I and many of my friends and relatives are caring for elderly individuals we’re close to. All around me, I see how challenging it is—even for those who are otherwise fully “engaged” patients and family members—to manage the abundance of clinicians, pharmacies, service organizations, assisted living facilities, and so on. It’s a big job to […]
Home dialysis for older adults will become more common in the years ahead, experts predict — but not without overcoming significant challenges. By 2025, the Trump administration wants 80% of people newly diagnosed with kidney failure to receive home dialysis or kidney transplants, according to an executive order issued in July. Currently, more than 85% […]
Editor’s note: This week’s post describes a program that helps frail seniors live healthier for longer at home. “Community Aging in Place — Advancing Better Living for Elders” helps by removing practical barriers to everyday activities so seniors can engage in daily life and health-related activities and safely age in place. Occupational therapists, carpenters and […]