After three decades in the same home, your parents have made the decision to downsize. The house that once buzzed with family activity, hosted countless holidays, and served as the backdrop for so many memories now feels too big, too much to maintain, or perhaps no longer suits their changing needs. If your parents are…
It’s no surprise that many older adults want to stay in the place they know best as they grow older – their home. But for families, figuring out how to make that happen can come with a lot of questions. How do we keep Mom safe? What if Dad needs more help down the road?…
For many, the word “retirement” brings up familiar images: quiet days filled with leisurely hobbies, a slower pace of life, perhaps finally settling into a rocking chair. This picture, while appealing in some ways, often feels like it’s from another era. Because increasingly, retirement isn’t about slowing down and stepping back. Today, we’re seeing a…
As Older Americans Month continues, we have a valuable opportunity to consider how we support older adults in our society. The theme, “flipping the script on aging,” is all about moving beyond stereotypes towards a more positive view of aging. And while these discussions often focus on individual actions, building age-friendly communities requires a broader…
When you hear the word ‘aging,’ what’s the first image that comes to mind? Often, our society paints aging with strokes of decline – slowing down, limitations, and perhaps even frailty. But this May, as we celebrate Older Americans Month, it’s time for a change. The theme for Older Americans Month 2025, ‘Flipping the Script…
Memory cafes have been around since the late 1990s, quietly making a difference in the lives of those affected by dementia. But it’s only recently that these valuable resources have begun to receive the recognition they deserve. As we’ve explored in previous posts, memory cafes offer so many benefits, providing connection and engagement for individuals…
Memory loss never affects just one person – it ripples outwards, impacting families, friends, and entire communities. It can be heartbreaking to watch someone you love struggle with dementia, and it can be equally challenging to navigate the experience yourself. As we’ve talked about before, memory cafes offer a lifeline for those affected by memory…
There was a time not so long ago when a diagnosis of dementia meant facing a future filled with fear, uncertainty, and a sense of loss. Thankfully, we’ve come a long way in understanding how to support individuals with memory loss and their families. While there’s still much to learn and adapt, our society is…
Watching a loved one struggle with memory loss is a heartbreaking experience. It can feel like you’re losing bits and pieces of them, and it’s hard to know how to help. Maybe your once-gregarious mom now shies away from social gatherings, worried about forgetting names or repeating herself. Simple pleasures like going out for a…
The world is getting older! With advancements in healthcare and a growing understanding of healthy aging, the number of older adults is steadily increasing. This means our communities are becoming more and more diverse, with seniors from all walks of life. We have people from different cultures, different backgrounds, and with different experiences – and…
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