‘More than a fourth of African American caregivers’ report having no family, friends or neighbors to help them.’
It’s Time to Meet the Needs of African American and Black Caregivers
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Health Disparities Facing Older Adults of Color amid COVID-19
Many policies consider a patient’s long-term survivability based on their existing health issues.
Will COVID-19 Change How We Care for Caregivers?
‘For caregivers, the juggling of family life and other responsibilities is normal.’
Work Left to Be Done After LTSS Scorecard Shows States’ Performance
‘Since the last Scorecard, half of states improved spending on HCBS.’
Mitigating COVID-19 Risk for the Chronically Ill
At-home dialysis can help older adults with kidney disease avoid infection.
Gauging Readiness for Healthcare Contracting: n4a’s New Network Readiness Assessment Tool
‘These are important conversations to have in terms of “how are we going to handle these situations?” ’
Might the COVID-19 Pandemic Lead to Better Practices in Long Term Care?
One geriatrician’s thoughts on planning for the next pandemic.
Supporting People Living with Dementia During COVID-19
Caregivers were no longer able to keep their work schedules and became isolated with their care recipients in the home.
Concentrating on the Bright Side: Congregate Living in 2020
‘I need a better balance of time with others and time with just myself.’
Rethinking ‘Value’ Over the Life Course, Especially in Crises
‘Devaluation of older people is not unique to COVID-19.’
Autism Spectrum Disorder and Aging: More Questions Raised, Study Needed
Some people with Autism Spectrum Disorder need lifelong support and are not able to function fully independently.
Black Americans are Dying Before Their Time
‘Death rates of Detroit elders still remain 2 to 2 ½ times higher than their counterparts.’
Catharine Carter Catlett Williams: Sept. 2, 1923–Sept. 8, 2020
‘Carter called for “individualized person-centered care” to eliminate restraints and improve outcomes.’
Older Workers Face an Unemployment Gap not Seen in Nearly 50 Years
Six months after the initial burst of layoffs and furloughs, older workers continue to lose jobs at higher rates.
Advance Care Planning Should Be a Standard of Care for Healthcare Systems
Advance care planning limits uncertainty in the event of serious illness.
Fostering Social Connection and a Sense of Purpose During a Pandemic
Handwritten letters can provide valuable social support.
Supporting Boomer’s Desire to Age in Place
‘The passion in our space is contagious. And I’m hooked!’
What the Market Will Bear: On Drug Pricing and Potential COVID Treatments
Prior to Medicare Part D, the market wouldn’t bear much, in the way of pricey medications.
Rosalynn Carter Institute Finds Caregivers Are in Crisis
“Self-care has become a thing of the past,” said one caregiver.
Act Now to Defeat Older Adult Malnutrition
‘Malnutrition in older adults costs the United States an estimated $51.3 billion dollars each year.’