In America, age is a big deal. We are a youth-obsessed culture that is always looking for the next best thing. This can be seen in the way we talk about aging. We often use words like "elderly" or "senior citizen" to describe older adults, as if...
Imagine for a moment that you are watching your loved one slowly deteriorate. They can no longer remember your name, what they did yesterday, what to do with their keys, or even how to brush their teeth. As the disease progresses, they become more...
We all hope to live long and healthy lives. But as we age, our bodies change and we may face new challenges. This can be difficult to accept, but it's important to remember that we still have rights and choices - even as we get older. For example...
Imagine for a moment that you have been diagnosed with a chronic illness. Perhaps it's diabetes or heart disease. You know that if you don't take care of yourself, the consequences could be severe. So you diligently follow your treatment plan...
For thousands of years, humans have been aging. And as our technology has progressed, so has our understanding of aging. We now know that while chronological aging is inevitable, biological aging is not. That's why it's so important to understand...
Baby boomers have always been known for their innovative thinking and for being on the forefront of new technologies. Now, as they enter retirement, baby boomers are once again at the forefront of innovation, this time in the form of Metaverse...
As we all know, the world is changing at an alarming rate. And with that change comes new and #innovative technologies that are destined to revolutionize the way we live our lives. One such area where we see rapid transformation is in #aging and age...
Join me in conversation with Dr. Tazeen H. Rizvi, Digital Health Transformation, HealthTech Advisor & Disruptor, to discuss "How Health Technology Is Helping Older Adults Face Aging, Disease, and Disability." As we age, it becomes increasingly...
The Great Resignation has been a hot topic lately, with many people debating its pros and cons. While some see it as a way to improve their work-life balance, others worry about the impact it could have on their career. But what is the Great...
Researchers have focused on how music can benefit those with Alzheimer's. Anecdotal evidence shows that music can tap memories and reduce anxiety, pain, heart rate, and blood pressure. It can help accelerate healing, boost learning, improve...
As our population ages, it's more important than ever to consider the impact of active aging, brain health, senior living, and affordable housing on the aging population. Active aging is a lifestyle approach that emphasizes involvement in physical...
You know that you should be eating better, but it's hard to know where to start. Nutrition is one of the most important factors in maintaining a healthy lifestyle, but it can also be one of the most confusing. The baby boomer generation is entering...
Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases are two of the world's most common neurological disorders. Alzheimer's affects approximately 6.2 million people, while Parkinson's affects nearly 10 million, according to the World Health Organization. These...
The Baby Boomer generation is known for being ambitious, hard-working, and eager to take risks. As such, they are well-positioned to invest in early-stage venture capital and alternative investment firms. These firms are often looking for...
Sitting Is the New Smoking. Stand Up for Your Health! For years, we've been told that smoking is bad for our health. We know it increases our risk of lung cancer, heart disease, and other serious illnesses. But what about sitting? According to...
Yuen Yung – Retirement Investing: How to Create Multi-generation Wealth with Multifamily Real Estate
In today's world, it's more important than ever to think about retirement investing. With traditional pensions becoming increasingly rare, and social security benefits failing to keep pace with the cost of living, retirees are facing greater...
Dementia is a growing epidemic that affects individuals and families around the world. Despite the billions of dollars funneled into biomedical research, we still don't have a cure for Alzheimer's. In fact, it's becoming increasingly clear that...
As a society, we are living longer due to better living and health care. While reaching old age is something to be thankful for, there are several challenges facing the seniors that we should all be aware of. We don't realize how much we can help...
Before the pandemic, the idea of aging in place was becoming more popular. Some baby boomers are now wary of nursing homes, where at least one-third of U.S. Covid-19 deaths have occurred, so they are interested in aging in place. The trend is making...
Retirement planning is intimidating, and it's hard to know where to start. Do you feel like you're behind? Are you worried that it's too late to save for retirement? The fact is, there's no one right answer when it comes to how much you need to save...
When it comes to aging in America, there are many issues that seniors face. These include brain health/ dementia, to a broad spectrum of issues to affordable housing with services. You should also know what type of retirement community best suits...
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder that is rapidly overtaking Alzheimer's disease as the most common. Its a progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects movement and can lead to tremors, slowness of movement...
With the aging of baby boomers, senior housing has become a hot topic. Many people are concerned about how they will pay for their parents' care while also saving money and planning for retirement. There is no easy answer to this question, but we...
With the elderly, a fast-growing demographic in the U.S., senior housing issues are taking center stage. The rising cost of living, limited options, chronic health problems, and inaccessibility caused by decreased mobility are just some of the...
The inclusion of Home Care services in Medicare Advantage plans has doubled from '21 to '22. This means that more seniors are receiving care at home, which is a positive trend for senior living communities and In-Home Care providers. Join me in a...
Caregiving can be an incredibly rewarding experience, but it’s also one of the most challenging. It takes a lot of time and energy to care for another person, especially if they have special needs or are elderly. The last thing you want is to feel...
Do you feel like your brain is constantly in overdrive? You’re not alone. We live in a world of constant stimulation, and it takes its toll on our brains. This can have some adverse effects on seniors if they don't have proper mental wellness. With...
Do you feel like your brain is constantly in overdrive? You’re not alone. We live in a world of constant stimulation, and it takes its toll on our brains. This can have some adverse effects on seniors if they don't have proper mental wellness. With...
Most of us have our own ideas about what senior living communities are like. Some believe that senior living community is interchangeable with the term nursing home but they are in fact two very different options for seniors. While many leading...
The generation gap is real. And it poses challenges for leaders in the workplace, especially when working with different age groups of employees who have very different perspectives on how to approach their careers and responsibilities at work. This...
