Aging Resources
Importance Of Aging Well And Living Well And Ways In Which Area Agencies on Aging Can Get Involved In The Process
By Binoj Peter Aging is a natural phenomenon and a wonderful at one too. It can be celebrated and cherished. You become wise enough from your experiences to be a torch bearer to younger generations. It is also very important that you make wise choices in the process....
How to Combat Feelings of Loneliness in the Elderly
The prevalence of lonely adult seniors is very high across the United States. Fortunately, we can volunteer our time in the community to help this problem. Here are some tips to help combat feelings of loneliness in the elderly population: Volunteering Volunteer at...
Exercising with Chronic Conditions
We all know that exercise is crucial in our routine for staying healthy. Although we know the health benefits, it does not necessarily mean we follow and listen to the advice we hear. Exercise is important to not only maintain your health, but also for those who have...
Signs of Hearing Loss
It is very common to gradually lose your hearing as you age. Aging and exposure to loud noises are the main contributors to hearing loss. There are a few signs to look out for when it comes to hearing loss, whether it is for a loved one or yourself: Speech starts to...
Protecting Your Brain
It is important to stay proactive and start prevention against cognitive disorders. Even by middle age, you can start preventing these diseases and disorders by exercising your brain, as well as your body. The secret to this is by staying active. Give your brain a...
Importance of a Healthy Diet on Aging
We’ve all been told at some point in our lives that what we eat is super important. It helps with our present health, but it can also help us age well in the future. This may not be something that we are concerned with until it really begins to affect us. Eating the...
The Benefits of Documenting Your Life Story
Have you ever considered writing down the events in your life to document them? It could be a funny story to tell your children and grandchildren one day, document life lessons, tell about important events in your life, or to express the gratitude of the blessings you...
National Senior Citizen Day Guest Post
Intergenerational Ministry By Dr. Charlie Pruett Having taught Aging Studies for over 25 years has given me some discovery. Over and over during those years university students told me their favorite assignment was the requirement to spend time interviewing a person...
Rare Cancer Most Common in Seniors
Getting older can be difficult - joints get stiff and the memory may become foggy. What is often not thought of as we watch our grandkids play and enjoy a nice walk are the toxins that we are constantly coming into contact with, such as asbestos. The toxin is a known...
How will you celebrate National Senior Citizens Day?
It's coming soon! National Senior Citizens Day is August 21st, what will you do to celebrate? Here at the PGC, we will be posting a series of articles from across the interdisciplinary spectrum that will help educate, inform, and celebrate seniors! If you have an...
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