Roscoe Nicholson
What Is the State of Public Long-Term Services & Support?
Recently, in response to a new initiative of the federal government for improving long-term services and support (LTSS), Dr. Stephen Kaye at the Institute for…
Problem Relatives Could Spell Poor Health for Older Adults
As October rolls out, many Americans are beginning to brace themselves for the cacophony of holiday cheer in the form of pumpkin spice lattes, Hallmark…
Want to Be Happier? Just Wait.
A lot of things are lost with age—our youth, cognitive processing speed, the hair on our heads. But for all these losses, it appears that…
A Closer Look at Religion’s Role in Countering Depression
Depression is one of the most common mental health issues facing older adults, with around 20 percent of adults over 65 reporting being depressed. Additionally,…
Spousal Caregivers: Who’s the Frailest of Them All?
A number of studies have looked at the negative health consequences associated with spousal caregiving, but little attention has been paid to how the cognitive…
The Positive Effects of Internet Usage in Older Adults
New research suggests that time spent perusing the Internet may actually reduce the probability of depression in older adults by as much as 33 percent.…
Does Having a Sense of Purpose Affect Longevity?
Previous studies have led researchers to consider having a purpose in life as an indicator of healthy aging. One reason for this was the association…
Whose Brains Benefit from Aerobic Exercise?
Both aerobic exercise and strength training have been shown to improve memory in older women with likely mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Now a research team…
Researchers Find That Working Out More Is Better for the Body Than Working Out Less
Older adults can experience sharp declines in balance, strength, and general well-being. Between the ages of 30 and 70, adults experience a decrease in maximal…
Why Older Adults & Technology Don’t Always “Click”
A growing number of technology options that can support older adults in the aging process are being introduced. However, these technologies can be of little…
Modifying Heart Health May Boost Brain Health
The American Heart Association has released an assessment tool called Life’s Simple 7 that focuses on modifiable health behaviors, which can be used to promote…
Illinois Industry Salaries Revealed
Realizing the importance of salary survey information for senior living providers to build and maintain competitive pay structures for their employees, LeadingAge Illinois recently released…
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