Why my 97-year-old grandfather was never too old for tech
Commentary: Think tech is a young person's game? Grandpa Ray was the savviest nonagenarian around, and it kept us close till the end.
When Roles Reverse: Caring for Mom or Dad
Just as we plan for college, buying a home or retirement, we must plan for our family's and our own aging and long-term needs.
Will This Tech Tool Help Manage Older People's Health? Ask Dad
There's a growing market in technology to address health problems in older people. But young techies don't always know what their clients really need and want. Enter the focus group of Dad.
Worried about Mom or Dad?
Are your parents living alone? Missing medications? Needing help around the house? Or longing for a companion? Don’t do it alone, Care Advantage can help! Ou...
Is Mom or Dad Moving in With You?
As baby-boomers age and Social Security income declines from what it used to be, more families will be opting for co-habitation rather than expensive retirement communities and nursing homes. Although it’s a great way to save money and strengthen bonds among family members, it can be challenging having Mom or Dad, or a grandparent, move in. Keep reading for tips on how to make the transition…
Which TV Dad Is Your Dad?
A Harvard professor says he can cure aging, but is that a good idea?
Is the fountain of youth lurking somewhere in the code of life?
Essay: Learning to Travel Through Time With My Astrophysics Professor
Mark Alpert ’82 is a contributing editor at Scientific American and an author of science thrillers. His latest novel is The Orion Plan.
5 Signs Mom or Dad Need Help
When visiting elderly parents or other loved ones over the holidays, did you notice these signs of malnutrition or loss of mobility? Early identification and treatment can help a senior get back on track. When seniors experience changes in eating habits and loss of mobility, it’s common to hide problems from family members out of fear of being forced to move to a nursing home. When families spend time together over the holidays, it’s often an eye opener for adult children. They may…
Can you match the correct TV dad to his kids?
Are you the Boss when Mom or Dad get Alzheimer's or Dementia
More Retirees Find Themselves Taking Care of Mom and Dad
People are living longer compared to decades ago, spawning a trend: Senior citizens taking care of their very elderly parents.
Five scientific predictions by Professor Stephen Hawking
From catastrophic climate change to alien invasion, the theoretical physicist’s thoughts about what might lie ahead were often far from optimistic
How to Recognize if your Mom or Dad Needs Home Care
As your parents age, you want them to remain as independent as possible. However, there may come a time when you cant give them all the help they need. This ...
Could Your Mom or Dad Be Malnourished?
Malnutrition is a common but underdiagnosed problem in older adults. Here are seven simple ways to make sure your parent is getting enough nourishment.
Want to live longer? Consider the ethics, says CSUF professor
Life extension — using science to slow or halt human aging so that people live far longer than they do naturally — may one day be possible.
When Mom And Dad Can No Longer Drive
We confront a lot of difficult topics when it comes to aging in America. Among the most difficult, are topics related to losing one's independence around the home. When mom and dad can no longer drive, you will have an extremely difficult conversation ahead of you. Here are some helpful tips (with a bonus video)!
Can Elder Care Help Dad Keep His Dog?
Senior Care in Libertyville IL: Dogs add a lot to our lives. Their silly grins and lolling tongues can make even the saddest person smile. They are a source of unconditional love and companionship.
