Aging Resources
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...
Mesothelioma Awareness Day 2019
Why Asbestos Cancer Riddles the Senior Community As our bodies and minds age, there are a number of things we start to seamlessly factor into our daily routines. Writing checklists, bringing a sweater, buying more supportive shoes, having spare glasses and the list...
My Takeaways from the “Bringing the Generations Back Together” ACU Summit Pathway
I had the great privilege of attending a few sessions from the ACU Summit Pathway Series "Bringing the Generations Back Together" today presented by Holly Catterton Allen and Wilson McCoy The following is my takeaways from the first three sessions. My Background I...
Festive Fall Activities for Older Adults
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting colder! It is almost Fall! With the arrival of Fall comes the opportunity for wholesome & life enriching activities. Here are some ideas of activities you can enjoy this Fall! We hope you remember to have...
Does your attitude have an effect on how long you will live?
Want to live forever? Or at least for a VERY long time? New studies done by the Boston University School of Medicine clinical research psychologist Lewina Lee, show that optimism may be the trick to achieving this well sought after goal. A large scale study indicates...
Memory problems
Older adults often worry about memory decline as they age. It is important to inform the doctor about changes affecting daily living. For example, tell the doctor that you are having problems with remembering short term events or thinking clearly. The doctor will most...
Advance Directives
Advance directives are specific written instructions to inform others of what type of care would be preferred if a person is critically ill or dying. There are two types of advance directives: Living Will- A living will records a person's end-of-life wishes for...
Moving to Assisted Living
One of the hardest decisions older adults face is whether to live with assistance or to continue living independently. Have a conversation with the doctor can help you make the right decision based on your current health status. Choose a doctor that you trust and are...
Safe Travel Tips for Older Adults
Prior to traveling, whether overseas or not, make sure that vaccinations stay up to date, as well as scheduling a visit with a medical provider.. Here are a few tips on traveling safety: Stay up to date on vaccinations- Some shots require to be taken up to 6 weeks...
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