Raging in Place

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  • Algoma University students recently completed a study tour of Denmark and Norway, examining Scandinavian practices designed to create age-friendly communities. The research, focused on innovative approaches to aging, has implications for global populations, including the aging Generation X demographic. The…

  • Easing Home Care: EzLift Bed Offers Free Shipping on Advanced Home Hospital Beds The landscape of home healthcare is evolving. EzLift Bed’s recent announcement offers free continental U.S. shipping on their innovative home hospital beds. This is a significant step…

  • Dr. Benton has co-authored a book on Virtual Reality and its use in the treatment of serious illnesses.  Virtual reality (VR), once primarily associated with immersive gaming experiences, is now making significant strides in the healthcare sector, offering innovative solutions…

  • VINE Faith in Action, a local nonprofit, will adjust programs. State funding cuts and expired COVID-19 relief funds caused a 51% reduction in Aging Well at Home program funds. The Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging (MNRAAA) decreased its support.…

  • New Jersey has allocated $2.2 million. The funds will support age-friendly communities. Officials announced the initiative. It aims to enhance life for older residents. The focus is on accessibility, inclusion, and support. The New Jersey Department of Human Services is…

  • Technology offers solutions for those seeking to age in place, maintaining independence while addressing safety concerns. A recent CNET article, “Best Smart Home and Security Devices for Aging in Place,” details several devices designed to provide security and peace of…

  • Navigating Cognitive Changes USC’s Groundbreaking Research on Women’s Aging Aging presents significant cognitive health challenges, particularly for women navigating midlife. Recent developments indicate a pivotal advancement in addressing these concerns. Researchers at the University of Southern California (USC) have secured…

  • New Jersey has expanded its Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program, aiming to ease the financial burden of prescription medications for aging residents. The move comes as health care costs continue to rise, impacting those on fixed incomes. The program assists…

  • The recent article from the Chronicle-Tribune, “The Aging of America,” reveals a significant demographic shift. Our nation is aging. Baby boomers are growing older. Birth rates are steady. The median age of the U.S. population is rising. This shift creates…

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