‘Considering Americans 65 and older are the demographic group most likely to vote, it is astounding how little the major parties’ presidential candidates have talked about these two issues that loom so large in older adults’ lives.’
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An elder orphan has no adult children, spouse or companion to rely on for company, assistance or input. More than 13 million Americans fit this description, and more than 9 million of them are women.
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Roberto Muñiz, President and CEO of Parker, explains why aging services providers have a responsibility to provide and support opportunities for continuous learning for employees at every level of the organization.
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'Even when people are dealing with health issues, they're still trying to make significant connections with other people and enjoy themselves through activities that are exciting and meaningful to them.'
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Kiran and Kalyani Balkaran, age 17 and 15 respectively, volunteered their time this summer, working at Parker for five and a half hours each workday to digitize over 300 music CDs and create playlists for our new Music and Memory program. Research shows that when elders are provided with music that they loved in the past, they become far more animated and engaged.
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Where Clinton and Trump Stand on Caregiving and Long-Term Care
‘Considering Americans 65 and older are the demographic group most likely to vote, it is astounding how little the major parties’ presidential candidates have talked about these two issues that loom so large in older adults’ lives.’
‘Elder Orphans’ Have a Harder Time Aging in Place
An elder orphan has no adult children, spouse or companion to rely on for company, assistance or input. More than 13 million Americans fit this description, and more than 9 million of them are women.
Fiftysomething Diet: 7 Trendy (and Healthy?) Foods
They are getting a lot of attention and may even be good for you.
Back-To-School
Roberto Muñiz, President and CEO of Parker, explains why aging services providers have a responsibility to provide and support opportunities for continuous learning for employees at every level of the organization.
How to Lend Money to Family or Friends (If You Must)
Six rules to protect yourself and your relationships.
Art and Friendship Make Powerful Tools to Fight Ageism
College students and older adults become 'pals' in this creative arts program.
The Secret to a Long Marriage
'This is the 40th time my husband and I have exchanged anniversary cards.'
Making Art Has a Profound Effect on Vulnerable Older Adults
'Even when people are dealing with health issues, they're still trying to make significant connections with other people and enjoy themselves through activities that are exciting and meaningful to them.'
Teenage Volunteers Digitized Music for Residents
Kiran and Kalyani Balkaran, age 17 and 15 respectively, volunteered their time this summer, working at Parker for five and a half hours each workday to digitize over 300 music CDs and create playlists for our new Music and Memory program. Research shows that when elders are provided with music that they loved in the past, they become far more animated and engaged.
The Importance of Listening to the Person With Dementia
We need to hear well before the voice is silenced by the disease.