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![A caregiver drinking tea with her mother](/documents/2858249/33036926/Assessing+Wellbeing.jpg/34a636e8-43ff-76a1-bbdd-e8c7509e34dc?t=1694787057139)
Things to Look for When Visiting an Older Loved One to Assess Wellbeing
As your loved one ages, you’re likely to find yourself worrying more about their wellbeing. Maybe you’re concerned about issues of them living safely in their current home, or taking care of themselves without in-home support. Or maybe you’re anxious about the possibility of memory loss, and early signs of dementia developing without anyone around to notice. These concerns are especially common for long-distance caregivers—who make up roughly 15 percent of all family caregivers.
Read MoreBy Julie Hayes | 09/15/2023
![An older adult massaging their knee](/documents/2858249/32206184/Pain+Management+%281%29.jpg/0e38dc61-ea1c-89d6-7913-ae7a31a2ef57?t=1692120810231)
Pain Management for Older Adults with Dementia
Just like most other older adults, people with Alzheimer’s and related types of dementia suffer from headaches, stomachaches, toothaches, muscle cramps and other painful conditions that are an uncomfortable part of the aging process. However, an older person with memory loss who suffers from chronic pain may not be able to tell their caregiver how they feel or ask for help to relieve their discomfort. Instead, they may communicate their distress through other means, such as becoming agitated or crying, which their caregiver may not understand how to interpret or address.
Read MoreBy Julie Hayes | 08/15/2023
![Most ageist stereotypes don't reflect the active and vibrant lives of older adults or view aging as a process we are all going through.](/documents/2858249/32205841/Ageism.jpg/49b2e9e9-f907-0bb9-beec-3f2998c27fa8?t=1692120231777)
Combating Ageism: Understanding and Overcoming Negative Age Stereotypes
Ageism is discrimination against individuals or groups because of their age. It can be easy to make judgements based on someone’s perceived age but, like other forms of discrimination, negative stereotypes resulting from age prejudice can have very real consequences. While ageism can apply to individuals of any age, it is often directed towards older adults. It is important to note that even if one does not currently experience ageism, we are all inevitably aging. Therefore, if we don’t work to combat ageism now, all generations will experience ageism in the future.
Read MoreBy Emily Falk | 08/15/2023
![An older adult driving his partner.](/documents/2858249/32205592/Medications+and+Driving.jpg/34835c40-5b53-1f5c-e08b-94066c2dd4aa?t=1692119576307)
Medications and Driving: Safety Tips for Older Adults and their Families
With laws around THC use changing around the country, the subject of “drugged driving” has been appearing more and more in the national discourse. Most people are aware of the risks involved in driving under the influence of marijuana, but aren’t aware that prescription drugs can also fall under the umbrella of drugged driving—and that many older adults are unintentionally driving impaired, and contributing to the high statistics of drugged driving accidents.
Read MoreBy Julie Hayes | 08/15/2023
![An older couple doing a puzzle together](/documents/2858249/31341451/Activities.jpg/919bee12-83e3-227b-02e7-3ea70dbaf79b?t=1689345960111)
Engaging Activities for People with Dementia: Boosting Wellbeing and Connection
Dementia remains a highly stigmatized disease, often leading to misunderstandings about the capabilities and needs of older adults affected by it. Caregivers may unintentionally overlook the importance of meaningful hobbies, activities, and pastimes for individuals with dementia due to their perceived disconnection from the world around them. However, it is crucial to recognize that, despite the changes brought by dementia, older adults still require engagement regardless of the stage of the disease.
Read MoreBy Julie Hayes | 07/14/2023