Takeaways Dementia, which affects one in 10 older adults, is not a normal part of aging. Early detection and risk reduction are crucial. Recent research

Takeaways Potential changes to Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) rules, especially those concerning age-based accommodations, could make it harder for older workers (over age 50)

Takeaways Home care services offer older adults assistance with daily activities, medication management, and transportation, allowing them to age in place as an alternative to

Takeaways The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced increases to Medicare Part A and Part B premiums and deductibles for 2026. The standard

Takeaways Guardianship becomes necessary when an older adult cannot make decisions and lacks a valid power of attorney. The guardianship process can be complicated by

Takeaways Medicare open enrollment periods are a target for scammers who use deceptive tactics to steal personal information or enroll beneficiaries in unauthorized plans. Protect

Many people mistake dementia symptoms for normal aging. However, memory problems and marked cognitive decline are not considered a normal part of aging and should be assessed by a medical professional.

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A significant number of adult children are currently or expect to provide financial support to their aging parents, often leading to financial strain and debt for the adult children despite their strong sense of responsibility.
Open and early communication between older…

According to a new report published by AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving, nearly a quarter of family caregivers in the U.S. are 65 or older. Fifteen percent of them are caring for a spouse or partner.