Age shouldn't negatively impact the rate and diversity of what a person learns; if anything, it should improve it. Too often though, once we or our loved ones reach old age, and transition to a nursing home or assisted living, those options (and maybe even desires) for learning greatly change or diminish. read more

It started out as a routine doctor's visit. As the elevator door opened, I saw an elderly gentleman waiting to get on the elevator. Beside him was what appeared to be his wife in a wheelchair pushed by a home assistant. Although the elevator was mostly full, I smiled and told them to get on. Perhaps I had spoken too soon. I could see the reaction of the others who were already on the elevator. read more

It seems that the television, radio and newspaper ads feature an endless supply of gifts for the holidays except for possibly older family members. And, when asked, these "older family members" might not be able to tell you what they enjoy, want or need. Many will undoubtedly say they don't need anything. read more

The Internet is transforming the assisted living and senior living industry. Senior living facilities are eager to find ways to increase traffic to their websites and have discovered that SEO, or search engine optimization, is a highly effective way to generate website traffic. The following are some ways that you can maximize the results of your assisted living community's SEO efforts. read more

The Alzheimer's Association has been involved in advancements of Alzheimer's and related dementia research for nearly four decades and continues to be a leader in this fight the world over. Their vision is a world without Alzheimer's. read more