The results of a recently published study provide more motivation for us to try to stamp out ageism in our culture.
The 5-Cog paradigm improves diagnosis, management of dementia
Jun 11, 2024
A threefold improvement was seen in dementia care actions with the 5-Cog paradigm, a culturally adept cognitive detection tool.
‘Smart gym’ gives seniors a customized workout without fear of dumbbells
By
Aaron Dorman
Oct 18, 2023
One senior living facility’s “smart” fitness center includes equipment and software designed to create a personalized regimen for residents.
Hobbies, travel, ‘extreme’ sports top retirement ‘bucket lists’ for older adults
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Nov 16, 2023
More than 40% of US adults have “bucket lists” of goals they want to achieve in retirement, including ones that they believe support their overall mental health, according to the results of a recent...
Master Plan for Aging adds dementia screening tool for providers
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 17, 2023
Primary care providers in the country’s most populous state have a new screening tool to help them identify cognitive decline in older adults and determine next steps.
Prevalence of subjective cognitive decline 9.6 percent in ages 45 and up
Mar 13, 2023
Only 47.3% of those with subjective cognitive decline reported that they had discussed issue with healthcare professional.
Staying married in midlife tied to lower later dementia risk
Feb 14, 2023
Being divorced or single increases the risk for dementia.
Healthcare system unable to meet needs of elderly living alone with cognitive issues
Aug 23, 2023
The US healthcare system is not well-equipped to address the unique needs of older adults living alone with cognitive impairment, the authors said.
Eligibility limited for anti-β amyloid mAbs in seniors with MCI
Aug 18, 2023
Few older adults with mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia were eligible for lecanemab or aducanumab after applying clinical trial criteria.
We need to do better for people living with dementia
By
Rob Liebreich
Feb 26, 2024
With 97% of income for those with dementia going to care costs, we need to do better. Senior living and care should be the No. 1 force for change.