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TRENDING NOW: The Llama Will See You Now
Animal therapy has become quite common, especially around college campuses, hospitals, and Life Plan Communities. The mention of animal therapy might elicit mental images of…
Social Butterflies & Couch Potatoes: How Older Adults’ Health Is Affected by Their Partner’s Activities
Recent research examined the activities of older couples to understand the link between activities and health, with a focus on the relationship between partner activities…
High-Speed Connection: Online Social Networks Ease Depression in Older Adults with Pain
Dealing with pain can be a significant barrier to staying socially active, but there may be other options for socializing beyond in-person contact that can…
Space Exploration: How Nursing Homes Utilize Space to Improve Person-Centered Care
Newly constructed buildings often incorporate the latest design trends to better support resident wellness, leaving older buildings apparently limited in their ability to do this.…
Care Recipient Q&A on Preferences Reveals Surprising Answers
Are older adults receiving the type of long-term services and supports (LTSS) they want? A recent study examines whether LTSS preferences match the care arrangements…
Rec Tech: Technology-Mediated Recreation & Quality of Life in Long-Term Care
Senior living may not be the first industry that comes to mind when discussing technology, but that may be about to change. According to an…
TRENDING NOW: Older Adults Have a Say in Product Development That Targets Their Demographic
A group of older adults who call themselves Longevity Explorers are breaking new ground with businesses and product developers. These older adults are providing valuable…
Lost Wages & Reduced Earning: The Future Costs of Caregiving
As the population of older adults with functional limitations grows, the number of family caregivers is expected to increase as well. A recent study explores…
Gossip for Good: Social Talk Keeps Isolated Older Adults Connected
Recently, a researcher explored how social talk may support isolated older adults aging in place. This study earned a bronze 2019 Mather LifeWays Innovative Research…
One Size Doesn’t Fit All: Creating a New Wellness Model Specifically for Older Adults
In an article that earned a 2019 bronze Mather LifeWays Innovative Research on Aging Award, researcher Matthew Fullen, PhD, proposed a multidimensional wellness framework to guide…
TRENDING NOW: Older Adults Living on College Campuses
Imagine a university where on the housing block lives a college student who is 20, and another who is 77. This is a real trend…
Catching a Play: How Older Adults Benefit from Theater Attendance
Staying active and engaged is important for older adults’ health and well-being, but sometimes it can be difficult to know which activities are best. Findings…
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