Policy & Regulation
Less Pain, More Gain: Expanding Psychological Treatments for Chronic Pain
Many Americans, especially older ones, seek ways to manage their chronic pain. An article in a recent issue of Psychological Science in the Public Interest…
Staying Late at Work: The Aging Workforce & How Employers Are Adapting
The American workforce is aging and employers are beginning to adapt. A recent article utilized a series of national surveys and workshops with human resources…
Ready or Not: An Investigation of States’ Pandemic Regulations for Assisted Living
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers investigated assisted living’s preparedness for the outbreak by reviewing state regulations that had been established by the end…
To Some Degree: Perspectives on IADL Care Responsibility Linked to Education Level
Attitudes among the general public can influence social policies. A recent study sought to understand how educational attainment relates to attitudes about who should be…
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…
Revitalize & Reauthorize: Strengthening the Older Americans Act
The Older Americans Act, established in 1965 as a source of federal funding for services to support older adults’ independence, is up for reauthorization. Aging…
Meaning Maker: Are Aging Policies Effective for Older Adults’ Meaningful Participation?
A recent study aims to shed light on common themes of aging policies that may be counterproductive. The investigators analyzed 11 policies on meaningful participation…
Back to School: Addressing Our Workforce Challenge at the University Level
Inspiring the next generation of workers to join the aging services field is a significant obstacle for many organizations. A recent Seniors Housing & Care…
A “Dementia Boom” Is Coming: Here’s What We Can Do to Prepare
An article from the 2018 issue of Seniors Housing & Care Journal examined the coming challenge of providing adequate care for the growing number of…
The High Cost of Ageism: Calculating Health Care Expenses Associated with Ageism
In an effort to influence international policy change to reduce ageism, a recent study investigated the health care costs of ageism in the US. Using…
Privacy Policies: Considerations for Smart Home Technology in Senior Living
What are the implications of smart home technology within senior living residences on residents’ privacy? Tech products developed to help identify health problems or maintain…
TRENDING NOW: Social Media Trending as Platform for Fighting Ageism
The California government’s Commission on Aging is joining the fight against ageism and unrealistic portrayals of aging. As part of their “Hollywood Takes: On Aging”…
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