What is a Home Care Provider?
According to the most recent AARP Home and Community Preferences Survey (2021), a large majority of older people plan to remain in their current home as they age: 77% of those age 50+ and 85% of those age 65 and older. But research also shows that 3 out of 5 people will need some level [...]
When “What If” Happens: What to Do After a Health Crisis
You’ve probably heard the quote “Getting old ain't for sissies,” which is typically attributed to Bette Davis. Most of us would agree! As we grow older, our bodies often start to feel the wear and tear of a lifetime of use, and in some cases, a health issue or even a health crisis may arise. [...]
Green Retirement Communities Benefit Environment, Business & Health
We’ve written before about the ever-growing demand for “green” retirement communities — 55-plus communities that put a focus on planet-friendly design and practices. It is clear that the senior living industry must find ways to develop the “green” housing options that today’s seniors are clamoring for. Increasingly, the evidence shows that green senior living communities [...]
Can Anti-Aging Research and Anti-Ageism Efforts Coexist?
I’ve seen a lot of articles lately on reversing the aging process and all of the research and technology being developed around it. Yet at the same time, there’s a huge movement around fighting ageism. There’s been a ton of progress on that front as well. So, it strikes me: Are those two ideas at [...]
Have “The Talk” with Aging Parents Sooner Rather Than Later
There was an article posted recently on CNN.com about the challenges some adult children have when initiating a conversation with aging parents about their future. The article notes the reluctance of many older people to have “the talk” and plan for the “what ifs” that come with their mortality. Oftentimes, the article explains, people prefer [...]
The Best Places to Retire in 2022-2023 Might Surprise You!
What cities would you guess top the list of the best places to retire in the U.S.? Somewhere warm year-round? Someplace on the beach? You might be surprised to find out that a recent analysis found that the overall best place to retire in 2022-2023 doesn’t actually meet either of these criteria. Ranking the best [...]