Senior Living News Nexus

11/03/2024

Still a very useful video about how to handle a scam caller.

28/12/2023

15/12/2023

Here are some tips for how to deal with a blaring "security" pop-up message on your computer screen.
These scams are becoming more common.

News 8 On Your Side has a warning about a scam that gets right in your face. It uses a scammer's two favorite weapons: the phone and the computer.Subscribe t...

15/12/2023

Talk to your parents about this common scam BEFORE it happens.

The government that Frances Sharples served for more than four decades considers the money to be income, compounding her pain.

03/05/2022

"No child deserves to go through what I am going through and no loving parent deserves to be left alone to die..." (Kerri Kasem)

Comedic actor Tim Conway's daughter Kelly Conway remembers the laughter and tears of life with her famous dad and his difficult final years

16/01/2022

In time, dementia removes one's ability to reason. That means that logical arguments become irrelevant, and it's pointless to try to use logic to convince your loved one to see the world your way. Sometimes you can just let the issue go, but when safety is at issue you'll need to find a different way to make your point.

27/12/2021

When visiting someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s, help visitors know what to say & do by sending these Do's + Don'ts so everyone has a good time together.

16/12/2021

Dementia can cause angry, aggressive outbursts that are hard to handle. Get 14 useful tips for dealing with aggressive behavior in dementia when it happens.

15/12/2021

Natural aging can cause reduced balance and increased fall risk. To improve balance and prevent falls, try these 6 easy at-home exercises for seniors.

27/11/2021

"Some people [are dealing with] trumped up charges that are definitely masked age discrimination to get them [removed from] a job. Sometimes it’s more overt, but people are experiencing it and, unfortunately, oftentimes that older worker, in particular, feels powerless."

The new film about the powerlessness of older workers has already struck a chord with many.

18/11/2021

What to do if you suspect neglect of an older adult - a checklist.

We are pleased to announce the release of a new checklist, “Suspect Neglect of an Older Adult: What to do?” from the NCEA and the National Adult Protective Services Association (NAPSA). This checklist was developed to help us all know the signs of and what to do if we have concerning observations. Learn more here and share widely:
https://ncea.acl.gov/NCEA/media/Publication-4.0/NCEA_NAPSA_CGchecklist.pdf

28/10/2021

Find out how to protect yourself against Medicare fraud or abuse.

Medicare fraud can be a big business for criminals. Medicare loses approximately $60 billion annually due to fraud, errors, and abuse, though the exact figure is impossible to measure.

28/10/2021

Caregiving puts you at risk for compassion fatigue. Get common symptoms, how it’s different from burnout, and 8 tips for how to cope with compassion fatigue

24/10/2021

Watch a family caregiver and a reporter experience Alzheimer’s in a 12 minute experiment. The results are shocking.

23/10/2021

Senior hoarding can be hazardous to health and tough to manage. Find out which emotions cause hoarding & how to give support and get them the help they need

16/10/2021

Adults age 60 and older should not start an aspirin regimen to lower their risk of a first heart attack or stroke. New evidence suggests that the potential harm can outweigh the benefits.

New proposed recommendations from the USPSTF cite research showing that the harm outweighs the benefits in taking aspirin to prevent heart attacks.

16/10/2021

Thanks, Rebecca!

14/10/2021

This week’s Spooky Scam tip: This Friday, October 15th, is the beginning of the Medicare enrollment period. Guard your identity from asking you to verify your Medicare ID number.
Learn more by visiting the Medicare Fight Fraud page here: https://www.medicare.gov/forms-help-resources/help-fight-medicare-fraud
and the NCEA Medicare Alert factsheet here:http://eldermistreatment.usc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/NCEA_MedicareAlert_FactSheet_508web.pdf

To report a suspected scam call 1-800-MEDICARE.

12/10/2021

“They say a little knowledge is a dangerous thing, but it's not one half so bad as a lot of ignorance.”

― Terry Pratchett, Equal Rites (https://amzn.to/2XNTReC)

11/10/2021

Take a quick break with our 10 favorite ways for caregivers to recharge. Regular breaks as short as 5 minutes can reduce stress and improve health.

11/10/2021

When seniors w/ dementia keep rummaging through things, it’s frustrating & messy. Find out what causes dementia rummaging behavior & get 9 ways to manage it

28/09/2021

A high school in Dubuque, Iowa, gives students physical education credit when they go out into the community and do yard work for community members who are older or disabled. Win-win!!
(from 2019)

A high school in Dubuque, Iowa, gives students physical education credit when they go out into the community and do yard work for community members who are older or disabled.

25/09/2021

"People want to stay in their own homes. You hear it and read about it all the time. And there's some merit to that. Most of us can relate to the fact that relocating is emotionally charged. Add the fact that our parents get sick and tired of suffering the indignities of aging and often feel bossed around by everyone from the government to their kids, and you can understand why they often get stubborn. Where they live may be, in their minds, their "last stand."

The task of getting an elderly relative out of a cluttered, filthy, unsafe home is never easy. Here are some tips for caregivers and family to make the process more successful.

25/09/2021

...But his soul can't be sick. I knew if I could hang onto that, it could ground me no matter what happened...

Insights from the new book by former President Ronald Reagan’s daughter, based on her years running a support group for dementia caregivers

21/09/2021

...the 2021 International Health Policy Survey of Older Adults shows Americans 65+ have been facing greater economic hardship and health care disruption than people their age in 10 other wealthy nations. In some cases, far greater...

A new study finds it's worse for them than in 10 other wealthy nations

20/09/2021

The fear of falling becomes more common as people age, even among those who haven't fallen. Explore ways to help you avoid falls and possible injuries: https://bit.ly/3BqnKU5

Do you have a fear of falling? Find tips on fall prevention, how to avoid tripping and slipping, and ways to lower your chances of getting a fracture.

20/09/2021

Help advance Alzheimer’s research, participate in the no-cost, confidential Alzheimer Prevention Trials (APT) Webstudy, led by top scientists.

20/09/2021

Here I am in May, 2018 with the lovely and talented Kacey Denoon, who created the look of the original website and counseled me as I developed the website.