As our aging population grows, we are seeing more and more older adults living alone in their later years. The term Elder Orphan refers to that life situation that man…

Over the weekend, I attended a funeral for a great aunt of mine. She had loved music, and it had been a great way for her to connect with her…

A recent publication through the Aging Life Care Association uncovers the correlation between social isolation and loneliness and a higher risk of health concerns for older adults. This makes sense to…

As we grow older, our body goes through many changes. Some of those changes affect the way we metabolize and use the medications we take. It’s very important to see your…

Sometimes when I think about growing older, I worry that I may be lonely. Not having children to take care of, or a fulfilling career anymore may mean a lot…

At our staff meeting today, our care management team was talking about how many confusing terms there are out there. Many of our clients and their families are confused by…

One of the many benefits of living in a large metropolitan area like DC is that we have several excellent choices when it comes to our healthcare. In the last…

A client of mine asked me yesterday why she has to have physical therapy and occupational therapy. While the two therapies have the same goals for her (in this case…

The New Year 2018 rolled in with a blast of frigid weather. While most individuals can tolerate the cold, older adults are at risk of serious health concerns in freezing…

The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is upon us, and we think about finding the perfect gift for everyone on our list. But, what do we give to the…

What is the secret to living well into your senior years? Just ask a Centenarian. On November 7, 2017, I had the privilege of meeting with twenty individuals who had…

The holidays are upon us now and with that comes the time of year when families make trips to visit their loved ones. I often get questions from family members…