Health & Wellness
Aging
Having the Difficult Conversation
For a lot of reasons, it's hard to talk to an aging parent about difficult subjects, such as getting older, needing help, or being dependent. But it must be done. If crisis hits, and no one has addressed the subject, it can be enormously stressful. Read more...
Do Seniors Really Need Less Sleep?
A study in the Feb. 1 issue of the journal Sleep suggests that healthy older adults without sleep disorders can expect to have a reduced "sleep need" and to be less sleepy during the day than healthy young adults. Read more...
The Big Six Ohhhhh
Now that the Boomers are reaching "elder" status and qualify for those dreadful "senior" discounts, what will happen to their upbeat, youthful approach to life? Will anything change? Read more...
Nursing Homes: What the Government Can’t Tell You
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently began a new rating system to help consumers compare nursing homes. But while useful, the flaws inherent in any government rating system mean it shouldn't be relied on exclusively. Read more...
What Assisted Living Can't Do
As hidden consumers, adult children must be fully aware of the legal limits of assisted living facilities. These can be wonderful and supportive environments so long as your loved one doesn't need skilled care. Read more...
