Preparing for Flu Season
Prevention, care and what to do if you get it
Preparing for flu season should be at the top of your to-do list because Flu (influenza) season is upon us!...
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Navigating Hearing Loss and Hearing Aids
Sage Aging Podcast Episode 79
Watch on YouTube Hearing loss is more common than you might think, especially among older adults. In fact, did you...
Dementia and Eating Out
A Stress-Free Guide for Caregivers
Being a caregiver for someone with dementia can be both rewarding and challenging. One of the joys of caregiving is...
Alzheimer’s Warning Signs
And Must-Ask Questions for Your Physician
Brief Overview of Alzheimer’s Disease Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. It is...
Understanding Dementia and the Importance of Communication Dementia is the impaired ability to remember, think, or make decisions that interfere with...
Sundowning in Dementia
Coping Strategies for Caregivers
If you’re caring for a loved one with dementia, you know how challenging sundowning can be. Sundowning, or late-day confusion...
Geriatric Health Care
What it is and who provides it
As we age, our health needs change, which is why geriatric health care is an essential component of senior care....
Vision Loss in Older Adults
Helping your loved one cope
The Stats Older adults are particularly at risk for vision loss. The World Health Organization (WHO) says about 253 million...
Decoding Medicare
Sage Aging Podcast Episode 73
Decoding Medicare isn’t necessarily easy, but it’s not as difficult as you may think when you understand the basics. With...
Managing Chronic Medical Conditions
Sage Aging Podcast Episode 71
Managing chronic medical conditions is something most of us will have to do at one point or another. In this...
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Help when you need it
What is 988? The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline) offers 24/7 call, text, and...
Checklist: Ace Your Next Dr. Appointment
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Preparation is key To ace your next doctor appointment, you’ll need to be prepared. That sounds like it should be...