Needs of ‘Solo Agers’ a Growing Concern in Our Aging Population
A while back, “Elder Orphan” was the term used for older adults with little or no support system. While the evolution in language has...
Brain Health
Fewer Medications for Older Adults Can Prevent Falls, Improve Memory
Dear Carol: Countless articles, including yours, report that older adults are taking too many prescription drugs, some with potentially harmful side effects. Yet, it...
Some Risky Behavior Might Be Necessary for Your Elder’s Mental Health
Dear Carol: My dad, 72, has been adventurous all his life and that spirit doesn’t seem to be dampened by aging or even some health...
How Do I Get Dad Out of His Cluttered, Unsafe Home?
Many elders do well in their homes. They graciously accept the help they need, have cleaning people come in, and are even able to...
Why Do Some Older Adults Refuse to Bathe or Wear Clean Clothes?
When it comes to caring for the elderly, hygiene issues are surprisingly common. Determining why their bathing habits have changed is the best way...
Does Frequent Reminiscing Signal Cognitive Decline?
Dear Carol: For someone who’s 83, my dad is doing well. Even so, since Mom died of Alzheimer’s, I worry about every little change. This...
Our New Year Roundup of Elder-Friendly Products, Services, and Tech
Dear Readers: It’s time once again for my semi-annual column that features elder-friendly products, services, and technology. While product links are included within the...
Is it Alzheimer’s, a Different Type of Dementia, or Something Else Entirely?
s it Alzheimer’s disease? As people age, the rapid mental recall of youth often fades. Yet most aging adults have wisdom and life experience...
Why People Living with Dementia Want to Wear the Same Clothes Every Day
Dear Carol: My grandma has a sweater that she wants to wear every day. She has dementia so it does no good to explain...
For Older Adults, Competence and Cognitive Capacity Override Age
Dear Carol: In general, around what age should older people stop managing their own finances? When should they stop driving? Do doctors check older...
