I'm a California girl, born and raised here, with an abiding interest in health issues and particularly, healthy aging. I have always loved working with older people, probably because I had this amazing grandmother. She taught me so much about life, balance, how to be your own
New Report Reveals Ever Increasing Risk Of Elder Financial Fraud
Financial exploitation of your aging parents remains an increasing risk. Public education is not stopping it, but families can do much to prevent or stop these scams.
How Chronic Diseases In Aging Parents Affect Adult Children
Boomers may not be as healthy as their parents were at the same age. This points to the need for long term care. The burden can fall on family to give that care.
What Does It Take To Maintain Aging Parents’ Independence?
Aging takes its toll, and can threaten independence. Help can become an essential tool to allow elders to remain at home. This is a real-life example for one elder.
Dementia Prevention Strategies Everyone Can Try
We can't currently cure or stop dementia but we are likely to be able to prevent it, or reduce our risk. Experts offer tips on how to do it. Start small, keep going
Nightmare: Mentally Ill Family Member Terrorizing Aging Parents
A mentally ill family member can wreak havoc with aging parents. Families are often reluctant to take legal action to protect vulnerable elders.