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  • The Best Medicine: Pets Visit Hospitalized Owners

    Seniors For Living
    Nancy LaFever
    13 Jun 2013 | 12:00 pm
    Hospitals are beginning to allow pets to visit their hospitalized owners. Different from pet therapy dogs that visit medical facilities, some hospitals are even permitting overnight stays, especially with hospice patients.

  • Risk Of Hypertension In Older Adults Reduced By Volunteering

    Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today
    17 Jun 2013 | 1:00 am
    It turns out that helping others can also help you protect yourself from high blood pressure. New research from Carnegie Mellon University shows that older adults who volunteer for at least 200 hours per year decrease their risk of hypertension, or high blood pressure, by 40 percent...

  • Best place to work after age 50? Healthcare, says AARP

    RetirementRevised
    Mark Miller
    17 Jun 2013 | 7:00 am
    Phil Lenowitz works in Bethesda, Maryland, but a year ago he moved to Asheville, North Carolina. At age 63, Lenowitz spends three weeks each month in Bethesda, where he is deputy director of human resources at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and one week in Asheville with his wife Peggy, 62. Lenowitz is on track to retire in Asheville – somewhere down the road. The current split schedule hasn’t caused any friction at work. “My boss has no problem with it, so long as I’m not out of town for important events and meetings,” Lenowitz says. The flexible work…

  • Death Be Not Decaffeinated: Over Cup, Groups Face Taboo

    The New Old Age
    By PAULA SPAN
    16 Jun 2013 | 5:21 pm
    An informal group called Death Cafe meets monthly in New York to bat around philosophical thoughts on death and dying. It’s one of many such gatherings that have sprung up around the country.

  • Seniors Fraud and Scam Prevention Tips – Protect Yourself

    Elder Care Home Health Blog
    Aisra
    6 Jun 2013 | 3:30 am
    Seniors – Say no to scams and frauds Seniors are a easy target for someone with less than perfect ethics. There are unfortunately too many people in the world who would rather steal and deceive then work for a living. Seniors make great targets for many reasons and it is up to you to be aware of what is out there. Seniors are a target because they often have money. You might not feel rich but if you own your home, have income from investments, pensions, or have a nest egg; that is money they would like to steal from you. Fraud on seniors can occur through a  phone call, mail to your…
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  • Binge Drinking May Cause Insomnia in Seniors

    Nancy LaFever
    17 Jun 2013 | 12:00 pm
    A recent study indicates frequent binge drinking is contributes to insomnia in seniors. The research found occasional binge drinking did not have the same effect.

  • “Old Henry”: A New Series About Aging

    Robyn Tellefsen
    17 Jun 2013 | 7:00 am
    It's not easy growing old in a society that values youth -- even if you're a famous actor. So says "The Waltons'" Ralph Waite, who is starring in "Old Henry."

  • Beyond Computer 101: The New Look of Adult Ed.

    Nancy LaFever
    14 Jun 2013 | 12:00 pm
    One way for seniors to flex their brain is through learning a new skill or tackling an unfamiliar topic to study. While many senior students are graduating with college degrees later in life, taking an adult education class is one way to continue learning.

  • Gardening Keeps Seniors Healthy

    Nancy LaFever
    14 Jun 2013 | 7:00 am
    The typical movements in gardening - kneeling, digging, lifting and raking - work different muscle groups resulting in greater joint flexibility, hand strength and improved motor skills for seniors.

  • The Best Medicine: Pets Visit Hospitalized Owners

    Nancy LaFever
    13 Jun 2013 | 12:00 pm
    Hospitals are beginning to allow pets to visit their hospitalized owners. Different from pet therapy dogs that visit medical facilities, some hospitals are even permitting overnight stays, especially with hospice patients.
 
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    Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today

  • Risk Of Hypertension In Older Adults Reduced By Volunteering

    17 Jun 2013 | 1:00 am
    It turns out that helping others can also help you protect yourself from high blood pressure. New research from Carnegie Mellon University shows that older adults who volunteer for at least 200 hours per year decrease their risk of hypertension, or high blood pressure, by 40 percent...

  • Olfactory Decline In Seniors Can Perturb Diet, Presage Disease And Predict Death

    17 Jun 2013 | 12:00 am
    The ability to distinguish between odors declines steadily with age, but a new study shows that African-Americans have a much greater decrease in their sense of smell than Caucasians. This can have serious consequences. Olfactory loss often leads to impaired nutrition. It also may be an early warning sign of neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer's or Parkinson's, and can predict death...

  • Real-Life "Marauder's Map" Has Applications In Health Care, Security

    16 Jun 2013 | 12:00 am
    Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University have developed a method for tracking the locations of multiple individuals in complex, indoor settings using a network of video cameras, creating something similar to the fictional Marauder's Map used by Harry Potter to track comings and goings at the Hogwarts School...

  • Older People May Be Protected From Influenza By Their Saliva

    16 Jun 2013 | 12:00 am
    Spit. Drool. Dribble. Saliva is not normally a topic of polite conversation, but it may be the key to explaining the age and sex bias exhibited by influenza and other diseases, according to a new study. Published in ACS' Journal of Proteome Research, it provides new insights into why older people were better able to fight off the new strains of "bird" flu and "swine" flu than younger people...

  • Age-Related Vision Loss May Be Related To Low Birth Weight

    15 Jun 2013 | 12:00 am
    Medical researchers at the University of Alberta recently published their findings that rats with restricted growth in the womb, causing low birth weights when born, were most susceptible to developing age-related vision loss, compared to their normal weight counterparts...
 
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  • Try A Retirement Dress Rehearsal Before You Retire

    17 Jun 2013 | 7:03 pm
    BOSTON (CBS) – Retirement is a scary place and I swear I am never going to retire. But I am going to get old so I may be facing some sort of retirement trauma. I think before you start retirement for real, you should consider a dress rehearsal to see if you really want to retire. I have seen too many retirees flunk retirement. If you can do it I do believe it is worth the time, energy, ...

  • Wheelchair fee the tip of the iceberg for seniors

    17 Jun 2013 | 6:38 pm
    6/17/2013 The MLA for Delta South says that the much maligned $25 a month wheelchair fees for seniors in public care homes is really the tip of the iceberg. Vicki Huntington says she's spoken with sources at Fraser Health who tell her that as of the start of September, mobility challenged seniors are going to have to part with a hundred bucks a month to get around. "Existing ...

  • Minnesota Progress on pension fund repair but works not done

    17 Jun 2013 | 4:37 pm
    It seems almost inconceivable now, but 25 years ago, public employers thought encouraging people to leave in their 50s was good public policy, a retirement expert told the Pioneer Press' Mary Jo Webster in a page-one story this week about retirement coming later for government workers. Times change, and for many reasons, it's a lot harder now to retire at 55. Bigger health care costs ...

  • Is states pension crisis about to get worse

    17 Jun 2013 | 4:05 pm
    A growing number of key California cities are a lot worse off than previously thought, thanks to new changes coming in the way state and local governments must account for their pension costs. The pension changes from Moody's, and separately the Governmental Accounting Standards Board, scheduled for this month, could result in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Jose, Azusa and Inglewood ...

  • City of Richmond eyeing new $110 million seniorsaquatic centre firehall

    17 Jun 2013 | 3:48 pm
    METRO VANCOUVER -- A new public swimming pool, seniors centre and No. 1 firehall could be built by 2018, if Richmond city council approves a funding package this week.Under the near $110-million proposal, being presented to council on Monday afternoon, Minoru Seniors Centre and aquatic buildings would be flattened and rebuilt as one facility.As part of the "major capital facilities ...
 
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    Changing Aging

  • Ecumen Leaders to Serve on State Committee, Board

    14 Jun 2013 | 1:15 pm
    Two Ecumen community leaders have agreed to represent the senior health care profession with two state-wide groups. Janet Green, executive director at Ecumen Detroit Lakes, has agreed to serve on the Governor’s Workforce Development Council - Career Pathways Committee. The group develops policy and strategy recommendations to help grow, align and sustain career pathways in Minnesota. One issue the group will address is the mismatch of workers’ skills and job openings that are most prevalent in manufacturing and health care. Green has served on various local and regional workforce…

  • Jim Klobuchar: My Friend, My Sherpa from Shangri-La

    6 Jun 2013 | 3:44 pm
          A friend phoned the other day with news from a land which the two of us whimsically call Shangri La. It was the mythical place of towering snow mountains and exotic green valleys where goodness reigned; and the people were blessed with long and quiet lives of innocence and mutual respect, with no wars and no bank overdrafts.       The land of Nepal is no such paragon. It is one of the poorest countries on earth, squeezed now between the powerhouses of China and India with scant natural resources except for the magnificent Himalayas, with…

  • Ecumen Leader Kathryn Roberts Honored by Minnesota State University Mankato

    2 May 2013 | 8:49 am
    Congratulations to Ecumen President and CEO Kathryn Roberts who was recently honored by Minnesota State University Mankato with its 2013 Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award.  The award is presented to graduates who have achieved high rank or honor in their professions, have a widespread effect on their communities, and are recognized for their achievements over the course of their careers.  Kathryn earned a Masters Degree in Continuing Studies from the school.  And we feel very fortunate to have her as Ecumen's leader in the work of changing aging.

  • Ecumen Opens New Senior Community in Omaha

    17 Apr 2013 | 8:27 am
    Ecumen recently opened a new senior living community in Omaha, Neb., that it developed with owner Esprit Memory Care. Read the complete article on our Senior Housing Development blog.

  • The Innovator's Dilemma Sure Isn't Aging

    8 Apr 2013 | 7:58 am
    Most of the country's entrepreneurs and innovators are older,  which challenges a significant U.S. stereotype.   Read more in our new blog post at the Minneapolis Star Tribune.
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    GenBetween

  • Top Advice for Long-Distance Relationships (And Why It’s All Wrong)

    Mikalah
    17 Jun 2013 | 12:12 pm
    Long-distance relationships seem almost like a rite of passage in today’s world. If you truly want to understand the entire spectrum of romantic comedies, you have to go through the pain and anguish that only Skype can (temporarily) heal. While loving from afar is theoretically possible, it’s well known that this is one of the most difficult and most doomed decisions that a couple can make. Luckily, between magazines, the internet, and our dear friends and family, we are exposed to a barrage of advice for long distance relationships. Here are some of the most cited tips, and why…

  • Octopus’s Garden

    Allison
    14 Jun 2013 | 9:39 am
    Take a minute and ask yourself- do you know what Ringo Starr is up to these days? Probably not. But, for probably the first time in decades, Ringo is making music news for not only one reason, but many. First, the Beatles’ oddly named drummer is the star of a new exhibit at the Grammy Museum that opened just Wednesday. The exhibit, “Ringo: Peace & Love” features a collection of momentos that highlight Ringo’s rise to fame with The Beatles. The items from his musical and creative life include the drumset he used on the Ed Sullivan Show and an outfit belonging to the…

  • 5 Reasons to Follow Hillary Clinton on Twitter

    Leland
    12 Jun 2013 | 6:57 am
    Everyone’s (well, not everyone’s) favorite former first lady & Secretary of State Hillary Clinton joined Twitter this week, and she has already amassed 430,000 followers. If you haven’t already followed the pantsuit queen, here are a few reasons why you should. 1. She’s remarkably self-aware. Hill’s bio does a great job of summing up her entire life story in acronyms and tongue-in-cheek titles. Under her handle, Hillary describes herself as “Wife, mom, lawyer, women & kids advocate, FLOAR, FLOTUS, US Senator, SecState, author, dog owner, hair icon,…

  • Online Dating Gets a Thumbs Up

    Leland
    10 Jun 2013 | 10:12 am
    A new study released by the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences last week gives hope to the millions of Americans looking for love on online dating sites. The study, surveying 20,000 married individuals, showed that couples who had met online were happier and less likely to divorce. Perhaps more noteworthy though, was the surprising statistic that 35% of these individuals had met their spouse online. To be fair, only half of these did so through a dating site, but the shift away from conventional ways to meet potential partners is certainly evident in this study. The study…

  • Big Brother is Watching You: NSA Collects Phone Metadata

    Allison
    6 Jun 2013 | 11:09 am
    Earlier this week, it came out that the National Security Administration has been secretly collecting phone data information for all calls on the U.S. Verizon network after mandating a court order to the widespread cell phone carrier. According to The Guardian, who uncovered the truth about the top secret project, the extent of phone records requested includes the numbers of both people on a call, location data, call time and duration, and other unique identifiers. As of right now, the actual conversations are not recorded, but The Guardian revealed that the government uses metadata to track…
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    Silver Innings

  • Worth a Read: A Guide to Ageism for Media Types (and everyone else) | Senior Planet

    31 May 2013 | 8:22 pm
    It’s a truism that the way the media represents us colors not just the views that others have of us and how they treat us, but also how we see ourselves. And conversely, the culture’s perception of any group of people – ethnic and religious minorities, women and older people included – affects how the group is depicted in the news media, on television, in film and in advertising. That’s why

  • Old Age Home is not the solution for Senior Citizens

    6 May 2013 | 7:20 am
    Excellent interview regarding Old Age Homes and Senior Citizens issues in Hindi . Sailesh Mishra , Founder President of Silver Inning Foundation , a NGO working with Senior Citizens shares his Expert views at World Islamic Network's WIN TV 'Haqeeqat Today' programme Telecast on 13th April 2013. Senior Citizens are Family members , they nurture family and build home not to be thrown out in their

  • Silver Innings Alzheimer's / Dementia Home Care Services

    26 Apr 2013 | 9:21 pm
    'Silver Innings Dementia Management Service' (SIDMS) a project since April 2008 of Silver Innings , a social enterprise in association with  ARDSI Greater Mumbai chapter has been pioneer in India in Dementia and Alzheimer's Home Care services which includes Online , Telephonic , person to person Counseling , Talks , Training and Consultancy, Weekly Mental Stimulation activities / DMS service 

  • End of Life Guide for Dementia & Alzheimer's : Helping with Comfort and Care

    26 Apr 2013 | 7:14 pm
    At the end of life, each story is different. Death comes suddenly, or a person lingers, gradually failing. For some older people, the body weakenswhile the mind stays alert. Others remain physically strong, and cognitivelosses take a huge toll. But for everyone, death is inevitable, and each lossis personally felt by those close to the one who has died. End-of-life care is the term used to

  • Identifying and Addressing Pain in Demnetia & Alzheimer's

    26 Apr 2013 | 7:06 pm
    There is a growing segment of the population that is susceptible to losing the ability to report that they are experiencing pain. According to a recent report by the Alzheimer's Association, there are an estimated 5.3 million people in the United States who are living with Alzheimer's disease (2009). Pain is defined as "whatever the experiencing patient says it is, existing whenever the
 
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  • WHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT TODAY?

    9 Jun 2013 | 4:35 am
    I'm spending the whole day home, not going out to the market, not going to a doctors appointment, not going to get my hair done, not going to the bank, not playing Mah Jong, not going to the movies, not even going to dinner at the clubhouse.Imagine being delighted just to do the laundry, pay some bills, straighten out some drawers, make some overdue phone calls and even make a post!I've been out just about every day this week.At my age if I'm out two days in a row, I have to stay home the third day. Sometimes I am able to control how I spend my time, sometimes I don't want to miss the game,…

  • COMEDY AND DRAMA AT THE SUPERMARKET

    26 May 2013 | 9:55 am
    Going to the supermarket is a chore for me, but a girl has got to do what a girl has got to do.There are times when I just need a few things, so I drop into a small store where I can pick up things like milk, bread or bananas, that tides me over until the time comes when I say, "Millie, you really have to go to the BIG market."A few days ago I got the message and could not put it off any longer. Truth be told, once I complete shopping at the BIG store, park my car and schlep my purchases into my apartment, I'm a very happy camper because I know I won't be going to the BIG store for…

  • ME AND THE MOVIES

    16 May 2013 | 5:53 pm
    One thing is for sure: As time goes by, things change, even the way I see movies today.CHILDHOODWhen I was a youngster, going to the movies was the big event of the week.My mom would pack me a lunch, usually a salami sandwich, just in case I got hungry. After all, I child would need some nourishment after spending a few hours watching the news, the coming attractions, a short cartoon, and the main feature.In those days I don't think the movie theaters sold popcorn or maybe because it was the depression era it was cheaper to make me a sandwich than to buy the popcorn?TEENAGERGoing to the…

  • NINE MONTHS LATER: What It's Like to Live at Brooksby Village

    2 May 2013 | 11:17 am
    Ordinarily when you hear or read something that says "nine months" you think of the word, "pregnant!" In this case, I'm referring to the length of time that I have been a resident at Brooksby Village.Image: Millie with new mirror at Brooksby VillageHere's a video that Steve took after I had been at Brooksby Village for one month. What surprised me was that most of my thoughts and experiences were the same as how I feel today, nine months later.SERVICEThe service is good, if I need some kind of help, I just make a call, and usually someone is Johnny on the spot or they refer me to someone that…

  • STEVE TOOK HIS MOM FOR A RIDE!!!

    13 Apr 2013 | 5:05 pm
    I'm sure you have heard the expression, "I was taken for a ride", which when used could mean "I didn't know what hit me" or "boy did that cost me big bucks."Well, here's my story:Steve had the opportunity to try out a new 2013 Cadillac ATS for a week.He also had the thought that he wanted to take his mom for a ride to see how she felt about all that the car had to offer.It so happened that I needed new patio chairs.Steve knew they were on sale at Home Depot and thought they just might be what I was looking for.What a great opportunity that was. I would get a ride in that beautiful brand new…
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  • On the way to Northern California...

    a little red hen
    12 Jun 2013 | 8:59 pm
    It was early May.  Two days before leaving, I cracked my front tooth on a thick bar of chocolate. Got a tempo fix to last two weeks. We began with the sight of an object that seemed far more California than Oregon coast. I called it the Radish Goddess on first sighting, was corrected by woman at front desk before we left.  Noticed a cord hanging behind it, plugged it in, rewarded with moving lights.  I was surprised there was not music too.  If you've visited Newport Beach and spent the night in one of the Sylvia Beach Hotel's rooms named for writers, this…

  • Playing with chalk for gun control...time to grow up & old

    a little red hen
    27 May 2013 | 12:56 pm
     "Malcolm's Chicken," Willie Cole, styrofoam, matches, brooms, wax, marbles, 2002   In your world it is Memorial Day.  You are connected to someone who died while serving in the military.  Unlike many in my generation,  no one among family or friends died in World War II or the Korean War. Then there was U.S. intervention in Vietnam, or as it was known there, "the American War."  In my twenties and thirties then, I met parents of young men who were intent on not being drafted.  When Ron taught at Oberlin College (1967-69) there…

  • Is this any way to bake bread?

    a little red hen
    20 May 2013 | 4:16 pm
    Yes.  If one is challenged to fit two loaves into a 19.5 inch oven.  And if you have very good eyesight and turn your head slightly to the right, it's possible to note that the oven thermometer registers about 355 degrees.  Effort was made to reach 475 but opening the door may have altered that--or not. In spite of it all, two delicious loaves were produced from another new recipe, Sourdough Whole Wheat and Rye with Seeds.  Two years, almost to the day, Ron and I went to a class at Bob's Red Mill.  Our teacher was Alan Maniscalco who had partnered…

  • Bees, You and Me...Earth Week 2013

    a little red hen
    27 Apr 2013 | 12:36 pm
      Bill McKibben narrates a short, mellow video, "Dance of the Honey Bees."  Planning an evening program for my retirement community about what's happening with bees, my search for resources turned this up on a Bill Moyers show.  Sadly it ends with the dark side about honey bee demise.  The link is from TruthOut, with transcript included along with a pledge you can sign to let Bayer (aspirin company) know you want them to stop killing bees.  Recently a number of scientists have identified neonicotinoids, a pesticide produced by Bayer, as…

  • Boston this time, New York City then, and next?

    a little red hen
    21 Apr 2013 | 5:20 pm
    Sunday, April 21, 2013 Making sense of what is happening is beyond me. Bombs at Boston Marathon unmoored me--along with many, many others [live feed from Boston CBS].   Grandmothers need to think more clearly.  I'm in search of better language for upbeat conversation about the future.   Pretty and pink on the street here in Portland, Oregon. Slight distraction from the news...state legislators may lose their will on gun control as they did in Congress...dumbness from dependable right wing--New York's Steve King in the House uses Boston tragedy to put skids on…
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    RetirementRevised

  • Is $1 million enough to retire?

    Mark Miller
    17 Jun 2013 | 5:44 pm
    The New York Times carried a story earlier this month with the provocative headline For Retirees, a Million-Dollar Illusion. The story points out the difficult math facing retirees due to ultra-low interest rates, which make it tough to keep up with inflation with fixed-income investments. But the story leads us to an unfortunate — I think false — conclusion that $1 million isn’t enough to retire. That’s going to spark near-panic among most Americans, who don’t have anything close to that figure socked away. And the conclusion is based on the usual rule-of-thumb…

  • Retirement spending just as important as retirement income

    Mark Miller
    17 Jun 2013 | 5:41 pm
    We’ve all heard the rule-of-thumb: To retire comfortably, you need to replace 70 percent to 80 percnet of pre-retirement income. Add a couple of percentage points for inflation every year, and you’ll have what you need to meet your expenses in retirement. But the rule-of-thumb never was meant as a way to think about spending in retirement, says Michael Kitces, partner and director of research for Maryland-based Pinnacle Advisory Group. Instead, it’s always been about income. “The origin of the rule of thumb was that if you wanted to replace your pre-retirement income,…

  • Best place to work after age 50? Healthcare, says AARP

    Mark Miller
    17 Jun 2013 | 7:00 am
    Phil Lenowitz works in Bethesda, Maryland, but a year ago he moved to Asheville, North Carolina. At age 63, Lenowitz spends three weeks each month in Bethesda, where he is deputy director of human resources at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and one week in Asheville with his wife Peggy, 62. Lenowitz is on track to retire in Asheville – somewhere down the road. The current split schedule hasn’t caused any friction at work. “My boss has no problem with it, so long as I’m not out of town for important events and meetings,” Lenowitz says. The flexible work…

  • Employer worry about worker retirement readiness is growing

    Mark Miller
    14 Jun 2013 | 7:48 am
    The market crash of 2008 was a wake-up call for many 401(k) account-holders. At Aetna Inc., it raised awareness that some of its own employees might lack the financial preparation necessary for retirement. “The crash put a magnifying glass on 401(k)s and account balances,” says Carol Klusek, head of retirement and financial benefits at the giant health insurance company. Since the crash, Aetna has focused on a broad array of financial wellness initiatives with its employees—including getting a grasp on spending, debt and savings rates. “Once they have the underlying knowledge of how…

  • How to fight age discrimination in your workplace

    Mark Miller
    14 Jun 2013 | 6:04 am
    Older Americans are being urged to repair their retirements by working longer. But it’s difficult to do in a tough economy, and one cause is illegal age discrimination by employers. The number of age discrimination complaints filed annually with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, or EEOC, surged during the recession of 2008, and in 2012 it was still running 43 percent higher than it was as recently as 2000. The economy’s health is a major driver of age discrimination claims, says Laurie McCann, a senior attorney with the AARP Foundation who specializes in age…
 
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  • American Airlines Treat Your Elders Well

    admin
    17 Jun 2013 | 12:05 pm
    by Joy Loverde I’m angry, VERY  angry… at one person in particular at American Airlines. I do not know her name and in retrospect I should have written it down.  The best I can do to communicate with American Airline management is to write about my recent experience at the Phoenix airport. It all began [...]

  • Father’s Day: A Gift of Heartfelt Thoughts

    admin
    11 Jun 2013 | 7:00 am
     Blog by Joy Loverde Call me a daddy’s girl. My father died over fifteen years ago and I still grieve his loss. He was a “character” and someone you never forgot once you met him. He had many friends and they tell me they miss him every bit as much as I do. With Father’s [...]

  • Toilet Talk For Caregivers

    admin
    7 Jun 2013 | 8:00 am
      by Kaye Swain Toilet talk. For those of us with children, we did plenty of that when our kids were young, didn’t we? As we’re caring for aging parents, we’re rediscovering that conversation, often at the same time we are discussing it with our kids as they are raising their own children. It’s definitely [...]

  • Living in the future.

    admin
    4 Jun 2013 | 7:25 am
    Blog by Joy Loverde I’ve had a heck of a week. I’ve been struggling with the death of people around me. People I love dearly. People I can’t imagine living without. Fact is they did not die. They are alive and well. It’s me projecting into the future and making myself feel sick to my [...]

  • Need Senior Housing? Who you gonna call?

    admin
    7 May 2013 | 7:00 am
    By Joy Loverde Lately there’s been a lot of controversy regarding senior-housing referral websites and financial kickbacks through high-commissioned care providers’ communities.  When Continuing Care Retirement Communities, Assisted-living Communities, and Nursing Homes pay web owners to send prospective residents their way, it begs an answer to the question, how much can you trust people who [...]
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    Inside Elder Care

  • Make Your Elderly Parent More Secure At Home

    Ryan Malone
    3 Jun 2013 | 7:00 am
    While your elderly relative still has what it takes to live independently, they might be lacking the skills and functions it takes to deal with unusual or even emergency circumstances.  For these special cases, it’s a good idea to take preventative measures to make sure he or she will have the support they need—no matter what. From the everyday to the rainy-day, here are some measures everyone with a live-at-home senior loved one should think about: High-tech sensors There’s a stereotype that older people don’t like to fuss with electronic gadgetry and, in some cases, it’s…

  • 5 Tools and Gadgets That Make Aging in Place Easier

    Ryan Malone
    30 May 2013 | 7:00 am
    On a recent trip home to visit my octogenarian mom and stepdad, I surveyed their technology landscape. Like some of their peers, they’re not eager to embrace new devices. Why? Maybe they have a fear of the unknown, skepticism about the value, lack of awareness of what’s available, or a combination of all three. But in the last year, my stepdad has—thanks to his cardiologist—a machine that monitors his heart and blood pressure and digitally transmits results, which helps with his care. Mom has a new computer with larger lettering and high speed Internet access, which keeps her…

  • Making Smarter Choices about Senior Housing

    Ryan Malone
    28 May 2013 | 7:00 am
    If you’re thinking of buying a new dishwasher, where do you turn? If you’re like many people, you probably turn to the Internet at some point during your search to read reviews from other consumers who have direct experience with the brands you are evaluating. And you’ll find an abundance of such reviews across dozens of websites. The decision to place a loved one in a senior living community — and deciding which senior community is right for your loved one —  is a far more important choice. Yet, you won’t find the same abundance of reviews online from real consumers. But…

  • The Ins and Outs of Medicare Supplemental Insurance

    Ryan Malone
    24 May 2013 | 7:00 am
    If you’re approaching the age of 65 or have just turned 65-years old, you have no doubt been pelted with various literature advising you to enroll in Medicare Advantage and/or choose a Medicare supplemental insurance plan. Navigating the seas of Medicare Advantage and Medicare supplemental insurance can seem rather overwhelming, but with the following simple pointers you’ll be able to choose the right plan, and sail off into your golden years well-prepared and worry-free. Remember, you’re never too young to start researching your Medicare supplemental insurance options. When searching…

  • Misconceptions about Seniors and Exercise

    Ryan Malone
    22 May 2013 | 8:00 am
    Many aging adults avoid exercise because they are afraid of being injured. Little do they realize that the actual danger lies in becoming too sedentary. As we age, our bones, joints, and muscles naturally begin to deteriorate as cells gradually die off, making us more frail and prone to serious injuries. The only way to combat the aging process is by exercising, which encourages the body to produce new cells and increase muscle and bone density. Fortunately, it is never too late to start an exercise regime and improve your fitness: “In one study, life expectancy was increased even in…
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    Disease Management Care Blog

  • The MIddle Class Bubble and the Long Term Implications for Care Management & Health Care

    17 Jun 2013 | 5:02 pm
    According to this 2011 article in The Atlantic, the middle class is in trouble.  The Disease Management Care Blog wonders if they are doomed. Either way, there are important implications for the population health and care management industry.The amateur DMCB explains.With the advent of the Gilded Age in the 1870s, the industrial revolution ushered in more than a century of heavy industry, railroads, mining, commercial farming and manufacturing that were powered by millions of skilled and unskilled workers. Wealth and power were still concentrated in an elite 1% plutocracy that…

  • Sure, Accountable Care Organizations ACOs Can Save Money, But Can They MAKE Money?

    12 Jun 2013 | 9:26 pm
    ACOs at work.According to this Bloomberg news release, some of Medicare's Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) are already achieving cost savings. Mt. Sinai and Coastal Carolina are reducing emergency room visits while Hackensack is reducing costs. All three institutions are using two key ingredients: 1) information technology-based risk stratification to identify the persons at greatest risk and 2) dedicated full-time nurses who perform telephonic and in-person outreach, coordinate care and provide patient coaching that, in turn, is tailored to that risk. To…

  • Care Management FTE: Check. Medical Home Training: Check. But Actually Use It In Patient Care? That's Another Story....

    11 Jun 2013 | 10:41 pm
    Months ago, the caffeine-addled Disease Management Care Blog reviewed with the spouse how to pre-set the kitchen coffee brewer for a pot of fresh coffee for the next morning. After listening politely to its earnest instructions, the DMCB spouse rarely set up the brewer. Which is why the DMCB wasn't surprised by an Iowa Chronic Care Consortium (ICCC) study of how its newly minted medical home coach trainees were being deployed in the real world. The ICCC is a not-for profit organization that was founded in 2002 and offers a training program that prepares health professionals to be…

  • Germany's Health Care System Travails

    10 Jun 2013 | 5:23 pm
    German Health Minister, via a Berlin jumbotronThe Disease Management Care Blog has just returned from its successful whirlwind policy tour of Germany.  It spent three days in Berlin chatting it up with leaders from the German health care system.The DMCB is reminded that Germany has hundreds of highly regulated and non-profit insurance companies that provide a standard benefit package to about 85% of the population. The premium for this compulsory health insurance is paid by a combination of personal and employer financing with government subsidies. The basic insurance benefit and…

  • The Latest Health Wonk Review Is Up

    10 Jun 2013 | 4:51 am
    This time it's a "Jeopardy Edition," that is full of questions and answer-laden links.  Test your health policy chops by checking it out here.  By the way, the DMCB got question number one correct.
 
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    Pallimed: A Hospice and Palliative Medicine Blog

  • Father's Day Without Your Father

    Christian Sinclair
    14 Jun 2013 | 12:50 pm
    I drove from Kansas City to Oklahoma to bury my father in a Veteran's Cemetery two years ago this summer, not long after Father's Day. I have not really thought much about that day in the following two years.  Which now feels kind of strange. Shouldn't I be think about it like a normal grieving adult child? It occurs to me now as I anticipate my wife and kids to celebrate my tenure as a father, that days like these are also memorial days for so many people.  Although I have talked with many people who have also lost one or both of their parents, it never really occurred to me as it…

  • Origins: Debra Parker Oliver, PhD, MSW

    Christian Sinclair
    11 Jun 2013 | 2:15 pm
    David and Debbie relax before the first chemo treatment (Photo Credit: David's Videoblog) This summer you may meet many superheroes at your local cinema.  A frequent story telling device in the superhero genre is the origin story.  By showing how a superhero emerged from humble beginnings and transformed into a powerful force for good, one can give meaning to context and motivations and lead to a better understanding of who that person is.  In meeting many hospice and palliative care professionals over my career I have always enjoyed hearing how they discovered the field.

  • Pallimed 8th Anniversary - You've Just Been Pep Talked

    Christian Sinclair
    8 Jun 2013 | 8:38 pm
    Back in March, the contributors of Pallimed got together for a hard conversation. We were only missing a few people but it was still a sizable gathering at a restaurant late one evening in New Orleans. We have met at Academy meetings before, really to check in with each other and how all of us were doing in our professional and personal lives.  But this was a little different.  None of us were posting with much regularity for the previous 18 months.   Compared to where we were in 2008, 2009, and 2010 we all recognized we had many more responsibilities and working…

  • Cases: What Do I Say To My Kids?

    Christian Sinclair
    7 Jun 2013 | 9:05 am
    Personal details in the case have been altered to protect patient privacy. These cases may reflect a composite image of many different cases to illustrate a teaching point. Previously published on cases.pallimed.org CASE: Mr. K was a 41 year-old white married male who came to the hospital for a tissue biopsy and was subsequently diagnosed with advanced adenocarcinoma of unknown primary origin. His disease had progressed to the point where the tumors could not be debulked. The previous week Mr. K had been working full time and leading a very active lifestyle, so his diagnosis and…

  • Palliative Care Can Burn You Out....Palliative Care Can Prevent Burn Out

    Jeanette Ross
    5 Jun 2013 | 8:38 am
    Part 1. Palliative Care Can Burn You Out Have you had one of those emotionally draining days? You know the kind of day when family meetings are not going well.  Which is exactly how you feel when the first thing after introducing yourself a grandson asks: “why aren’t there any lawyers present at this meeting?” One of those days you are trying to help someone who is seriously ill and dying.  Sometimes it is emotionally harder because they might be closer to your age, reminding you that cancer or tragedies have no mercy.     Additionally, when you are helping…
 
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    Elder Care Home Health Blog

  • Early Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease

    Aisra
    13 Jun 2013 | 6:01 pm
    Parkinson’s Disease Parkinson’s disease is a degenerative disease of the central nervous system. Degenerative means that it continues to get worse from the onset. Sadly, there is no cure for Parkinson’s, yet there are a variety of treatments to help the sufferer manage the symptoms.  Parkinson’s is commonly seen in older people; although it can be found in younger people at times.  A common side effect of aging is a reduction in the number of neurons in our brains and bodies.  Senior citizens who suffer from Parkinson’s disease begin to lose an abnormally high number of nerve…

  • Seniors Fraud and Scam Prevention Tips – Protect Yourself

    Aisra
    6 Jun 2013 | 3:30 am
    Seniors – Say no to scams and frauds Seniors are a easy target for someone with less than perfect ethics. There are unfortunately too many people in the world who would rather steal and deceive then work for a living. Seniors make great targets for many reasons and it is up to you to be aware of what is out there. Seniors are a target because they often have money. You might not feel rich but if you own your home, have income from investments, pensions, or have a nest egg; that is money they would like to steal from you. Fraud on seniors can occur through a  phone call, mail to your…

  • Hurricane Preparedness – Plan For Your Elderly Parents Safety

    Aisra
    30 May 2013 | 3:30 am
    Hurricane Preparedness For Your Elderly Parents Natural and man-made disasters make the news almost every day. The news talks about the damage, destruction, the survivors and those not so lucky. To prepare for a natural disaster is very difficult because you never know exactly what will happen. When you have elderly parents in your home, near by, in assisted living facility or across the country you need to help them plan and be ready. Evaluate common natural disasters in your parents area. Some areas flood, some are prone to hurricanes and others tornadoes. If they are in the path of all…

  • 3 Senior Friendly Large Cities and Why

    Aisra
    23 May 2013 | 3:30 am
    What is your vision of the right place to retire? Is it bright and sunny? Is it somewhere where your dollar buys you more? Many of us have visions of retirement influenced by books or movies but if you actually think about the needs of your senior years there is more than number of sunny days to consider. The Milken Institute published a report “Best Cities for Successful Aging” where they measured, compared and ranked 359 U.S. cities for their ability to promote and enabling successful aging. To find safe, affordable and comfortable cities they used cost of living, employment and…

  • 6 Tips on Independent living for Seniors

    Aisra
    17 May 2013 | 3:30 am
    Seniors living Independently Every person views independent living differently. For some it is lonely and a burden to keep up the house and yard. For others it is peaceful and comfortable to live alone. Independent living may mean that you stay in your own home, or, move to a senior community where you have a smaller apartment but a greater social network. As the years pass it becomes harder to continue to live independently in your home or a senior condo. If you want to stay independent for the longest time possible, here are 6 tips to keep happy, healthy, and safe.  Be very organized:…
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    Aging In Place Technology Watch

  • Technology state of the art outpaces senior adoption

    Laurie Orlov
    12 Jun 2013 | 6:33 pm
    For med management – are blister packs the state of the art? Recently I heard about a presentation in a senior housing provider family meeting that should not have surprised me. A pharmacy exec was presenting the benefits and savings of switching residents from pill bottles to blister packs - warning of the sizable penalties associated with continuing with labor-intensive pill bottles. Wal-Mart is deploying this cardboard packaging for a multi-drug regimen across 4600 stores. Medication management is a big issue for senior housing (AL and SNF) and there are state-by-state regulations…

  • The future of aging is more newsworthy than the present

    Laurie Orlov
    9 Jun 2013 | 7:30 am
    Groundhog Day --the future resurfaces regularly.  The UK media just discovered the granny pod, four years after a similar granny cottage concept appeared, And this new discovery comes three years after AARP discovered MedCottage, which AARP described as a portable alternative to nursing homes (seriously, folks?). Ditto on companion robots (including the ever-popular Paro) from the same UK article. Can you believe it? Companion robots are just around the corner, and the future is just ahead. Says the Financial Times writer: "People are living longer and the result, according to the…

  • Who will pick up research where MetLife left off?

    Laurie Orlov
    5 Jun 2013 | 7:10 am
    MetLife Mature Market Institute work is done.  It’s been a bad year for losing the stalwart icons of life and thought. Car Talk stopped producing new shows because Tom and Ray had had enough and that means that all those Saturday shows are repeats. Jean Stapleton (Edith Bunker) passed away. Then recently I received a note recently from Dr. John Migliaccio at the MetLife Mature Market Institute: “As of June 1st, 2013 the MetLife Mature Market Institute will cease to produce new research and materials, or have the MMI team available. MMI content will continue to be available…

  • Five Directories of Technology Products for Aging in Place

    Laurie Orlov
    31 May 2013 | 2:19 pm
    Directory of tech offerings -- is there one? Are you often asked the question – where is the list of technology products for older adults – is there one Consumer Reports-like resource that reviews and will help me figure out what is available that could be useful for an aging relative or client?   Unfortunately, there really isn’t one source, but there are some resources that could be useful – here is a getting-started list that you can feel free to augment with comments: read more

  • Eight New Technologies from AARP's Health Innovation@50+

    Laurie Orlov
    28 May 2013 | 3:10 pm
    May 30 marked the beginning of the AARP Life@50+ National Event in Las Vegas – and it also marks the results of the Health Innovation@50+ event sponsored by the Thought Leadership team led by Jody Holtzman at AARP. The finalists are noted below, with their descriptions drawn from the AARP website.  Not noted are two firms, Lively and CareMerge, that we have described following the 2013 What’s Next Summit in Chicago. Here are the other eight finalists, all information is from the AARP site: read more
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    Society of Certified Senior Advisors

  • 6 Tips to Improve Communication with Your Doctor

    Society of Certified Senior Advisors
    3 Jun 2013 | 9:27 am
    1. Use the Explain Back/Teach Back method. After the doctor tells you about your disease, explain back to the doctor what was you think he or she said. This will allow you to check to see if you understood the information correctly and for the doctor to clarify anything you got wrong. 2. When the doctor or nurse gives you instructions to follow when you go home, repeat back or explain back what he or she just said. Again, this way you will be able to make sure you got it right.  3. Ask the doctor or nurse to write the information down for you or you can write it down yourself. Have the…

  • Meet Our CSA Spotlight, Erika Walker

    Society of Certified Senior Advisors
    30 May 2013 | 9:16 pm
    Like many other professionals, I have had a career that has taken some exciting pathways. After many years of math teaching, directing an Asian capital market research institute and developing international business programs, in 2002 I found myself in the field of aging as Director of the SAGE Institute under the division of geriatrics in a large hospital system. At first, the learning curve was tremendous! Those who have moved from one industry to another understand how each has its own language, opportunities and challenges, not to mention acronyms! I quickly learned the strengths and…

  • Secure your seat at the 2013 CSA Conference

    Society of Certified Senior Advisors
    26 Apr 2013 | 10:07 am
    Register Before Space Runs Out! The CSA Conference is coming soon and registration will close when space runs out! Make sure you are one of the hundreds of professionals benefitting from the educational and networking opportunities at the 2013 CSA Conference. This year's conference boasts industry leaders such as Dr. Harry R. Moody, Director of Academic Affairs with AARP and Glenn Mitchell, Ph.D., Director of the Claude Pepper Data Center. Make sure that you are present at this year's conference August 7th, 8th and 9th for sessions such as the Affordable Care Act, Recognizing and Preventing…

  • Second Chance to Live

    Society of Certified Senior Advisors
    11 Apr 2013 | 7:10 am
    Blog posting courtesy of Viki Kind For those of you who are working with seniors who are struggling to overcome the challenges that aging brings, I would encourage you to share the Second Chance to Live website with them. http://secondchancetolive.wordpress.com/site-map Craig J. Phillips MRC, BA is a brain injury survivor and who has rebuilt his life into a life of purpose and passion. I love reading his beautifully written articles. They are so touching, inspiring and full of hope. He writes for all of us who have had to start again and rebuild our lives. If the seniors you are working with…

  • 2013 CSA Conference Interview with Dr. Harry R. Moody, Director of Academic Affairs, AARP

    Society of Certified Senior Advisors
    4 Apr 2013 | 10:09 am
    The Society of Certified Senior Advisors invites you to attend the Annual 2013 CSA Conference: Building Knowledge and Empowering Networks to Benefit Seniors. This event is being held August 8-9, 2013, in Orlando, FL. Join us for two full days of networking and conference sessions, where you will gain the latest insights from top industry leaders, including Harry (Rick) Moody, AARP; Ryan Wilson, AARP; Client Niemeyer, AL Securities Commission; The Honorable Dorcas Hardy and more!  In the interview below, Dr. Harry (Rick) Moody, Director of Acadmeic Affairs for AARP in…
 
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    Retirement - Only the Beginning

  • The Best Activities for Retirement

    LoveBeingRetired
    13 Jun 2013 | 5:01 am
    Post by Emma Carey Everyone knows that retirement is a big moment of change in people’s lives and it’s not always easy making the adjustment from having a 9-5 career to having days stretching out ahead of you where you’ve nothing particular you have to do. Of course, there is always something to do, but the transition from working to retirement can be a strange time, especially if you don’t have a burning ambition to use your retirement in a particular way. What follows is a few suggestions of how you might find new activities and ways to keep busy in retirement. Of course, not all of…

  • 5 Ways to Stay Positive in Retirement

    LoveBeingRetired
    11 Jun 2013 | 7:05 am
    Retirement literally means a removal or withdrawal from service, often into privacy or seclusion. Retirees withdraw from a world they have been entrenched in for many years when they remove themselves from the working world. However, I do not believe that the goal of those attaining age 65 is necessarily to hide from the rest of the world. Few retirees-to-be would describe their plans in terms of seclusion. While escaping the hectic nature of the working world is a commonly shared goal, retirement is also seen by many as a time to turn the page and begin a new chapter. Retirees are not done…

  • Are You Just Existing and Calling it a Life?

    LoveBeingRetired
    6 Jun 2013 | 5:51 am
    Here is the first chapter from my book “Are You Just Existing and Calling it a Life?” Only passions, great passions can elevate the soul to great things. ~ Denis Diderot Be passionate about something. Passion is defined by Century Dictionary as an intense or vehement emotion, occupying the mind in great part for a considerable period, and commanding the most serious action of the intelligence. It is not a little bit of anything, it is not tepid, it is not wavering but rather an all-in-one hundred percent commitment to the moment and the experience. Passion drives us, inspires us,…

  • Dividing an Estate Without a Will

    LoveBeingRetired
    4 Jun 2013 | 5:05 am
    Post by Katie Jones When someone you know dies, such as a family member, it is normal to find yourself experiencing feelings of loss, confusion, and uncertainty. During those difficult times you can find yourself forced to confront demands from all sides as you struggle with legal concerns, family issues, and making all the necessary arrangements. It can quickly start to feel overwhelming and if there is no will, things are only going to become more difficult. Without a will that outlines how an estate is to be divided, there are legal procedures that will come into play to dictate what is to…

  • Proof Music Could Help the Brain in Old Age

    LoveBeingRetired
    30 May 2013 | 5:13 am
    Post by Matthew Pink Every morning at exactly 9.00 am, just after the morning radio news program has finished, a  couple of cups of coffee have been downed and a breakfast of fruit and yogurt devoured, my father-in-law sits down at the piano. With almost religious dedication, he gets out his favorite Beethoven, Chopin and Debussy sheet music and plays solidly for an hour. Many days he plays the same piece, others he tries something new or refreshes his knowledge of a piece he played in distant sections of his past. Sometimes he even freestyles. The sequence usually runs something like this:…
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    50plus Northwest online Articles for boomers and seniors

  • PBS NEWSHOUR premieres – TAKING CARE: A 6-part series looking at the increased demand for and challenges of long-term care for seniors

    50plus
    17 Jun 2013 | 8:00 am
    Series launches Thursday, May 30, 2013 with a look at one family’s daily struggles Every day in the United States, nearly 10,000 baby boomers reach the official retirement age of 65, many of whom will live well into their 80’s – though not without assistance. As part of its on-going reports examining the challenges facing America in the wake of a “silver tsunami” of aging boomers, PBS NewsHour is launching “Taking Care” – a series of reports on the increased demand for and challenges of long-term care. The series begins Thursday, May 30, 2013 (check local listings) with a…

  • The most important steps we need to take as a nation to counter the impacts of climate change.

    50plus
    16 Jun 2013 | 7:00 am
    Americans care more about the environment than ever before and the overwhelming majority of us acknowledges that climate change is real and human-induced. But still we continue to consume many more resources per capita than any other nation and refuse to take strong policy action to stave off global warming—even though we have the power to do so. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions can be achieved in a top down manner—via legislation mandating reductions in fossil fuel emissions—or in a bottom-up fashion with individuals and businesses doing their part by driving and flying less,…

  • Forest Park contributes to nation’s carbon storage, economy

    50plus
    15 Jun 2013 | 5:21 pm
    (Portland, OR) –From Portland’s famous Forest Park to New York City’s Central Park, America’s urban forests store an estimated 708 million tons of carbon, an environmental service with an estimated value of $50 billion, according to a recent U.S. Forest Service study. Annual net carbon uptake by these trees is estimated at 21 million tons and $1.5 billion in economic benefit. In a study published recently in the journal Environmental Pollution, Dave Nowak, a research forester with the U.S. Forest Service’s Northern Research Station, and his colleagues used urban tree field data from…

  • Beachin’ It 1890s-1920s now open at historical society

    50plus
    14 Jun 2013 | 5:40 pm
    Beachin’ It 1890s-1920s: Newport’s Summer People” is currently on display at the Burrows House Museum of the Lincoln County Historical Society, 545 SW 9th St. in Newport. The exhibit features photographs, postcards, and objects from an era in Newport’s history remarkable for an active summer tourism business. Bay Beach, Nye Beach, and Agate Beach were the hot spots for summer events including surfing, a ladies’ race, clam bakes, sun bathing, hot sea baths, and numerous other activities. Among the objects are bathing suits from the period, promotional materials, hats and umbrellas.

  • Baby boomers funding big family trips

    50plus
    13 Jun 2013 | 7:00 am
    When Barbara Grover and her husband received an inheritance they were not expecting five years ago, they planned a luxurious family trip. Rather than plowing the money back into retirement savings, the Grovers took their two daughters as well as their spouses and children along on an eight-day safari in Tanzania. Total cost for 11 people: around $65,000. “It’s a lot of money, there’s no way to get around that part,” Grover said. But considering that price included 11 flights, two guides, almost all meals and an unforgettable experience spending time with her kids and…
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    Senior Housing News

  • Senior Living Developer Moves Forward with $360 Million Pipeline

    Alyssa Gerace
    17 Jun 2013 | 2:48 pm
    Siena PSD, a partnership between Siena Senior Living and Pacific Summit Development, marked new progress on its 20-project, approximately $360 million pipeline of senior living communities after obtaining entitlements for an eighth site in mid-June. The pairing combines real estate development veterans with some relative newcomers to the senior housing industry who are planning to build about 2,064 units of mostly assisted living and memory care with some independent living in the next couple years. The size of the communities generally ranges between about 75-125 units each at an average…

  • Merrill Gardens Hires Two Top Leisure Care Execs

    Alyssa Gerace
    17 Jun 2013 | 2:35 pm
    Seattle-based Merrill Gardens announced on Monday the hiring of Tana Gall as president and Jason Childers as senior vice president, effective immediately. Both Gall and Childers were formerly the president and senior vice president, respectively, of Leisure Care, also based in Seattle. Merrill Gardens’ former president Bill Pettit has moved on to lead R.D. Merrill Company, the parent company of Merrill Gardens and Pillar Properties, which owns and operates apartment residences in Washington state. Prior to joining Merrill Gardens, Gall worked at Leisure Care for 19 years. Childers was…

  • HHS Updates National Alzheimer’s Plan, Stresses Caregiver Training

    Elizabeth Ecker
    17 Jun 2013 | 2:06 pm
    The Department of Health and Human Services has made updates to its National Plan to Address Alzheimer’s Disease including its take on the vulnerability of older Americans who live in care facilities.  Due to the particular vulnerability of people with Alzheimer’s disease who live in care facilities, HHS stated, the department will increase its attention to this population via the studies currently available. This will include an “in-depth analysis” that has implications for those providing care in assisted living communities.  …”This will include an…

  • States Push Life Insurance as Senior Care Payment Source

    Jason Oliva
    17 Jun 2013 | 12:27 pm
    State lawmakers are urging elderly citizens to use life insurance as a way to pay for long-term care, reports The Wall Street Journal.  The strategy aims to provide seniors and their family members with financial resources to pay for immediate care needs through life settlements, a practice in which policyholders sell their life insurance policies at a discount in the secondary market and the buyer takes over premiums and collects the death benefit. Proposed legislation is pending in at least eight states, including Texas, New York, California, Florida, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine and New…

  • HUD Clarifies Independent Living’s Role in Olmstead Decision

    Alyssa Gerace
    17 Jun 2013 | 11:06 am
    The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently released finalized guidance clarifying its position on the role of housing in accomplishing the goals of Olmstead, the landmark Supreme Court decision giving people with disabilities the right to have multiple housing options.   Olmstead‘s objective is to help people with disabilities lead normal, integrated and independent lives. For some, this may mean living in a community setting where they can also receive supportive services if necessary, rather than a nursing home or some other institutional setting. There has been…
 
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    Medicare Supplement Shop » Medicare News Blog

  • Medicare Supplement Plans in Chico, CA

    Cris
    31 May 2013 | 10:00 am
    Medicare Supplement Plans in Chico, CA There are 11 Medicare Supplement Plans offered by over 25 insurance companies in Chico, CA. Overall there are over 250 options one can consider when purchasing a policy.  The most popular Medicare Supplement Plan, with over 90% of people purchasing it, is Plan F. This plan is the most [...]The post Medicare Supplement Plans in Chico, CA appeared first on Medicare Supplement Shop.

  • Strong Economy to Save Medicare from Bankruptcy

    Cris
    16 May 2013 | 8:27 am
    Strong Economy to Save Medicare from Bankruptcy Cuts to entitlement programs including Social Security and Medicare have been weighing heavy on the minds of soon-to-be retirees and current recipients of social aid for obvious reasons. The government’s reactionary policies have undoubtedly instilled fear in Millions of seniors who rely heavily on government aid, creating public [...]The post Strong Economy to Save Medicare from Bankruptcy appeared first on Medicare Supplement Shop.

  • Five Mistakes Retirees Make When Turning 65

    Cris
    23 Apr 2013 | 7:55 pm
    Five Mistakes Retirees Make When Turning 65 1. The most common mistake made by retirees who are new to Medicare is purchasing the incorrect prescription drug plan. These plans have many moving parts, and are not easily understood. Many factors need to be considered before enrolling including the monthly premium paid for the plan, whether [...]The post Five Mistakes Retirees Make When Turning 65 appeared first on Medicare Supplement Shop.

  • Aetna Medicare Supplement Plans – Good Company with Great Options

    Cris
    27 Mar 2013 | 9:38 am
    Aetna Medicare Supplement Plans – Good Company with Great OptionsAetna Medicare Supplement Plans are being purchased by droves of Seniors who are turning 65 and enrolling in Medicare for the first time. This is mostly due to Aenta’s great financial health, fabulous customer service, and affordable Medicare Supplement Plan prices. While many different companies offer the [...]The post Aetna Medicare Supplement Plans – Good Company with Great Options appeared first on Medicare Supplement Shop.

  • Medicare Supplement Plan F – After all changes it’s Still the Best!

    Cris
    27 Mar 2013 | 9:25 am
    Medicare Supplement Plan F – After all changes it’s Still the Best!Medicare Supplement Plans were modernized on June 1st, 2010.  All in all, four plans were eliminated and two new plans were introduced. Despite all the changes, the most popular and Best Medicare Supplement Plan is still plan F.  This is largely due to the [...]The post Medicare Supplement Plan F – After all changes it’s Still the Best! appeared first on Medicare Supplement Shop.
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    Mother In-Law Suite | In-LawSuite.com

  • Sustainable Design for Mother in Law Suites

    Tom
    7 Jun 2013 | 4:53 am
    You’ve decided that you want to add an addition to your home by building a mother law in suite on your property. What exactly is a mother in law suite? Essentially, it is just another smaller living space on your property that is usually detached from the home. Typically found over the garage or just off to the side of the house, a mother in law suite is designed for someone else to live on your property with you without actually being in your house (the perfect place for a mother in law, hence the name). Mother in law suites can be as big or as small as you desire, but they usually…

  • Mother In Law Suites: A Growing Trend Among Baby Boomers

    Tom
    31 May 2013 | 4:34 am
    Adding a Mother in-law suite is a rapidly growing trend in the US specifically among baby boomers. This trend has caught the attention of many national news sources such as USA Today, MSN, and Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate. The trend is steadily increasing according to sources and most agree that it will continue to do so. As baby boomers consider the options they have when it comes to caring for an aging parent, many times the choice to build a mother in-law suite or purchase a home with a mother in law suite is best suited for the needs of the aging parent and the family who would be…

  • Accessible Kitchen Sinks

    Tom
    17 May 2013 | 4:33 am
    When designing a handicapped kitchen for a mother in-law suite or even simply for universal design, one of the biggest challenges is the sink. Most sinks feature a base that is as deep as the counter, and that limits wheelchair access. They may also be too tall for wheelchairs, or they could lack a comfortable place for standing when people have limited mobility. However, there are several models available that help overcome all of these challenges and are easy for handicapped people to use. Adjustable Height Kitchen Sink If you are building a mother-in-law apartment to move a family member…

  • Accessible Appliances And Universal Design

    Tom
    10 May 2013 | 4:44 am
    Your body changes over the years, and your ability to access items will also change. A young child cannot reach items that set back on the kitchen counter, but healthy adults have no problem reaching items throughout the kitchen. As you age, your ability to get items out of a top freezer or set up a blender will also start to fail. However, there are several ways to make your appliances more accessible and more functional. Easy Baking Standard ovens feature a door that opens low to the ground. This may work well for someone in a wheelchair, but it can turn into a dangerous hazard for someone…

  • How To Build A Mother In Law Apartment

    Tom
    1 May 2013 | 2:39 pm
    At a time when many people want to care for their parents and in-laws in their own homes, the idea of turning part of their living quarters into a stylish apartment for say your mother in-law is catching on across America. For instance, an AARP survey noted that more and more seniors are opting to remain with family than moving into more traditional care facilities. In fact, the act of transforming a section of one’s home or even a backyard cottage into a home for Mom is proving to be a great idea in this day and age when senior care homes are charging more than most seniors can afford.
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    Retirement Online Blog

  • Jun 16, Retirement

    16 Jun 2013 | 2:28 pm
    When I retire in 2014 from teaching in Georgia at age 68, with just short of 33 years, will I have to pay taxes on my retirement? My pension will be

  • Jun 16, Leaving Money in Your Will

    16 Jun 2013 | 9:49 am
    Early in our marriage, my husband Geoff and I realized we shared the unhappy experience of being part of families involved in legal battles due to money

  • Jun 15, Retirement and Change

    15 Jun 2013 | 4:07 am
    One of the things we learn once we retire is that the way our days used to go, meaning the usual 9-5 routine, is no longer an option. It is up to us to

  • Jun 13, It has finally happened... Retirement!

    13 Jun 2013 | 11:53 am
    I am in my second week of retirement. I'm packing up to move so very busy but can certainly see how depression can set in when you all of a sudden have

  • Jun 13, More Movies...

    13 Jun 2013 | 12:15 am
    OUT OF AFRICA THE ENGLISH PATIENT BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY THE MIRROR HAS TWO FACES THE CONSTANT GARDNER THE DEPARTED FORREST GUMP Wendy: thanks Sharyn!
 
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    Senior Care Corner

  • Home Fire Extinguisher Use – Senior Care Corner Video Caregiver Tips

    Barry Birkett
    16 Jun 2013 | 5:17 pm
    Fire! Something we don’t want to even think about in our homes but something that happens too often in seniors’ homes, especially those whose memory and/or physical capabilities are challenged. We can, and should, take steps to reduce the risk of home fires but can’t count on eliminating them totally. The potential for lost lives motivates us to protect against what can happen in a fire. Yes, while a distant second, we also want to protect our belongings, memories and treasured keepsakes that a fire can destroy as well. Home Fire Extinguishers Smoke detectors are a must in…

  • Don’t Assume All is Well – Check Bills and Statements of Seniors (and Us)

    Barry Birkett
    13 Jun 2013 | 3:44 pm
    Online payment systems and e-bills are great, aren’t they? Now we can quickly shift money from our own accounts to those who we owe money with just a few clicks — no need to write a check or lick a stamp much any more! Even when we do get paper bills and pay with a check, it seems like the process of going through our bills and paying them takes less time than before and often a lot less than we remember our parents and grandparents taking. Is it really a good thing, though, that we can rush through bill payment or pay them without even seeing our detailed charges? Paying Charges…

  • What is a Memory Care Center and Would Your Senior Benefit?

    Kathy Birkett
    11 Jun 2013 | 4:55 pm
    The silver tsunami is ashore! Yes, our population is aging. We know, you’ve heard that before, but the importance can’t be overstated. Now we need to be sure that we have safe places to care for the seniors who need care. While many are making plans and turning their dreams into reality to remain in their homes as they age, there are many won’t be unable to do so. Health and safety are usually the reasons our seniors move from home to a care facility. There are options for those that need care above what they can get in their own homes – including nursing homes,…

  • Celebrating Progress in Fighting Cancer / Keys to Survival and Prevention

    Kathy Birkett
    9 Jun 2013 | 12:51 pm
    The big C! The dreaded C word no one ever wanted to hear. It was a death sentence. No one said it out loud and certainly never in public. The one who must not be named! Something had to be done about it. Fast forward 100 years and the American Cancer Society is celebrating a century of fighting cancer with an ultimate goal of totally ending all cancer deaths. Beginning in 1913 the American Cancer Society took an active role in cancer research searching for a breakthrough. Yes, cancer is still a very serious diagnosis and scary for those who receive it, but it’s not nearly the same death…

  • Nutrition Strategies for Dementia in Senior Care Communities and at Home

    Kathy Birkett
    6 Jun 2013 | 4:29 pm
    Nutrition is important to our health and well-being throughout our lives. Sometimes our senior loved ones need a little extra help to eat the foods they need in the right quantities, whether they are aging in place or call a senior living facility home. That may be especially true for those with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia. The Alzheimer’s Association has an initiative entitled Campaign for Quality Residential Care. As part of the three year study they have created strategies to help those living in residential communities such as assisted living facilities and nursing homes…
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    eCaring Forum

  • What Should I Know About Caregiving Technology?

    Melody Wilding
    17 Jun 2013 | 4:37 am
    This post first appeared on the Family Caregiver Blog.  With all the new technological advancements that seem to be coming out everyday for older adults, trying to keep up with the changes can be inundating and confusing, especially if you are not tech-savvy. As a result, I spoke with Melody Wilding, Director of Communications at eCaring, and asked her some questions to gain a better understanding of the latest “buzz” surrounding technological devices geared towards helping family caregivers and the individuals they care for.  Ms. Valentin: What is Caregiving technology?  Ms.

  • 4 Easy Steps to Create a Memory Garden

    Melody Wilding
    12 Jun 2013 | 5:28 am
    Grief is complicated.  While some process feelings of loss through talking and verbal sharing, others prefer to express grief through art. Gardening can be a therapeutic process for older adults, who have lost a spouse or close friend or for caregivers who have lost a parent or relative. Not only does it offer a variety of physical health benefits ranging from weight loss to endurance, but gardening also provides an outlet for stress and other emotions. Memory gardens, or memorial gardens, are a wonderful way of honoring and remembering lost loved ones. These gardens provide a living,…

  • Growing Healthier: Health benefits of gardening for seniors & age-related modifications

    Melody Wilding
    10 Jun 2013 | 4:55 am
    Spring has sprung! With it, the sunny season brings renewed opportunities for seniors and aging parents to enjoy time outdoors. Gardening, a beloved spring pastime, is a versatile activity that offers a variety of physical and mental health benefits for older adults, which research studies support. Horticulture scientists at Kansas State University found that moderate physical activity through gardening improves older adults’ mobility, strength, and endurance. In fact, a single gardening session burns about 250-350 calories. The movements involved with gardening (think: lifting, kneeling,…

  • The Secret Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease

    Melody Wilding
    5 Jun 2013 | 6:19 am
    When you hear the term “Parkinson’s Disease”, a general image comes to mind: An older person afflicted with devastating tremors, stiffness, and a pervasive loss of motor control. However, the true picture of Parkinsonism is much more complex. According to various estimates by the National Institutes of Health and the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, PD affects between 500,000 to 1 million Americans, and an estimated 4.1 million people worldwide. While motor symptoms are the trademark of Parkinsonism, PD sufferers deal with a host of additional non-motor symptoms ranging from sleep and…

  • 14 Early Warning Signs of Parkinson’s Disease Onset

    Melody Wilding
    3 Jun 2013 | 5:29 am
    Parkinson’s Disease is most common among older adults and affects nearly 2% of the aging population. One’s risk of developing Parkinson’s increases with age, with the average age of onset being 65 years old. No matter what your age, a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease is life changing. Because the disease progresses slowly, many people fail to notice or seek medical attention for their symptoms. In fact, a survey by the National Parkinson Foundation found that people will avoid seeing a physician to discuss Parkinson’s even if they are exhibiting cardinal symptoms, such a tremor.
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    50plus Northwest online Articles for boomers and seniors

  • PBS NEWSHOUR premieres – TAKING CARE: A 6-part series looking at the increased demand for and challenges of long-term care for seniors

    50plus
    17 Jun 2013 | 8:00 am
    Series launches Thursday, May 30, 2013 with a look at one family’s daily struggles Every day in the United States, nearly 10,000 baby boomers reach the official retirement age of 65, many of whom will live well into their 80’s – though not without assistance. As part of its on-going reports examining the challenges facing America in the wake of a “silver tsunami” of aging boomers, PBS NewsHour is launching “Taking Care” – a series of reports on the increased demand for and challenges of long-term care. The series begins Thursday, May 30, 2013 (check local listings) with a…

  • The most important steps we need to take as a nation to counter the impacts of climate change.

    50plus
    16 Jun 2013 | 7:00 am
    Americans care more about the environment than ever before and the overwhelming majority of us acknowledges that climate change is real and human-induced. But still we continue to consume many more resources per capita than any other nation and refuse to take strong policy action to stave off global warming—even though we have the power to do so. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions can be achieved in a top down manner—via legislation mandating reductions in fossil fuel emissions—or in a bottom-up fashion with individuals and businesses doing their part by driving and flying less,…

  • Forest Park contributes to nation’s carbon storage, economy

    50plus
    15 Jun 2013 | 5:21 pm
    (Portland, OR) –From Portland’s famous Forest Park to New York City’s Central Park, America’s urban forests store an estimated 708 million tons of carbon, an environmental service with an estimated value of $50 billion, according to a recent U.S. Forest Service study. Annual net carbon uptake by these trees is estimated at 21 million tons and $1.5 billion in economic benefit. In a study published recently in the journal Environmental Pollution, Dave Nowak, a research forester with the U.S. Forest Service’s Northern Research Station, and his colleagues used urban tree field data from…

  • Beachin’ It 1890s-1920s now open at historical society

    50plus
    14 Jun 2013 | 5:40 pm
    Beachin’ It 1890s-1920s: Newport’s Summer People” is currently on display at the Burrows House Museum of the Lincoln County Historical Society, 545 SW 9th St. in Newport. The exhibit features photographs, postcards, and objects from an era in Newport’s history remarkable for an active summer tourism business. Bay Beach, Nye Beach, and Agate Beach were the hot spots for summer events including surfing, a ladies’ race, clam bakes, sun bathing, hot sea baths, and numerous other activities. Among the objects are bathing suits from the period, promotional materials, hats and umbrellas.

  • Baby boomers funding big family trips

    50plus
    13 Jun 2013 | 7:00 am
    When Barbara Grover and her husband received an inheritance they were not expecting five years ago, they planned a luxurious family trip. Rather than plowing the money back into retirement savings, the Grovers took their two daughters as well as their spouses and children along on an eight-day safari in Tanzania. Total cost for 11 people: around $65,000. “It’s a lot of money, there’s no way to get around that part,” Grover said. But considering that price included 11 flights, two guides, almost all meals and an unforgettable experience spending time with her kids and…
 
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    Longevity Connection » Blog

  • Where to Start

    Karen Bridge
    14 Jun 2013 | 7:06 am
    A One Step at a Time blog by Marnie McDonald, Clinical Specialist, North Shore Center for Compulsive Hoarding & Clutter    “But how do I start..?” asked Dorothy. Glinda responded: “It’s always best to start at the beginning – and always remember to follow the Yellow Brick Road.”  Dorothy quickly questioned “But what if I?”  Glinda [...]The post Where to Start appeared first on Longevity Connection.

  • A Lesson Learned During a Visit with an Elder

    Karen Bridge
    10 Jun 2013 | 5:57 am
    by Eileen Lubas, Manager, The Longevity Connection While sitting at a red light the other day on my way back to the office I had to smile thinking about a conversation I had just had. Along with my therapy dog Nysa, we were visiting a lovely lady as part of The Full Circle America (FCA) [...]The post A Lesson Learned During a Visit with an Elder appeared first on Longevity Connection.

  • Disorganization and Clutter vs. Compulsive Hoarding Disorder

    Karen Bridge
    5 Jun 2013 | 9:21 am
    by Marnie McDonald, Clinical Specialist, North Shore Center for Compulsive Hoarding & Clutter Occupational hazards come with the territory in many professions and mine is no different. That being said, the one I face most often is probably the last thing on the list you are running through your head right now. The moment I mention [...]The post Disorganization and Clutter vs. Compulsive Hoarding Disorder appeared first on Longevity Connection.

  • Healthy Lasagna Recipe

    Karen Bridge
    28 May 2013 | 8:45 pm
    Who would have thought that one of the biggest staples of Italian cuisine could be actually be pretty healthy for seniors? Generally piled with sauce, meat and quite a fair amount of fatty cheese, this version of lasagna can be a great source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Adapted from Woman’s Day Magazine, this version [...]The post Healthy Lasagna Recipe appeared first on Longevity Connection.

  • Comparing Costs of Elder Care and Assisted Living

    Karen Bridge
    27 May 2013 | 8:45 pm
    Caregiverlist.com, a website that focuses on caregiving and elder care, compiled information from roughly 18,000 long-term senior care centers from around the country. In doing so, they wanted to answer a question many people first ask when they set out looking for an assisted living facility: “What does this actually cost?” Here is a quick [...]The post Comparing Costs of Elder Care and Assisted Living appeared first on Longevity Connection.
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    ChangingAging.org

  • Why We Should Celebrate Aging

    Krisca Te, Guestblogger
    17 Jun 2013 | 5:09 am
    When people hit major milestones in their age they should celebrate it with fun and exuberance rather than dismay.

  • You Are More Than Who You Were

    Jill Vitale-Aussem, Guestblogger
    14 Jun 2013 | 5:03 am
    Many years ago, as a new nursing home administrator, I was quite taken with myself for teaching my staff how important it was to find out who our residents were.

  • The Green House Project: From Tupelo to California, Oh How Far We’ve Come

    Rachel Scher, The Green House Project
    13 Jun 2013 | 9:23 am
    The month of May became a nice snapshot of The Green House journey, ranging from the 10 year Anniversary in Tupelo, MS, to opening California's first Green House home.

  • A Quarter-life ‘Skype-sis’

    Christina Pierpaoli, ChangingAging Contributor
    13 Jun 2013 | 8:38 am
    Our cultural lexicon is wrong. It’s a classic language of otherizing—through which older adults’ experiences are confined and trivialized into this thing called aging.

  • The Eden Alternative is Changing ‘Ageing’ in Ireland

    Stephen Cassidy, special to ChangingAging
    12 Jun 2013 | 4:40 am
    Ireland is a country where the word of your mother is gospel. Every topic from whether you need to wear a coat out, to where the draft is coming from, she has an answer.
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