Kim Moy, Founder of Caregiver Wisdom, Image credit: AsAmNewsThis article is made possible with the support of AARP At 54-years-old, Kim Moy has been a caregiver for nearly 20 years. First, a caregiver to
Falling is a normal part of early childhood. However, as we age, even a minor fall can be debilitating. Falling as an older adult can lead to serious consequences including injury, disability, and even
Almost half of the people born in 1940 are still alive today. They are over 80 years old. For people who were born in 1950 or later, more than 70% are expected to live past
Unique representative study investigates changing views on longevity and aging across health, retirement, and purpose.A revealing new Harris Poll conducted by the firm Age Wave has confirmed substantial shifts in Americans' perceptions of aging and
The last several posts have been about fall prevention strategies. However, there are seniors who continue to fall frequently despite interventions. Some individuals are unstable as soon as they stand up and start walking. Other
Since ulcerative colitis (UC), a condition that causes inflammation in the colon and rectum, is never medically cured, certain lifestyle behaviors can help you manage symptoms and better cope with your condition. In addition
Practicing mindfulness can help you feel more than Zen. If one plus one always equals two, why does adding one pile of laundry to another merely equal one (larger) load? The same goes for chewing
A new study suggests that a daily multivitamin might improve memory in older adults. Millions of people take a multivitamin each day. Some believe it’s a sort of insurance in case their diet is
Hearing aids might not be a welcome addition to your routine, but there are simple ways to ease the adjustment.Glasses have become such a fashion statement that some people without vision problems don them merely
Nearly three in four adults are considered overweight or obese. How can you lose weight and keep it off as you age? We are quite a large nation — not only in square footage, but
