Tag Archive for: aging

Is It Time to Stop Driving?

You may reach a point where it’s no longer safe to drive—or you may need to have this difficult conversation with your parent.

How to Use Social Media and Smartphones Safely as an Older Adult

There are pros and cons to using social media and smartphones as older adults. Learn how to navigate these tools safely.

Tools to Help You Live at Home Longer

Most of us want to live in our home as long as we can as we age. Finding and using the right tools can help you do that.

There Are Options Before a Nursing Home

Before you start worrying about needing a nursing home for a loved one, there are a lot of options you can explore.

Journalist Natalie Morales Uses Platform to Fight Alzheimer’s

A Q&A with Natalie Morales, an Alzheimer’s disease advocate inspired by her mother-in-law, Kay Rhodes.

UsAgainstAlzheimer’s Tackles Alzheimer’s Disease Challenges

A Q&A with UsAgainstAlzheimer’s COO Russ Paulsen, about the funding fight, early detection and caregiving challenges.

Alzheimer’s Disease: New Drugs & Research Discoveries

Let’s explore what causes Alzheimer’s disease—and new drugs and promising research that can improve treatment.

Why Are Women at a Greater Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease?

Nearly 2/3 of Americans with Alzheimer’s are women. The exact cause is unknown, but there are several contributing factors.

Exercise Can Help Delay Dementia

Exercise has been studied more than other preventive methods. Endless studies show the positive power of physical activity to reduce the risk of dementia from any cause.

8 Ways to ‘Exercise’ Your Brain

As we age, the need to keep our brains healthy becomes more important than ever before. Try a few of these (mostly fun) ways to take care of your brain!