Articles about Senior Living
Mason Alexander and his wife Frances spend each and every day together – sharing breakfasts, taking short walks, chatting about family and friends, holding hands, watching TV. They have lived at the Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community on James Island, near Charleston, since 2004. But they haven’t lived together since January. Mason resides in the … Read more
Parkinson’s disease is a debilitating malady, cursing its victims with a variety of issues ranging from involuntary movement to difficulty walking to troubling changes in speaking and handwriting. And though most Parkinson’s patients are taking medication, many of them also are fighting back – literally, in some cases – through exercise and rehab programs and … Read more
Overmedication, or polypharmacy, as the more technical term is known, can be a problem for some seniors. Generally, overmedication is considered to be using five or more medications daily, with the possibility that not all of them may be necessary. The reasons for overmedication are numerous and can be as simple as seeing multiple doctors … Read more
Social isolation among seniors is a growing issue with potentially devastating outcomes, not just for seniors themselves but also for their families and friends. With an increasing aging population, it’s more important than ever to leverage the tools at our disposal to increase the meaningful connection in the lives of those we care about. In … Read more
The population of aging adults in the United States is growing at an eye-opening rate, bringing to the forefront the issue of care for seniors. In 2010, the Federal Interagency Forum on Aging-Related Statistics estimated 40 million people in the United States – 13% of the population – were over 65, and by 2030 that … Read more
When it comes to senior care, especially for someone living with a form of dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, finding the right place with trusted and highly-trained caregivers can be a challenge. While there are many senior care facilities in the area, choosing the best option can be a daunting task for families. Teresa Hamlett, director … Read more