Being socially connected provides safety and security, buffers stress responses, aids emotion regulation, improves health behaviors, and improves access to resources.
By Julianne Holt-Lunstad, Ryan Layton, Bonnie Barton, and Timothy B. Smith
These leaders are honest and transparent about what they’ve learned and their wish to leave a legacy for those working on behalf of elders for generations to come.
The Act combines national policy aspiration and ambition in spreading services across America, plus optimism that our country can enable older adults age successfully in place.
Does it make sense to require independent care management for individuals who live in residential settings such as assisted living and nursing facilities?
Mobility challenges are common for older adults and with public transport that is inaccessible or non-existent, mobility and transportation are closely intertwined.
‘I experienced firsthand how difficult it is for older adults and those who support them to navigate the tangled web of aging policies and services, and to achieve positive outcomes.’
Now, with the advent of the COVID-19 pandemic, telehealth is proving to be timely and exemplary, especially with older adults who now must shelter in place in the community.
Best Practice Caregiving is a web-based database developed for professionals and organizations that serve family and friend caregivers of those living with dementia.
"We need more curious minds and passionate advocates to join the movement to ensure equitable aging for all regardless of race or ethnicity, gender, education, income or ZIP Code."
As the country gears up for a winter holiday season that includes holidays from many cultures, this is a chance for all of us to think about new ways to celebrate.
The field is filled with dedicated professionals who could go elsewhere and make more money. But it’s not about the money, it’s about being in tune with a mission and knowing that it means something to do this work.
Embodied Labs is committed to developing immersive training for professional and family caregivers that’s based on the authentic experiences of individuals who have been marginalized.
Home ownership late in life can have financial and emotional benefits, thus policy that assists younger adults in home-buying should be developed and enacted.
Two years ago, San Diego’s West Health, in partnership with the University of California San Diego Health launched a pilot study to better understand the challenges and opportunities in bringing telehealth to nursing homes and assisted living facilities. The aim was to connect residents with health system providers to proactively address their needs and help reduce“panic transfers” to the emergency room (ER).
The time is ripe to consider housing for older adults and whether, generally, it aids social connection or prevents it. Architect Charles (Chuck) Durrett and gerontologist Alexandria Levitt likely have one solid answer.
COVID-19 has highlighted our health system’s shortfalls, but it has also galvanized policymakers into action to achieve meaningful change. Thoughtful policy recommendations must address underlying community-level factors that promote social and health disparities.
By Thomas Eagen, Marie C. Gualtieri, Luming Li, Lisa O’Neill and Ivorie Stanley
New app, designed by two college Northwestern University college students, streamlines communication between families of older adults and their caregivers, or between family members.
"If your sole focus is on the older adults you are serving, that grounds you as a leader. Those who fail to keep that in mind—it weakens their effectiveness as a leader." -Bob Blancato
