Q. The other day, I was reading about Susannah Mushatt Jones, who turned 116 last month in New York. She was born in 1899 and retired in 1965. She never smoked or drank, and says lots of sleep is the secret to her longevity.I … [Read more...]
Print This PageWhen is it Time to Hang Up the Keys?
August 18, 2015 by
With years of experience behind the wheel, senior drivers are among the safest on the road. However, skills and abilities required for safe driving — such as vision, memory, physical strength, reaction time, and flexibility — may … [Read more...]
Print This PageAmazing Technology to Age-in-Place (But Mom is Reluctant)
August 14, 2015 by
AliveCor Mobile ECGQ. My mother-in-law, Veronica, who is in her 70's, shys away from anything that involves technology. She refuses to carry a cell phone, try an iPad, or send an email. My children would love to Skype with … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: When Should I Hire Home Care for a Parent?
August 13, 2015 by
Dear Angel,My parents live in a condominium in a senior community, 100 miles away from me. My father had a stroke last year, and is having trouble getting around, bathing, and dressing. My mother has her own issues, having had … [Read more...]
Print This PageA “Guardian Angel” When One is Needed Most
August 2, 2015 by
Marjorie never felt alone at her nursing home. Although her husband died last year, and her children couldn’t be there a lot of the time to visit her, she seemed content. Her ability to speak clearly and her memory were … [Read more...]
Print This PageACA is Here to Stay – Is That Good for Seniors?
August 1, 2015 by
Photo Source: Irish Times Q. I heard that the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is here to stay, as of yesterday when the Supreme Court ruled to save the health care law. Is the ruling good for seniors? Also, can you clarify whether … [Read more...]
Print This PageAsk the Expert: Can Banks Refuse to Accept a Power of Attorney?
August 1, 2015 by
Q. My cousin's parents executed a Power of Attorney naming her and her sister as co-agents. My aunt is now deceased. My uncle, who has dementia, is owner of an investment portfolio with monthly dividends being automatically … [Read more...]
Print This PageWhen Loved Ones Aren’t Permitted to Visit
August 1, 2015 by
Peter Falk and his daughter, Catherine. (from dalje.com) Jane and Maria are sisters who haven't spoken in ten years due to a disagreement over their mother's care. Jane was a caregiver for her mother, Millie, and served as her … [Read more...]
Print This Page$10,000 a month! Why don’t they take it seriously?
July 31, 2015 by
Q. My parents are in their 70's and I am a caregiver for them, while working part-time and raising a family. My father has had Parkinson's for fifteen years and is no longer mobile. My mother is in the early stages of Alzheimer's. … [Read more...]
Print This PageHighlights from the White House Conference on Aging
July 15, 2015 by
Photo from Whitehouse.govThis past Monday, on the cusp of the 50th anniversary of the creation of Medicare and Medicaid and the 80th anniversary of Social Security, the once-a-decade White House Conference on Aging was held. … [Read more...]
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