Aging In Place
Discover what promotes healthy aging in seniors with The 90+ Study. Led by Co-Principal Investigators Claudia Kawas, MD and Maria Corrada, ScD, this study examines lifestyle practices, dementia development, and more in elderly participants.
Aging In Place
Worried about your aging parent's safety and well-being at home? Use this guide to help you assess their needs and determine the best course of action for home care.
Aging In Place
Learn about the challenges of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease during the holiday season. Discover strategies to help reduce stress and create meaningful moments with your loved one, despite cognitive decline.
Professional Services
Placing a loved one in memory care can be a difficult decision, but it can also provide specialized care and support for those with cognitive decline or physical impairments. Learn about the benefits of memory care and how it can improve the well-being of your aging family member.
Aging In Place
Not all Memory Care Units are created equal. Here is a checklist for you to compare and make the decision for the program that is right for you and your family member. Aging_Checklist-Alzheimers_Dementia_Update_v1Aging_Checklist-Alzheimers_Dementia_Update_v1.pdf193 KBdownload-circle
Aging In Place
Consumers can now share their experiences with healthcare facilities on Yelp, in addition to the star rating system. This move is a good thing for everyone, according to University of San Francisco nursing Professor Elena Capella, as perceptions of care can impact health outcomes.
Aging In Place
Kimberly Williams-Paisley's book 'Where the Light Gets In' chronicles the struggles of her family as they deal with her mother's frontal lobe brain degeneration (PPA).
Aging In Place
Choosing the right home health care agency for your loved one can be overwhelming. Use this list of important questions to ask when interviewing potential providers to ensure you find the best fit for your needs.
Aging In Place
We know that making the decision about adult day care can be overwhelming. Our checklist will help
Dementia Prevention
Incorporate a brain fitness program into your daily routine with the help of the Wii. With a variety of fun and challenging games, the Wii promotes physical exercise and brain exercises for a well-rounded approach to healthy aging.
Aging In Place
Taking care of elderly oxygen patients requires following important safety guidelines. Be prepared for power outages with a back-up supply of oxygen or generator. Follow these tips for properly storing and using oxygen, and keeping the home safe.
Types of Dementia
Dementia is a progressive disease that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. Health professionals use dementia rating scales to determine the stages of cognitive impairment and assess the progression of the disease.