Janis Sayer
Bingo! Playing Games Associated with Higher Late-Life Cognitive Function
Some intellectual activities are associated with better cognitive function among older adults, but the effects of playing games has been unclear. Researchers recently analyzed longitudinal…
There’s an App for That: Mobile Health Apps Help Older Adults Manage Their Health
New research suggests using mobile health applications helps older adults manage their health. The researchers analyzed data from a mail-in survey of 1,864 smartphone and…
TRENDING NOW: Working the Gig Economy after 50—Fun or Financially Necessary?
The New York Times reports a trend where older adults are working in nontraditional settings such as driving services. Estimates from various sources indicate that…
Who’s Who in Today’s Assisted Living/Nursing Home Workforce
The assisted living and direct care workforce is evolving. A recent study identifies important demographic shifts that may help guide recruitment efforts. Using data from…
Glass Half Full: Optimism Linked to Long-Term Health
Expecting good things to happen may prove true when it comes to health. A recent study examining the relationship between dispositional optimism and healthy aging…
Yesterday’s Actions Impact Today’s Cognition Differently for Older Men & Women
New research suggests the leisure activities older adults engaged in before age 40 can have a very different impact on their cognitive health, depending on…
Help at Home: Can Home Modifications Reduce Older Adults’ Need for Caregiving?
Housing design can influence someone’s ability to live independently. A recent study sought to better understand how home modification affects the caregiving needs of older…
TRENDING NOW: The Llama Will See You Now
Animal therapy has become quite common, especially around college campuses, hospitals, and Life Plan Communities. The mention of animal therapy might elicit mental images of…
Social Butterflies & Couch Potatoes: How Older Adults’ Health Is Affected by Their Partner’s Activities
Recent research examined the activities of older couples to understand the link between activities and health, with a focus on the relationship between partner activities…
High-Speed Connection: Online Social Networks Ease Depression in Older Adults with Pain
Dealing with pain can be a significant barrier to staying socially active, but there may be other options for socializing beyond in-person contact that can…
Space Exploration: How Nursing Homes Utilize Space to Improve Person-Centered Care
Newly constructed buildings often incorporate the latest design trends to better support resident wellness, leaving older buildings apparently limited in their ability to do this.…
Care Recipient Q&A on Preferences Reveals Surprising Answers
Are older adults receiving the type of long-term services and supports (LTSS) they want? A recent study examines whether LTSS preferences match the care arrangements…
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