Aging Resources
Hearing Loss: What Is It and How Can You Cope?
One of the most common challenges faced by the older adult population is hearing loss. It is estimated that about one-third of older adults between the age range of 64-75 are experiencing hearing loss, even if they do not realize it. Signs such as the following...
The Dangers of Falling
A difficulty that older adults face on a daily basis is the increasing possibility of falling. The older a person gets, the more dangerous falling can become. Every year, 3 million older adults are treated in emergency rooms due to a fall, and 1 out of 5 falls result...
Grieving the Death of a Spouse Later in Life
As couples reach later into their adult years, certain health risks tend to increase as well, especially for various chronic conditions, such as heart disease, cancer, stroke, diabetes and Alzheimer’s. Sadly, it is not uncommon for a spouse to die as a result of one...
Staying Healthy During the Holidays
The holidays are a very busy time for most people. With the hustle and bustle of social events, gift buying, and traveling, taking care of your health gets pushed to the wayside of all of the festivities. These are some ideas that should help you keep healthier this...
Fighting Loneliness During the Holidays
It's that time of year! The holiday season is just about in full swing. Tis' the season for good food, friends, and family - at least for most of us. Though this time of year is generally viewed as happy and exciting, for many, this is a time that reminds people of...
Planning a Move as an Older Adult
Moving yourself or a loved one can be a stressful experience. Here is a checklist that can help ease the stress of moving and ensure you tie up all of your lose ends when moving from one place to another. 2 Months Prior to Moving Send in New home deposit Inquire about...
Dr. Macaluso Presented a Poster Session at Gerontological Society in America Conference
Hello from Austin! This week is the annual meeting of the Gerontological Society in America and I’m here learning and getting ideas for future workshops, class projects, and research. In addition to attending sessions around becoming an Age-Friendly University, the...
Hand Hygiene for Flu Prevention
With Flu season in full swing, we would like to share with you how to practice good hand hygiene and stay well this year! The Flu virus remains infectious in the wet mucus from an infected person. Researchers at Kyoto Profectural University of Medicine, in Japan found...
Exercise Can Help Lower Older Women’s Risk Of Fractures
A number of studies have linked regular exercise to a lower risk of hip fracture- a potentially disabling or even fatal injury for older adults. Every year, over 300,000 aged 65 or older are hospitalized for a broken hip. A study of more than 77,000 older U.S. Women,...
Aging & Sleep
As we age, our body changes, but our need for sleep does not change. Like adults of all ages, older people need 7-9 hours of sleep per night. Getting that amount of much needed rest becomes harder and harder as we age due to biological changes. According to...
Other Helpful Links
Aging Services – Department of Health and Human Services website
Alzheimer’s Association – National homepage
Area Agency on Aging – The Abilene resource through the West Central Texas Council of Governments.
Meaningful Activities – Explore how music, art and pet visits can improve quality of life experiences.
Texas Silver-Haired Legislature – Advocates for Seniors through Public Policy
Age Wave – Understanding the effects of an aging population
Regrets of the Dying – five most common regrets shared by those faced with dying