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BY JIM MILLER | November 28, 2024 at 11:16 a.m.

Improving Dementia Care in Washington Care Communities

The project helped Washington state communities that care for people with dementia use a set of recommendations from the Alzheimer’s Association known as the Dementia Practice Care Recommendations

Five Steps to Take Before Year End to Help Protect Against Fraud

In today’s digital age, we probably often ask ourselves “What can I do to further protect myself and my family from fraud and scams?”

Refining Strategies for Forgiveness May Improve Well-Being

The latest studies are showing that practicing forgiveness may boost mental health and well-being

It Takes More than Love to Care for a Loved One

November is National Family Caregivers Month -- check out these community resources

How SSI Benefits Can Help Struggling Seniors and the Disabled

"What are the eligibility requirements for seniors?"

Medical Minutes

This month's Medical Minute feature discusses the long-term health benefits of gratitude, and new degree programs in Health, Aging and Society

COVID 19 News Update

“We know that this virus is most likely to cause severe illness in the oldest people, with people over age 75 accounting for nearly half of all COVID-19 hospitalizations..."

How to Arrange Your Own Cremation Service

"I would like to arrange a simple cremation that doesn’t cost me, or my family, a lot of money"

Roctogenarians: Late-in-Life Triumphs

Mo Rocca has trained his focus on recognizing the great work of older adults who make incredible contributions late in life

How to Find a Cheaper Medicare Prescription Drug Plan

"My Part D premium is increasing again in 2025, so I would like to use the fall open enrollment to find and sign up for a cheaper plan"

Adopting Diets Tailored to Your Body and Age

Older adults need plenty of nutrients but fewer calories, so make every bite count

Medicare Open Enrollment

Medicare’s Open Enrollment period is October 15 to December 7

Women urged to screen for breast cancer at earlier age

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Do You Have an Emergency Digital Access Plan?

Even people who think that they have a small digital footprint are astonished at the actual number of online accounts they have accumulated