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Checking In With LGBTQ Elders We are lucky that there is an elderly LGBTQ population. That hasnât always been the case. These older adults have survived an inhospitable political environment, health epidemics, and decades of discrimination and legal barriers. As they age, LGBTQ people face unique challenges that require our collective attention and understanding. As… Read More
Voting from Long-Term Care In the bustling world of politics, every voice matters, but the voices of those in long-term care facilities often go unheard. Residents of nursing homes and other long-term care facilities retain their fundamental right to vote, no matter where they live. The right to vote is preserved under the U.S. Constitution… Read More
Debunking 5 Common Myths About Hospice Care Recent revelations of President and Mrs. Jimmy Carter choosing hospice care have spotlighted the crucial role hospice can play in providing support for individuals facing terminal illness. Still, there remain many misconceptions about hospice and what it can and cannot do. Simply defined, hospice care is medical care… Read More
The Science of Happiness March 20 was International Day of Happiness! The United Nations established this awareness day in 2012 as a reminder of the important role that happiness plays in the lives of people all over the globe. The pursuit of happiness is perhaps one of humanityâs oldest goals. There are countless books, articles,… Read More
Non-Gift Ideas for Older Adults If youâve ever asked your loved ones what gifts theyâd like, youâve probably heard something along the lines of, âYou donât need to get me anything at all.â This can make the gift-giving process a little more challenging, especially if youâre trying to find the perfect gift for the older… Read More
Leave Behind MemoriesâNot Stuff You tried sparking joy by tidying up but were left frustrated because it was hard to determine how much joy was enough to keep something. Or you decided to try minimalismâbut your space felt empty and cold. Or it could be that you started off enthusiastic for a decluttering approachâbut ended… Read More
Know Your Funeral Options No one likes to think about their funeral, but it is important to plan how you want to be cared for after death. In fact, it can be a relief to grieving family members to know they are doing exactly what you wanted them to do. Itâs even more important to… Read More
Music and Sleep: How Music Affects Brain Health and Sleep Quality in Older Adults Music is a big part of life! Many of our great moments involve music; birthdays, weddings, and graduations are more enjoyable with great music. Music can invoke a special memory, change your mood, energize you, and make you want to dance…. Read More
Recognize Parkinsonâs Main Symptoms In 1998, one of the most famous actors of the time, Michael J. Fox, became the face of Parkinsonâs disease. Diagnosed at the early age of 29, Michael describes waking up and noticing his pinky as âauto-animated.â That was his first symptom of the disease that would change his life. Parkinsonâs… Read More
Thanksgiving is a time when we show appreciation for our blessings and celebrate the bounties of delicious food with loved ones. Science suggests that it would be good for our mental and physical health to extend this practice of thankfulness throughout the year! After dealing with the coronavirus pandemic for more than two years, we… Read More