Psychiatric illnesses in older adults have long tended to be neglected, sometimes with tragic consequences. The elderly suicide rate is higher than in any other age group, and twice the national average. It is estimated that 40 percent of...

To Whom It May Concern: (hint...that would be ALL of us.) Please be advised, normal aging is not characterized by mental disorders. Contrary to popular belief, mental disorders like anxiety, depression, cognitive impairment, mood disorders and...

Flu Vaccination is Most Effective It is that time of year.  Halloween is approaching...we are losing more and more of our day light (not to mention daylight savings time is ending soon)...and I got my annual flu shot last week. Seasonal...

Social Security recipients will get a 3.2 percent increase in their monthly payments next year. This announcement from the Social Security Administration (SSA) was made public on October 12th. The 2024 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) marks a big drop from...

Professional Care Can Relieve Family Burnout Taking on the care and support for elderly parents can be stressful, overwhelming, and costly. All seniors have different emotional and physical needs, so there is no "one solution" that will permanently fit. Some...

Hearing aids today come in sizes that are virtually undetectable. They work by making sounds louder – although they sometimes will also increase the sound of background noises (such as crowds of people, or motor vehicle traffic). Always consult your insurance...

Don't Ignore Signs of Bad Hearing According to the National Institute on Deafness, one third of those over 60 and half of those over 85 have hearing loss. While a hearing loss is considered a normal part of aging, it...

Flu Vaccination is Most Effective for Prevention It must be that time of year.  We are losing more and more of our day light...and I got my annual flu shot last week. Yes, we have seasonal changes upon us.  Our elderly parents,...