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Less Pain, More Gain: Expanding Psychological Treatments for Chronic Pain
, Policy & RegulationMany Americans, especially older ones, seek ways to manage their chronic pain. An article in a recent issue of Psychological Science in the Public Interest…
Read MoreStaying Late at Work: The Aging Workforce & How Employers Are Adapting
, Policy & RegulationThe American workforce is aging and employers are beginning to adapt. A recent article utilized a series of national surveys and workshops with human resources…
Read MoreReady or Not: An Investigation of States’ Pandemic Regulations for Assisted Living
, Policy & RegulationIn light of the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers investigated assisted living’s preparedness for the outbreak by reviewing state regulations that had been established by the end…
Read MoreTo Some Degree: Perspectives on IADL Care Responsibility Linked to Education Level
, Policy & RegulationAttitudes among the general public can influence social policies. A recent study sought to understand how educational attainment relates to attitudes about who should be…
Read MoreLost Wages & Reduced Earning: The Future Costs of Caregiving
, Policy & RegulationAs the population of older adults with functional limitations grows, the number of family caregivers is expected to increase as well. A recent study explores…
Read MoreRevitalize & Reauthorize: Strengthening the Older Americans Act
, Policy & RegulationThe Older Americans Act, established in 1965 as a source of federal funding for services to support older adults’ independence, is up for reauthorization. Aging…
Read MoreMeaning Maker: Are Aging Policies Effective for Older Adults’ Meaningful Participation?
, Policy & RegulationA recent study aims to shed light on common themes of aging policies that may be counterproductive. The investigators analyzed 11 policies on meaningful participation…
Read MoreBack to School: Addressing Our Workforce Challenge at the University Level
, Policy & RegulationInspiring the next generation of workers to join the aging services field is a significant obstacle for many organizations. A recent Seniors Housing & Care…
Read MoreA “Dementia Boom” Is Coming: Here’s What We Can Do to Prepare
, Policy & RegulationAn article from the 2018 issue of Seniors Housing & Care Journal examined the coming challenge of providing adequate care for the growing number of…
Read MoreThe High Cost of Ageism: Calculating Health Care Expenses Associated with Ageism
, Policy & RegulationIn an effort to influence international policy change to reduce ageism, a recent study investigated the health care costs of ageism in the US. Using…
Read MorePrivacy Policies: Considerations for Smart Home Technology in Senior Living
, Policy & RegulationWhat are the implications of smart home technology within senior living residences on residents’ privacy? Tech products developed to help identify health problems or maintain…
Read MoreTRENDING NOW: Social Media Trending as Platform for Fighting Ageism
, Policy & RegulationThe California government’s Commission on Aging is joining the fight against ageism and unrealistic portrayals of aging. As part of their “Hollywood Takes: On Aging”…
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