Dec 11, 2019
This month, I share an article that caught my eye, “Effects of Ageism on Older Adults”, written by Jayne Stewart. I hope you find it interesting. The term “ageism” has been around since Robert N. Butler, M.D. coined the phrase in 1969. Exactly what is...
Nov 15, 2019
It costs nothing, but creates much. It enriches those who receive, without impoverishing those who give. It happens in a flash, and the memory of it sometimes lasts forever. None are so rich they can get along without it, and none so poor but are richer for its...
Oct 16, 2019
The U.S. population is growing older and people are choosing to stay in their own homes as they age. If you look around your neighborhood, there are probably houses where a senior couple lives or where a senior lives alone. Many of us are often concerned about these...
Sep 13, 2019
A caregiver’s job is certainly not easy, but it can be rewarding. A little preparation (and knowledge) can help simplify things and make caring for a loved one more enjoyable. Whether you are currently in the caregiver’s role, or anticipate serving in it in the...
Aug 15, 2019
Everyone loves music! We sing along with it, dance to it, and often lose ourselves in it. Music makes even the most mundane activities entertaining. It can invoke a memory or induce a mood. However, did you know that music can also improve our health? Listening to...
Jul 15, 2019
A friend of mine recently shared a video with our tennis group from one of the morning news programs. She was impressed with an interview and her accompanying message read, “She is 85 years old and is in better shape than all of us put together. My knees hurt just...
Jun 14, 2019
Today, people are more digitally connected than ever and senior citizens are no exception. As we embrace technology, it is important to be aware of and protect oneself against internet fraud. Cybercriminals often target digitally connected senior citizens with email...
May 16, 2019
What is osteoporosis and why does it happen? Osteoporosis, a term meaning porous bones, is an illness that weakens bones. The disease, which is not a normal part of aging, can be serious. It can cause broken bones, pain, suffering, and life-altering loss of mobility....
Apr 12, 2019
Volunteers – Do you have some free time and would like to get involved in the community? Or do you need a little assistance around the home or doing errands? At Home In Darien is here to help. As part of the national aging in place movement to help seniors...
Mar 19, 2019
Excerpted with permission from Aginginplace.org which is a resource hub about the specific aspects of aging in place. Their unbiased, informative guides help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions about their homes, finances, health, activities of daily...
