It’s no secret that the holidays can be rough for older adults who live alone and don’t have family members nearby. For many seniors, it can be downright depressing to spend a holiday without loved ones around. Doing something for someone in this situation, even if it is a small and simple gesture, can make […]
Continue ReadingTwo years ago, Scientific American released a startling story that took social media by storm. The story was based on a research study done on aging mice which found that delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC for short), the active ingredient in marijuana that can cause psychoactive effects and cognitive impairment, can have a positive effect on the […]
Continue ReadingBy Shawna Reeves, Director of Elder Abuse Prevention October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. As we reflect on the pain and trauma caused by domestic violence, Institute on Aging would like to make sure that older adults are not left out of this very important conversation. The National Domestic Violence Hotline defines domestic violence as […]
Continue ReadingSeptember 8 to 14 is National Suicide Prevention Week (and September is Suicide Prevention Month). It’s a time to share what we can do to prevent tragedies occurring with the ones we love and others around us. We often hear about suicide victims when they are celebrities or if they are young, but rarely do […]
Continue ReadingSunday, September 8 is National Grandparents Day—not only a time to celebrate, but a time to reflect on the importance of having grandparents. The common thought around grandparents? They are put on Earth to spoil their grandkids. However, the role of a grandparent can be so much more meaningful that providing birthday gifts and the […]
Continue ReadingPeriods of excessive heat may only happen a few times a year in the Bay Area, but when they do occur, they can put seniors 65 and older in real danger. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, individuals age 65 and older are one of the most vulnerable groups for heat-related deaths […]
Continue ReadingInstitute on Aging and its partner organizations are dedicated to helping family caregivers however they can, yet for many families, more help is needed. In a recent piece by Kaiser Health News published in the New York Times, a Bay Area couple, Gloria and Arthur Brown of San Mateo, shared their story. To anyone caring […]
Continue ReadingSan Francisco residents in need can turn to Healthy SF for affordable healthcare coverage, and if two city supervisors have their way, residents will have guaranteed mental health coverage, as well. Supervisors Hillary Ronen and Matt Haney introduced a ballot measure this week to create a program appropriately called Mental Health SF. If approved by […]
Continue ReadingMay marks Mental Health Awareness Month in the United States, and it’s important to remember that anyone can suffer from mental health issues, big and small. That includes older adults. From depression and anxiety to dementia, seniors are often expected to be stoic, to keep their mental health issues to themselves, and that’s why Mental […]
Continue ReadingIt’s no secret that as we age, we become increasingly at risk of falling, and fall-related injuries are more dangerousfor older adults. What researchers recently learned, however, is potentially significant: a definitive link between cognitive slowing and fall risk, and an opportunity to provide better care for those living with dementia. Manuel Montero-Odasso, M.D., Ph.D., […]
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