Aging Resources
Cold Weather Safety
Winter comes with low temperatures and brutal weather. Older adults need to take precautions in order to stay warm and well. Here are some tips to keep in mind: Keep warm inside the house and in buildings. Throw on a sweater while in the house and keep your home to at...
Flu Prevention
The weather is getting colder which means it is flu and cold season! Over 60 percent of adults over the age of 65 are hospitalized due to the flu. Here are a few tips for preventing harmful illnesses: When going to the store, wipe off the handle of the grocery basket...
Cancer Signs in Adults Over 65
The most prevalent cancers in adults over the age of sixty-five include: Lung Cancer Colon Cancer Bone Cancer Bladder Cancer For Lung Cancer, symptoms can include: Difficulty breathing Recurring pneumonia Chest pain induced by coughing Coughing up blood Symptoms for...
Managing Anxiety
In people of all age groups, anxiety is highly prevalent. In older adults, stress can look different compared to younger adults. Anxiety in the elderly usually stems from worrying about illnesses or future social interactions. In older adults, many often feel secluded...
Aphasia
Aphasia occurs when either a traumatic brain injury, brain tumor, or a stroke occurs affecting the language centers of the brain. According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (2015), there are 180,000 cases annually. Aphasia is a...
Managing High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure is highly prevalent in the U.S. population, whether old or young. Labeled as the “Silent Killer,” this disease usually does not come with symptoms; if it does, there are not many. It is estimated that one-third of the adults in the U.S. have been...
Presbycusis
Presbycusis is a gradual sensorineural hearing loss which starts exhibiting symptoms around the age of 50. This hearing loss is a result of the normal aging process but can be affected by outside causes, such as noise exposure. A sensorineural hearing loss is a result...
Preventing Falls
Cluttered Flooring Clear floor space and get rid of any unneeded things. These items can get in the way, or get caught on clothes, causing a trip or fall. Lighting It can be hard to see where to walk if there is not adequate lighting in the room. Make sure the house...
Simple Ways To Be Physically Active As You Age
By Haleigh Heath Exercise is very important in our daily lives, but it becomes even more important as we begin to age. Exercise is an easy way to decrease stress, and it helps with your health as well. For example, exercise can decrease the chances of getting a...
Why Everything You Think About Aging is Wrong
When you think about aging, what automatically comes to your mind? Is it decline in health, body, or mind? Why is it that aging is associated with such a negative meaning? Instead, revert your thinking by viewing aging as a positive change. It turns out that life does...
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