Home healthcare agency, medical alert can keep seniors independent
Many older adults may want to live in their homes as long as possible, even when a house becomes more difficult for them to maintain or mobility is limited....
January 3, 2011
Social Security tips for new retirees
With many members of the baby boomer generation retiring, there is a rising demand for Social Security. However, those who are looking to collect these benefits may not know how to get start...
January 3, 2011
Pre-onset Alzheimer’s test could become a reality
Researchers in the United Kingdom believe that they may have found an early diagnosis test to check for Alzheimer's symptoms far sooner than ever before, according to the BBC....
December 27, 2010
New AARP research reveals that older adults want to age at home
New November data from AARP has shown that, as in years past, the majority of older adults (45 and over) have expressed a desire to age at home....
December 20, 2010
Health clubs and gyms adapting to the needs of boomers
Many baby boomers are physically active and plan to remain so during their golden years. Both health clubs and gyms have started to adapt to this trend by offering specialized services and o...
December 15, 2010
College students can help seniors with everyday tasks
During her hours working as a clerk at Walgreens, University of Wisconsin-River Falls student Charlee Borg had the chance to start talking to senior citizens. ...
December 14, 2010
Caregiver Relief Fund, medical alarm can help caregivers
When Leena's father fell five years ago, he suffered severe injuries that left him a quadriplegic. This placed a caregiving burden on her mother, who had to attend to him as the couple aged ...
December 14, 2010
Falls in elderly can be caused by low sodium
A study that assessed more than 5,200 Dutch adults over the age of 55 has determined that there may be a link to low sodium levels and falls. Additionally, researchers discovered that insuff...
December 10, 2010
Study: Smoking cigarettes can double risk of Alzheimer’s disease
A new study that evaluated approximately 21,000 baby boomers has found that smoking can be responsible for a number of serious mental conditions in older age, including Alzheimer's and other...
December 9, 2010
Community in Illinois works to prevent falls
Arlington Heights in Illinois has been officially recognized as an International Safe Community by The National Safety Council. While residents are pleased with the designation, they also re...
December 9, 2010
