How Tech Is Helping More People Age at Home
Americans are living longer, and the vast majority would prefer to age in their own home and community. But there are challenges and costs associated with maintaining that independence. From apps to devices and wearables, healthcare technology is helping more people age in place. Nearly 11,000 people turn 65 each day in the United States. The Census Bureau projects the annual number to nearly double from 52 million in 2018 to 95 million by 2060. Not surprisingly, 9 out of 10
Grandparenting During a Pandemic
ACCORDING TO A RECENT survey by GrandkidsMatter, 42% of grandparents say their relationship with their grandchildren has stayed the same during the pandemic. Meanwhile, 31% said it became stronger, and 27% reported that it became weaker. Is there a playbook for grandparenting during a pandemic? We seem to be writing a new one. I know this personally, having three kids with six grandchildren, all long distances away. According to the study, grandparents' physical health, menta
Home Health Insiders Sound Off on the 2020 Election
The ongoing expansion of Medicare Advantage (MA), a federal minimum-wage hike and additional support for front-line health care workers during the COVID-19 public health emergency. These are just a few of the industry-shaping topics that home health insiders are following going into Election Day this Tuesday. While each presidential election is important, 2020 will help set the trajectory of U.S. health care policy for years to come. No matter who wins between President Donal
Exercise intensity doesn't affect mortality risk for older adults, study finds
Recent studies have highlighted the benefits associated with older consumers exercising regularly, as being more active in later life has been linked with improvements to brain function and vision. Now, a new study has explored how workouts of varying levels of intensity can affect older consumers’ lifespans. According to the findings, having an exercise routine of any kind is beneficial for consumers’ longevity, and intensity doesn’t play a role in mortality risk. Benefits o
