Alcohol and Older Adults: Understanding the Risks Today, most older adults understand the risks and consume alcohol responsibly, but aging changes the way our bodies respond to that use. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration...
The Americans with Disabilities Act and Its Lasting Impact on Seniors When President George H. W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) into law on July 26, 1990, he could not have known how personally meaningful it would become. Decades later, as he...
Depression in Seniors: Understanding the Signs and Finding Support Retirement, health changes, and shifts in family dynamics can make later life rewarding yet challenging. Many older adults share that they feel less connected, especially after children move away or...
Quit Smoking for Older Adults: Why It’s Never Too Late The decision to quit smoking for older adults is one of the best choices you can make for your health, no matter your age. According to Smokefree.gov, within just 20 minutes of your last cigarette, your heart rate...
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the most common eye conditions among older adults and a leading cause of vision loss. AMD affects the macula, which is a small but vital spot near the center of the retina responsible for sharp, central vision. When the...
Understanding Age Discrimination: Legal Protections and Why the Workplace Matters Age Discrimination (Ageism) is stereotyping or discrimination against individuals based on their age, and often outdated clichés in advertising or offhand remarks from colleagues or...
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