Alzheimer's Cafe Pasadena

01/19/2021

Are you thinking about retirement? There are some questions you need to ask yourself. Tell us your retirement dreams!

The obvious ones include how you will claim Social Security and whether you have enough money to retire, but there are other issues to think about as well — and some have nothing to do with money.

01/15/2021

Age-Friendly Health Systems aim to help ensure older adults have access to the geriatric care they need. They use a 4-pillar focus: What Matters, Medication, Mentation and Mobility.

PITTSFIELD — To Maura Brennan, the country’s “silver tsunami” is a good thing.

01/15/2021

By the time we're seniors, we've had plenty of time to practice good oral hygiene. The aging process and all that goes with it can impact even our best attempts to keep our smiles bright and healthy.

Poor oral hygiene can lead to health risks for seniors; medications can also impact their oral health. What can you do to maintain oral health as you age?

01/13/2021

Having a sense of purpose keeps us going. As we age, our purpose may change or we may need to find a new one. What is your purpose? What keeps you going?

Serving others is what gives life meaning. It is imperative we continue to find ways to serve the world. See aging as new ways of making a difference.

01/12/2021

Maintaining a healthy weight can help you remain active and independent in your later years. Check out this infographic for some tips to avoid “senior weight creep.”

01/11/2021

COVID-19 has changed the way we do things, and some of the changes are here to stay. What other COVID-19-related changes do you think will stick around?

Most Americans plans to use telehealth after the pandemic, according to a survey conducted by the Harris Poll. While most respondents were comfortable using virtual visits, they were also keen on keeping in-person visits with their doctor.

01/08/2021

Reminiscing is a vital process of aging and should be encouraged. Learn its many benefits and how to encourage your loved ones.

01/06/2021

A new $4.8M grant will allow researchers to examine the role genetics plays in Alzheimer's among Asian populations in the U.S. and Canada.

The grant will help researchers examine the genetics of Alzheimer's disease in Asian populations in the US and Canada.

01/05/2021

If you are a family caregiver, make caring for yourself a top goal. Add these items to your list of 2021 New Year’s resolutions.

If you are a family caregiver, make caring for yourself a top goal. So add these items to your list of 2021 New Year’s resolutions.

01/04/2021

A recent study outlines the disparities in health and resources for older LGBT adults and their straight peers.

LGBTQ older adults who are also Black, Indigenous, and People of Color reported feelings of deep alienation from the LGBTQ community.

12/29/2020

Helping a loved one manage their medications can feel daunting, but we have some tips to help with this important task.

12/28/2020

If this year has taught us anything, it's that you never know what the next emergency may be. We have some tips to help you get prepared for whatever may come next.

Emergencies of all types can occur, from health crises to natural and man-made disasters. Consider these resources on emergency preparedness any time of year.