Marty Reiswig’s family has history of a rare, inherited form of early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. The 36-year-old could undergo tests to learn if he will also get the disease, but he has chosen not to. “Becoming closer and closer to the age of onset is kind of like a huge storm …
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Aging2.0 #30in30in30 | Sacramento Pitch Event Sacramento is one of the 30 cities in the world selected for this event. Aging 2.0 is looking for new inovations to improve the lives of older adults. Join us to vote on which company has what it takes to move on to the next …
Seniors who keep working appear healthier than those who quit the workforce, new research suggests. The study of more than 83,000 Americans 65 and older found that being unemployed or retired was associated with the greatest risk of poor health, even after taking into account predictors such as smoking and …
What are the secrets to a long life and healthy aging? Who better to ask than some of the oldest among us: centenarians, who have topped the age of 100. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, about 84,000 centenarians currently live in the United States and the number continues to …
The Secrets to Longevity: Tips from Centenarians Read More »
Live Well at Home by Eskaton is the Event Sponsor! You are cordially invited to attend an event of wine, hors d’oeuvres and classical artistic composition to benefit the needs of Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease and their caregivers! Featuring: Carol Chuang Music Trio, Julian Haladus-Henke and Tristin Haladus-Henke When: …
Del Oro Caregiver Resource Center’s Champagne Concerto Read More »
Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group: General information about this support group: Open to all family members and caregivers of those caring for, or involved with, individuals suffering from Alzheimer’s and Alzheimer’s type dementias. No need to call first; just show up. This support group is a free community offering of …
Once you have made the decision to provide your loved one with in-home care, the next step is to decide between hiring a private caregiver or a professional caregiver employed by a home care agency like Live Well at Home. For many, knowing that an agency is handling the financial, …
Every day, millions of family caregivers, nurses, home care professionals and other healthcare providers serve with compassion and focused skill in countless homes across the country. November is Home Care and Hospice Month when all Americans are encouraged to honor these men and women who selflessly offer health support, security …
