Successful Aging: What you need to know about caregiving
The month of November is National Caregiving Month. Caregiving is an equal opportunity phenomenon. According to former first lady...
How to get help for an aging family member when you live far away
Q. I am very concerned about my mother. She is having memory problems, no longer can drive and can easily forget to turn off the stove....
Successful Aging: What is a geriatrician, and how do I know if I need one?
Q. I am concerned about my father who is 83 years old. He is sometimes forgetful and confused, unsteady on his feet, sleeps a lot and...
Successful Aging: How to fight ageism and change outdated attitudes
Dear readers, This week we continue our conversation about ageism. Various movements, publications and initiatives are helping the...
Successful Aging: Help! My 88-year-old aunt won’t accept our assistance over the holidays
Q. My 88-year-old aunt has hosted holiday dinners for many years. This year, she once again decided to have the family Thanksgiving...
Successful Aging: What you need to know about family caregivers
Q. I enjoy reading your informative column but there is one point you are missing. How about aging senior citizens in our mid- to...