What Are The Biggest Health Issues For Seniors Today? Health issues are common at all stages of life, regardless of one’s age. However, with aging comes more health issues, which is why people 65 and older are at an increased risk for chronic physical and behavioral health problems. Studies have found that older adults are … Continue reading “What Are The Biggest Health Issues For Seniors Today?”
Category: Aging In Place
Age In Place With Robots
Age In Place With Robots With a shortage of home caregivers and family members unable to provide consistent help, governments and technology companies are exploring the possibility of having robots assist older adults who want to age in place. Many seniors want to stay in their homes and live independently for as long as possible … Continue reading “Age In Place With Robots”
A Physical Therapist’s 4 Simple Exercises to Feel Better
A Physical Therapist’s 4 Simple Exercises to Feel Better Regular physical activity keeps muscles flexible and strong, and frequent stretching makes the body feel better. Darcie Pervier, a physical therapist and women’s health coach who exercises every day was asked by CNBC Make It to share the movements that help her feel her best. “My … Continue reading “A Physical Therapist’s 4 Simple Exercises to Feel Better”
Solo Aging—Going Solo in Your Golden Years
Solo Aging—Going Solo in Your Golden Years Stacy Davenport, a life coach in Austin, Texas, was approaching 60 and becoming worried about her future. While her friends in Austin and nearby communities were married and had children, Davenport was single and did not have children. “I was flipping out and talked to a friend about … Continue reading “Solo Aging—Going Solo in Your Golden Years”
Aging In Place? Home Improvements To Do It Right
Aging In Place? Home Improvements To Do It Right When most older adults bought their homes, they could climb stairs, step into a bathtub, reach the highest shelf in a cabinet, and vacuum the floors. As the years passed, however, these simple tasks became harder to perform. But despite their limitations, older adults want to … Continue reading “Aging In Place? Home Improvements To Do It Right”
How Can I Age In Place? A Plan For Aging In Place
How Can I Age In Place? A Plan For Aging In Place Aging in place sounds ideal, but advocates for seniors say that doing it successfully and having access to services and support requires preparation. The trend among seniors to remain independent rather than move to assisted living facilities or nursing homes is significantly increasing. … Continue reading “How Can I Age In Place? A Plan For Aging In Place”
Aging In Place: Fixing Homes So Seniors Can Stay In Their Home
Aging In Place: Fixing Homes So Seniors Can Stay In Their Home Irene Turntine has lived in her two-story home in East Cleveland, Ohio, since the 1960s. Now, at almost 95 years old, she can hardly climb the stairs because there are no handrails. Turntine said she has to either crawl or use her arms to … Continue reading “Aging In Place: Fixing Homes So Seniors Can Stay In Their Home”
Aging In Place: How Seniors Can Stay In Their Home
Aging In Place: How Seniors Can Stay In Their Home The message from older Americans is loud and clear: They want to stay in their homes and maintain their independence for as long as possible. A trend called “Aging In Place.” So, some seniors, like Brenda Edwards of Oakdale, California, are renovating their houses in case … Continue reading “Aging In Place: How Seniors Can Stay In Their Home”
Aging In Place May Not Be An Option, But A Necessity
Aging In Place May Not Be An Option, But A Necessity Brenda Edwards, a retired nurse, and her 79-year-old husband want to stay in their four-bedroom, ranch-style home in Oakdale, California, as their mobility becomes more limited. So, Brenda, 70, splurged and paid $20,000 for an interior designer and an extra $95,000 to renovate their … Continue reading “Aging In Place May Not Be An Option, But A Necessity”
America Is Aging Quickly And Is Unprepared
America Is Aging Quickly And Is Unprepared The predictions about the aging Baby Boomer population have become a reality, and America is not ready for it—nor are the older adults themselves. The generation born between 1946 and 1964 faces significant challenges such as financial stability, personal health, and housing as they enter their later years. … Continue reading “America Is Aging Quickly And Is Unprepared “