Dementia epidemic looms by 2050
London G8 summit to focus attention on global problem increasingly impacting developing countries.
Dementia developing at later ages, U.S. study shows
People with dementia do a parachute exercise in the Bronx. A new study shows the age of those getting dementia seems to be getting higher. (Jim Fitzgerald/Associated Press)
Depression in Older Adults and the Elderly
As you grow older, you face significant life changes that can put you at risk for depression.
Physical Fitness and Our Aging Population
Regular exercise & better eating habits is the way to go if you want to live a healthier life.
Male Caregivers- Do you Stop to Ask for Directions?
Male caregivers are reluctant to ask for help.
Couple’s double suicide underscores struggles for elderly
Suicides becoming more common among elderly, mental health experts say.
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Aging population sparks opportunity in home care
The private sector home-care business is much different from institutionalized health care.
Most boomers don’t want to move from their homes in retirement, poll finds
A decision to move out of their home was most often due to a change in their health – 66 per cent – rather than for downsizing reasons.
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Supreme Court clarifies end-of-life process.
The ruling provides much-needed clarity on the end-of-life issue.
Live One Hour Rogers TV Show with Mary Bart
Mary Bart, Chair of Caregiving Matters is going to be the special guest on Rogers TV show called: “In the Know” on Wednesday October 9, 2013 from 2:00 – 3:00 pm. Her topics for the show include: 1. Caregiver Demographics 2. Consequences of caregiving 3. Caregiving balance or burnout 4. Dealing with Guilt 5. …