As we age, we can tend to focus on the negatives–all the things we are unable to do anymore. However, there is joy in growing older, and these nonagenerians prove that with the right outlook, and a little luck, age is just a number that doesn’t have to slow you down. By Sharon Jayson Wilhelmina Delco learned to swim at …

No matter the level of one’s memory loss, stage of Alzheimer’s disease, or type of dementia, human connection and communication is important to overall well-being. Communication requires patience, understanding, and good listening skills. But often, even the most well-trained or educated caregiver gets frustrated or avoids communication altogether. July is Social Wellness Awareness Month, and it’s more important than ever …

With temperatures already breaking 100° in parts of the country, the dog days of summer are here and it will only get hotter.  This raises some concern for keeping safe and cool, especially among senior citizens. Aging adults, in particular, may be at higher risk of heat-related maladies as they are less likely to sense and respond to changes in temperature. Additionally, …