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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...
7 Ways to Better Communicate with Older Adults
Inter-generational experiences has become a sight that is not commonly seen. This is partly due to how unfamiliar this idea is, especially to those in the younger generations. If you have not been exposed to spending time with our older population, interacting with...
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...
Helpful Article on Talking to Loved Ones About Moving to Assisted Living
As people age, they can reach a point when they are no longer physically or mentally able to live independently. And, if you are anything like me, the thought of having a conversation with them about leaving their home probably brings a lot of emotions to the table. I...
Helping a Loved One Battle 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...
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...