“Who will care for grandma” has become the warning cry from those aware of the looming direct care workforce crisis. Direct care workers are the
Be mindful of ‘elderspeak’ when talking to an ‘older’ adult – Pat Arter – February 10, 2019
Have you ever found yourself talking to an older adult, using terms like “sweetie,” dear,” or “honey”? Or, maybe you automatically start speaking at a
“Spark’-ing ideas to keep our brains fit as we age – Lynn Kellogg – April 21, 2019
Sometimes it seems we go round and round on an issue just to discover answers go back to basics that were intuitive all along. John Ratey, M.D. is a
Does Medicare cover emergency room visits when I’m traveling? – Sara Duris – March 24, 2019
Q. What does Medicare cover if I have to go to a hospital emergency room when I’m travelling? A. If you have Original Medicare, Part B
Lipstick and mascara are everywhere, so why do I hate wearing makeup? – Pat Arter – March 10, 2019
Makeup is a conundrum to me. I didn’t start wearing makeup regularly until I was in my mid-forties. That’s when those first light age spots showed up.
Information on oft-asked-about websites – Lynn Kellogg – April 14, 2019
With online searching now a norm on so many fronts, the AAA Generations column will periodically be devoted to frequently asked about or otherwise
When can I start drawing Social Security; and how is hospice paid for? Sara Duris – April 28, 2019
Q. When can someone begin drawing Social Security retirement income? A. Most people can start to receive Social Security retirement
Free ombudsman services available to long-term care residents – Christine Vanlandingham – May 5, 2019
Residents of nursing homes are often at their most vulnerable stage in life. Entrusting a loved one to a long-term care facility can be a tough
Physical touch can have cognitive, emotional benefits-but be sure to ask first – Pat Arter – May 12, 2019
Can I hug you? Not a question we hear very often, but in this day of social media, high public scrutiny and political correctness, people are