Mar
20
2019
Technology dominates the world we live in. And, it is increasing/changing all the time. For our elderly parents, an effort may be required to get "old dogs to learn new tricks". Some seniors may not be interested...or able, to...
Mar
11
2019
You have just returned from visiting your elderly parents...and your father has been diagnosed with dementia. How do you react? Are you tempted to brush aside or deny such information?
Recently, research targeting older adults has...
Mar
05
2019
My elderly parents were fortunate to have local friends and neighbors who frequently stopped by their house. These visits may have been short. But hugely beneficial to see another friend, hear another voice.
Unfortunately, many elders are...
Feb
26
2019
People need people interaction. Elderly need people to interact with, to talk to, to share stories, to socialize with.
Socialization benefits us all. And, is greatly important to seniors who may become "shut-in" as they age.
We all understand the need...
Feb
11
2019
“Seniorities” is a bi-monthly cable TV program discussing/highlighting issues of importance to our aging population. As Chairman of the Board, Scituate Council on Aging, I co-host with Linda Hayes, Executive Director of the Council on Aging.
Our guest this week,...
Feb
18
2019
As you age, taking control of your life will necessitate formulating a "living plan".
There is a need to remain safe, engaged, healthy, stimulated, and (semi) independent. Each senior is unique, with variations in resources, functionality, family connections, financials. ...
Feb
05
2019
Fact. The probability of living alone increases as you age. Have you ever thought about your future this way?
Many seniors get creative with housing, and share living arrangements with family. Or, elders may buy in to a senior living...
Jan
29
2019
Winter weather across much of the country is keeping many people indoors, safe and warm. But sometimes, stir-crazy. Being stuck inside can be a particular problem for seniors who live alone – putting their emotional, mental and even physical...
