November 6, 2023 —
The ability to drive a motor vehicle can be an important part of independence and mobility for older adults. Driving gives us a sense of autonomy that we feel from the first time we are handed a license as a teenager. But not all of us will be able to drive safely for the rest... Read More
September 25, 2023 —
Disasters such as hurricanes, floods, fires and other emergency situations are all too common these days. In fact, about 4 out of 5 Americans live in counties hit by weather events since 2007, according to disaster declaration data from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). That illustrates how these events can impact nearly everyone and... Read More
June 7, 2023 —
A key skill for a professional care manager is the ability to look down-the-road, even in the middle of a crisis. While a tricky balance, care managers regularly help families use the calendar as another resource in a loved one’s care. When it comes to hurricane season, care managers like to reframe the topic. What... Read More
February 20, 2023 —
In 2020, over 48 million U.S. drivers on the road were 65 or older, a jump of 68% in 20 years. This rise in older drivers means that about 17% of all traffic accident fatalities are seniors. Many factors lead to car accidents for older adults, including typical age-related changes in vision, responsiveness, and reasoning;... Read More
December 6, 2021 —
The first full week of December each year is Older Driver Safety Awareness Month, when experts focus on ways to keep seniors safe behind the wheel. This might be a driver safety evaluation, a senior driving safety course, a car inspection—and perhaps a family discussion, which isn’t always the easiest topic of conversation, because for... Read More
November 5, 2021 —
By: Janet Jackson-McCulloch With the holidays just around the corner, millions of Americans will hit the road to visit family and friends. It’s an opportunity to meet new grandchildren, see extended family, or simply be a tourist. But if you’re thinking about traveling with a loved one who has dementia, how do you begin to... Read More
July 26, 2021 —
Last year at this time, few people were even considering hitting the road for a vacation. Even at the beginning of Summer 2021, there was some hesitation. But reports are that many people in the U.S. now are seeking to make up for lost time. Many flights are full again, and other people are hitting... Read More
January 11, 2021 —
The holidays are over, and we’re returning to normal life—or, what passes as normal during the time of a pandemic. Most of us are excited about the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine, and hopefully we are continuing to follow the guidance of health experts to protect ourselves and others from exposure to the virus. Though... Read More
December 14, 2020 —
Traveling to spend the winter holidays with loved ones is an American tradition. It might be the time when everyone in the family gets together to share beloved foods, heirloom decorations and activities. New babies meet the family. Everyone checks in on the oldest family members. The memories created last for years to come. But... Read More
March 23, 2020 —
March is Deep Vein Thrombosis Month. Deep vein thrombosis occurs when a blood clot forms in a large vein, usually in the lower leg, thigh, pelvis or arm. These blood clots can cause temporary or permanent damage to the vein where it forms. And if a blood clot breaks free and travels through the bloodstream... Read More
