10 Evidence-Based Tips to Prevent Senior Falls and Stay Independent Did you know that one in five falls among older adults results in serious injury—such as a broken bone or head trauma? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), these injuries can drastically affect a senior’s ability to live independently and perform
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Updated CMS Guidance on Nursing Home Visitation During COVID-19 The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued revised guidance for nursing home visitation, easing restrictions while maintaining safety. Now, visits are allowed for reasons beyond urgent end-of-life situations, and in some cases, physical contact is permitted. Communal activities and dining can resume as
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Living Alone in Your 50s and 60s Raises Dementia Risk by 30% More aging Americans are choosing to age in place—staying in their longtime homes and familiar communities. For many, this means living alone. According to Pew Research, older adults in the U.S. are more likely to live alone than seniors in any other country.
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What Is Elder Law? An elder law attorney, or Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA), serves as a legal advocate for aging adults and their loved ones. Elder law addresses a wide range of issues that directly affect older or disabled individuals, including: Guardianship and conservatorship Retirement planning Advance health care directives Long-term care planning Social
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Helping Seniors Avoid Loneliness While Social Distancing Social distancing and public health restrictions, though vital for protecting vulnerable populations, have had an unintended consequence — increasing isolation and loneliness among seniors. For many older adults living alone or in long-term care facilities, the loss of social interaction can lead to serious emotional and physical effects.
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