An Area Agency on Aging (AAA) is a public or private non-profit agency, designated by each state to address the needs and concerns of all older persons at the regional
AgeWise Colorado, in collaboration with YouDefineWellness.com, hosted a webinar entitled Caring for the Caregiver on September 16. Included in that webinar were three panels of three presenters each: panel one
Oprah once wrote in her magazine, “I’m grateful for every age I’m blessed to become.” While many people may not like the idea of getting older, there can be a
If you have decided to read this article, let’s first acknowledge that the task of planning for the end of your life is not the happiest of things to do.
Home is Where Your Heart Is Your Home is Your Castle There’s No Place Like Home There are so many cliches about home in our culture. And most are true,
Do you remember taking a chewable cartoon character vitamin every day when you were a child? Our parents told us those fruit-flavored characters would make us big and strong. You
June is a widow living in Colorado. Her home is a traditional two-story colonial with a lovely porch and a spacious backyard. June raised two children in her home with
Your parents took care of you for most of your life. Or maybe it was a beloved aunt, uncle, grandparent, or family friend who was always there for you. Regardless
Having access to transportation is critical to staying connected to family and friends and to pursuing day-to-day activities, both those that are essential and those that enhance one’s quality of
Mobility facilitates independence and improves our quality of life. As we age the ability to move around freely can become limited. While all mobility changes can’t be prevented, you or
Telehealth, also called telemedicine, is an umbrella term that refers to a wide range of health services delivered virtually. As it becomes more widespread, telehealth offers numerous benefits to seniors
What is a Personal Emergency Response System? For older adults living alone, a Personal Emergency Response System (PERS), also called Medical Alert System and Medical Emergency Response System can be a lifeline,
What is smart technology? Technology can help you, or a loved one, live at home safely and independently while providing automation for running a home, medical support, social connection, and
Today, the number of adults over 50 who are living with roommates is growing almost twice as fast as any other age group. Source: SpareRoom.com While you may have thought that roommates
Each year, millions of older people who are 65 and older fall. In fact, more than one out of four older people falls each year, according to the CDC. Most
While an AARP survey shows that 76% of Americans age 50 and over would like to stay in their homes as they get older, an American Housing Survey report found
Older adults often face critical and complex issues such as income security, housing, utilities, protective services, abuse, neglect, and age discrimination, which is why advanced planning is so important. Early
Most older adults’ income decline after they leave the workforce. The first step to ensuring that there are enough funds to last the rest of you or your loved one’s
A crucial part of aging in place is understanding and honestly evaluating you or your loved one’s financial health. Much like a company that reviews its profit and loss statements,
Loneliness and social isolation, especially in older adults, can lead to depression, dementia, and other health issues. According to the CDC, older adults are at increased risk for loneliness and
Eating a healthy and balanced diet is an essential part taking care of yourself. People of all ages need to consume the right balance of nutrients, but older people may
