The final chapter of life is deeply personal. It can be shaped by family, faith, medicine, and the wishes a person carries about dignity and comfort. Beginning September 12, 2026, some terminally ill adults in Illinois will have a new…
Millions of Americans qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid. For these “dual eligibles,” managing two separate health care programs can be confusing. A Dual Eligible Special Needs Plan (D-SNP) is a type of Medicare Advantage plan designed for people who have both…
Most people know the federal Fair Housing Act (FHA) as the law that bans housing discrimination based on race or national origin. Fewer people realize how often it is relevant for older adults. Though the FHA does not list age itself as…
Assisted living is playing a growing role in dementia care. According to a recent report from AARP, more people 85 and older now reside in assisted living than in nursing homes. Of assisted living residents, 44 percent live with Alzheimer’s disease or…
More adults in the United State, particularly those in their 50s, 60s, 70s, and 80s, are living alone than ever before. Many seniors today are choosing to age in place and maintain their independence for as long as possible, even if that…
How the Alzheimer’s Society’s “Microbes and Minds Garden” Became One of the Most Thought-Provoking Installations at the 2026 Chelsea Flower Show Every spring, a remarkable tradition unfolds on the grounds of London’s Royal Hospital Chelsea. For five days, some of…
A dementia diagnosis can feel like a door closing. But for the millions of people living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, as well as for their family members and friends, a growing movement in care is pushing back against that…
Navigating the challenges of aging can be stressful for older adults and their caregivers. Geriatric care managers support and direct older adults and their family members as they plan and arrange care. These care managers are also sometimes known as…
Rick and Mary Williams had happily lived in their home in California for 22 years but began to question whether it was the right place for them to grow old. That question sits at the heart of Senior Spaces, a new…
As we age, it is not uncommon to experience some level of cognitive decline. Cognitive decline can range from mild impairment to more severe conditions such as dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, one in nine adults is experiencing…