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Investing in the Longevity Economy: How an Aging America is Reshaping Opportunities
The United States is experiencing a significant demographic shift: the population is aging. This trend, highlighted in a recent Barron’s article, is forging a substantial “longevity economy” that presents numerous investment opportunities. As baby boomers advance in age and life…
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The Silent Rise of Caregiving: How Generation X is Increasingly Stepping Up for Aging Parents
The Growing Role of Gen X in Caring for Aging Parents A recent study from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and the University of Michigan’s Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation shows a notable trend. The number of…
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TPC Habitat Program Supports Local Home Maintenance
For those of us navigating the joys of homeownership as we approach a certain milestone (let’s just call it peak earning years with a side of creaky knees), the realities of maintaining a house can become… well, more real. Luckily,…
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Aging in Place Strategy Powers Serenbe’s $1.7 Billion Expansion
A significant residential expansion is underway at Serenbe, a luxury community southwest of Atlanta, with a distinct focus on catering to older buyers seeking to “age in place.” Developer Steve Nygren, known for his previous ventures in the Atlanta restaurant…
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Excellent PBS Documentary “Aging in America: Survive or Thrive”
A new PBS documentary, “Aging in America: Survive or Thrive,” narrated by Martin Sheen, takes a timely look at the realities of growing older in the United States. Inspired by Dr. Robert Butler’s Pulitzer Prize-winning 1975 book, “Why Survive? Being…
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The Growing Demands of Dementia Care: A Challenge for Families
A recent report highlights the increasing strain on families as the demand for dementia care rises. The surge in individuals living with dementia is placing significant pressure on family members who often step into the role of primary caregivers. This…
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The Robots Are Coming… To Help Us Age?
Alright, let’s talk about getting older. We know, it’s not everyone’s favorite topic. But as time undeniably marches on, we find ourselves firmly in the Generation X demographic. This makes issues around aged care and independence less abstract. They become…
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Trump Changes to Medicaid – What Possible CalAIM Changes Means for Midlife Californians
California’s healthcare system is changing significantly. This is due to CalAIM, the state’s large initiative to reform Medi-Cal. The program can seem complex. This is especially true for those in midlife, perhaps caring for aging parents. Still, understanding its main…
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Could a Sleeping Pill Offer Clues in the Fight Against Alzheimer’s?
A Glimmer of Hope in the Night? Common Sleeping Pill Shows Promise Against Alzheimer’s Proteins For many in Generation X, the future health landscape, particularly concerning cognitive decline like Alzheimer’s disease, is an increasingly relevant, if not unsettling, consideration. As…
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Pierce County Human Services Offers Free Events Focused on Community Well-being and Preparedness
Pierce County Human Services is hosting free events in May. These events celebrate Community Action Month and Older Americans Month. They feature resource fairs and screenings of the documentary “Cooked: Survival by Zip Code.” These gatherings aim to connect residents…
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