More older Americans become homeless as inflation rises and housing costs spike
In Montana and across the nation, homeless shelters report the worrisome trend that seniors are a growing proportion of their residents.
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For older Ukrainians in front-line cities, visits from social workers bring comfort
In Sloviansk, many of those who remain are over 60. Social workers help with food, medicine and cleaning. An 86-year-old calls her social worker "Firefly," saying, "She brings light in a dark time."
Washington state retools a first-in-nation payroll tax plan for long-term care costs
The WA Cares Fund would help alleviate the financial burden of long-term care by providing workers a lifetime benefit of $36,500. The program was delayed while lawmakers addressed equity issues.
This form of memory loss is common — but most Americans don't know about it
Mild cognitive impairment, a common brain condition, can be an early sign of Alzheimer's disease. But most people don't know the symptoms. And some may mistake it for normal aging.
The 65 and older population is growing in Forsyth County
Forsyth County's senior citizen population is growing.
An Enzyme That Increases With Exercise Can Improve Memory In Mice, And Maybe People
When scientists revved up the production of an enzyme called GPLD1 in older mice, it stimulated nerve growth in their brains and the animals navigated a maze better.
For Alzheimer's Patients And Their Families, Coronavirus Can Mean Loving From Afar
Efforts to keep coronavirus out of care facilities has left many Alzheimer's patients isolated from their families. Online contact is often the best option but it's not the same as an in-person visit.
Opossums, Hydras And Hummingbirds: What We're Learning About Aging From Animals
Some animals live longer than they should for their size. Some have shorter lives. And others don't appear to age at all.
Scientists Find Surprising Age-Related Protein Waves In Blood
They've identified hundreds of proteins in human blood that wax and wane in surprising ways as we age. The findings could provide important clues about which substances in the blood can slow aging.
Program Offers TLC To Older Adults And Their Homes So They Can Stay Put
Many older adults want to age in their own homes, and the CAPABLE program makes that possible by offering everything from physical therapy to grab bar installation. It's cost effective too.