May 4, 2015 | Aging In Place, Senior Health
Your mom means the world to you. When you were hurt or sick, she was the one who was always there. Those times when you were a failure or unpopular or feeling unloved? Mom was there to convince you that you really had the world by the tail. Through the highs and lows...
May 2, 2015 | Aging In Place, Senior Health
Baby boomers have a strong sense of identity, and they know what they want for themselves and for their aging loved ones who need additional care. They want to provide the best lifestyle for their aging parents and worry about their quality of life, especially if they...
May 1, 2015 | Senior Health, Senior Living Communities
McKnight’s reports that the average turnover rate for assisted senior living facilities falls right around 42 percent. The cost of replacing each staff member can cost up to 46 percent of the lost employee’s salary, leaving you short-staffed and losing...
Apr 30, 2015 | Aging In Place, Senior Health
Today’s seniors live longer, remain active, and have a strong desire for independence. The vast majority prefer to age-in-place as opposed to making any change, and there are many advantages to this arrangement. In addition to being less expensive, seniors who remain...
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Mar 9, 2015 | Senior Health
Transcript:Reducing social isolation is one of the biggest challenges caregivers face. When providing care remotely, it can be hard to truly engage with your loved ones as they age in place. At Independa, our intuitive television platform allows caregivers and care...
Sep 24, 2014 | Senior Health
I just returned from a journey to Indonesia and Nepal. Being a geriatrician I naturally seek out elderly people, attempt to learn about their role in society and the services and supports available to them. I have been to Nepal over 20 times but Indonesia was a new...
