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June 1, 2025 —
Have you ever considered donating your body to science? While it may not be a common topic of conversation, whole-body donation plays an important role in research and education. Whole-body donations help inform many fields of science, from health sciences to criminal justice investigations. Sometimes, scientists in one field will find valuable knowledge that goes... Read More
May 15, 2025 —
Aging means accepting changes in our bodies. Sometimes changes happen quickly, due to an illness or accident. People can become disabled at any age, for a variety of reasons. But sometimes these changes happen gradually, making it difficult to recognize when extra support could improve daily life by assisting mobility and decreasing chronic pain. Some... Read More
January 16, 2025 —
In the world of healthcare and caregiving, one term has become increasingly central to how services are delivered: person-centered care. But what does it really mean? At its heart, person-centered care is about focusing on the individual—not just their diagnosis, condition, or care needs, but their values, preferences, and unique life story. This approach recognizes... Read More
January 2, 2025 —
If you’re ever skipped out on sleep, you know why it’s important. Sleep that is too short, too interrupted, or too light can cause many different symptoms that will affect your day. Not getting adequate sleep can cause short term issues like mental cloudiness, moodiness, and grogginess. For those that suffer from disordered sleep (starting... Read More
November 15, 2024 —
Medicare’s annual open enrollment period starts October 15 and runs through December 7. In this post we look at how the open enrollment period works, the options it opens up, and some things to consider when reviewing and possibly changing your Medicare choices. For any of us, things can change in ways that might affect... Read More
November 2, 2024 —
Medicare’s annual open enrollment period begins October 15 and runs through December 7. This is an important time to review available coverage options and make sure you or your loved one is getting the most out of the program. In this post we offer a broad-brush overview of Medicare. Then in our next post we’ll... Read More
March 15, 2024 —
As we journey through the various stages of life, our needs, concerns, and health considerations evolve. Aging can bring about unique challenges and require specialized care and support. However, most don’t know about these professionals until we need to interact with them. In the spirit of Sesame Street’s “The People in Your Neighborhood” segment, we... Read More
February 17, 2024 —
It may be easy to overlook vision health, especially if you’re not having any problems with your eyesight. January is Glaucoma Awareness Month which serves as an important reminder, particularly for older adults, to prioritize eye health. Glaucoma, often termed the “silent thief of sight,” can start “stealing” your vision without causing any noticeable symptoms.... Read More
March 8, 2023 —
Older adults may have a long-term primary care physician with whom they have developed a trusting relationship. But as we get older, there are many reasons why we may need to find a new doctor. After all, doctors and other care providers do retire. Patients may move or change insurance plans. Doctors can choose not... Read More
September 15, 2022 —
If you could choose where you wanted to spend your final days, where would that be? Whatever the preference or circumstances of someone who is nearing the end of their life, understanding the care setting options is key to creating a plan that helps ensure the greatest comfort for the individual and their family. At... Read More
