Candidates tend to talk around direct care work when they should propose concrete solutions.
One of Our Nation’s Fastest Growing Jobs Is Missing from the Electoral Debate
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Strengthening Connections Between Malnutrition Risk and Care to Benefit Elders
‘Appropriate nutrition assessment, individualized nutrition interventions and community-level follow-up are vital to ensure MR is addressed.’
Cultivating the Land in Contact with Nature
Passing along his deep knowledge of agricultural production and symbiosis with nature.
Forest Bathing: An Outdoors Activity Ideal for an Older Population
Discovering a way to be in nature minus the strenuous route to nature.
The Mountains Called and He Answered
Report from “America’s Favorite Drive,” the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Tending to the Gardens and the Visitors
The joys of volunteering at the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve.
When Giving Back Is its Own Reward
One volunteer’s story of growing intimately familiar with the miles of roads and canal at the Chesapeake & Ohio National Historical Park.
When Nature Is a Savior
Taking advantage of nature’s proven health benefits, during duress and ever after.
One Woman’s Evolution Into a Climate Warrior
Active advocacy grown out of a lifetime of nature immersion.
A Case for Recruiting Older Adults to be Physical Activity Leaders
Part of the joy in life is exercising with others. It doesn’t matter if you’re good at it or not. You’re having a good time.
Malnutrition Awareness Week: Fair Access to Nutrition, Food and Health
‘Recent data showed deaths from malnutrition doubled from 2016 to 2022, especially among those ages 85 and older.’
More Older Adults Needing ER Care Due to Cannabis Use
Interest in cannabis use for elders is rising, but with it comes concerns about adverse reactions.
Is Health Equity on the November Ballot?
Details on where the two parties stand, and what it might mean for older adults.
Feeding Love and Traditions
How grandparents can play a critical role in child nutrition.
Worried About Cognitive Decline? You Can Do Something About It
Multiple recent findings reiterate the importance of lifestyle improvements in delaying the progression of MCI and dementia.
New Grant Allows University of Oklahoma to Expand Efforts of its Dementia Care Network
Training 586 family caregivers was one of several benefits to the grant work.
Dilemmas of Older Adults Seeking Cannabis Guidance
‘Which product should I try?’ and ‘How much do I take?’
Improving Access to End-of-Life Care Options Across the Nation
An update on state status concerning medical aid-in-dying laws.
Together We RISE: A Dual Perspective on Mentorship
Firsthand testimonials on the benefits of the ASA RISE mentor/mentee relationship.
One Song, Many Voices
An ASA RISE Fellow’s journey from feeling left out to fitting right in.