As members of the Baby Boomer generation have already begun to reach retirement age, professionals in the eldercare industry are preparing for...
READ MOREEnhancing dementia care with technology and design
May 29, 2013 | Aging In Place, Assisted Living News, Healthcare Technology
According to the Alzheimer's Association, one in eight elderly Americans suffers from this degenerative condition, which is characterized by memory loss, disorientation...
Tech-savvy retirees are changing the face of assisted living
May 23, 2013 | Aging In Place, Assisted Living News
Though the stereotype remains that elderly individuals are less likely to embrace new technologies, many of today’s retirees have grown relatively comfortable with...
Elderly man shares benefits of online connectivity
May 20, 2013 | Aging In Place, Assisted Living News, Home Health News
Social isolation is one of the greatest challenges facing the elderly community today – one that many care managers and loved ones must find ways to mitigate to ensure...
State-imposed restrictions narrow scope of assisted living communities
May 16, 2013 | Aging In Place, Assisted Living News
Care managers charged with overseeing assisted living communities already face enough challenges when it comes to accommodating a growing number of elderly individuals with...
Social disengagement and mental health issues may put elderly at greater risk for scams
May 14, 2013 | Aging In Place, Assisted Living News
The elderly population is expanding rapidly, and while many legislators, medical professionals and care managers are striving to accommodate the needs of this population,...
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