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Facebook Posts – October 7, 2024 **NEW**
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: After your death, who takes care of your pet?; ageism in online images is on the decline; Samuel L. Jackson at 75; baby boomers worry about ageism in the office.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Medicare Open Enrollment – Part 1 **NEW**
Type: Article; 589 words
Description: short backgrounder on MC open enrollment period, with further particulars offered in companion piece, Part II
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise, illuminAge.com, with information from The U.S. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services, 2024
Facebook Posts – September 30, 2024
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: Kathy Bates talks ageism; when to update your will; who saves when multiple generations live under one roof?; music as medicine.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Fall is Vaccine Season
Type: Article; 436 words
Description: CDC and FDA Flu and COVID-19 vaccine updates and reminders
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Facebook Posts – September 23, 2024
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: Chair yoga is not just for older people; things to prevent cognitive decline; life coaches vs. therapists; best grab bars.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
How Aging Life Care Managers Support Older Adults, No Matter Where They Live
Type: Article; 565 words
Description: Aging life care managers can support older adults through many of life’s transition.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Facebook Posts – September 16, 2024
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: What is a life review?; older runner finds community; better eye health to prevent dementia; FTC warns about phishing scams.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Mobile Apps for Family Caregivers
Type: Article; 615 words
Description: Being a family caregiver can be a challenging but rewarding role, and finding the right technology can make a world of difference in managing the complex responsibilities of caregiving.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Facebook Posts – September 9, 2024
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: Aging farmers fear the nursing home; a TikTok hospice nurse wants to demystify death; a filmmaker explores the complexities of euthanasia; “coaching” can’t replace mental health care.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Make a Plan for Firearm Safety
Type: Article; 588 words
Description: A new tool could help gun owners and their family members make responsible and informed decisions about firearm safety.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Facebook Posts – September 3, 2024
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: Free COVID tests return; understanding a DNR; don’t let “gymtimidation” stop you from strength training; ways to keep scammers away.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Safe Driving for Older Adults
Type: Article; 597 words
Description: A new study suggests Medicare should cover driving evaluations for older adults.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Facebook Posts – August 26, 2024
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: Medicare negotiated prices on 10 drugs; pet ownership linked to improved mental health; gratitude may help you quit smoking; the perks of being a long-distance grandparent.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Self-Care for the Family Caregiver
Type: Article; 337 words
Description: Self-care tips for caregivers
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Facebook Posts – August 19, 2024
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: Scientist say we age in “bursts” at two specific ages; health benefits of chair yoga; experts worry about the growing “step-gap” in elder care; use the Olympics to inspire your own fitness journey.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Managing Incontinence
Type: Article; 637 words
Description: Tips to help family caregivers deal with a loved one’s urinary incontinence.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Secrets to a Good Night’s Sleep
Type: Article; 560 words
Description: Sleep is a vital component of overall health. Here are some tips to improve sleep quality.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Facebook Posts – August 12, 2024
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: Disaster prep for caregivers; blood tests for Alzheimer’s; a national plan on aging; how much alcohol is safe?
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Facebook Posts – August 5, 2024
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: Understanding terminal lucidity; hospital-acquired infections are on the rise; how to shop for long-term care insurance; how to move on from a productive career.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Dealing with Challenging Alzheimer’s Behavior
Type: Article; 590 words
Description: Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or other dementia can be both rewarding and challenging. It helps to have strategies ready to deal with some of the more challenging behaviors that may come up.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
Facebook Posts – July 29, 2024
Type: Four Facebook posts with links out to resources.
Description: Understanding why some seniors are hesitant to retire; CDC warns of a listeria outbreak; medical devices during a power outages; how pets help with healthy aging.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise
What Older Adults Should Know About New Weight Loss Drugs
Type: Article; 617 words
Description: Many people, under their doctor’s guidance, use lifestyle changes to improve their health and physical fitness. Another option for weight loss is a new medication called semaglutide.
Source: IlluminAge AgeWise