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In the “World Values Survey” analyzed by the World Health Organization, 60 percent of respondents reported that older people are not respected. The lowest levels of respect came from the highest income countries. With more people working past 65 – by need or by choice – is pervasive ageism impacting their ability to find a job and succeed in it? To help us wort it out is aging expert Anthony Cirillo.The post Ageism – My Segment on Charlotte Today appeared first on The Aging Experience.
In the “World Values Survey” analyzed by the World Health Organization, 60 percent of respondents reported that older people are not respected. The lowest levels of respect came from the highest income countries. With more people working past 65 – by need or by choice – is pervasive ageism impacting their ability to find a job and succeed in it? To help us wort it out is aging expert Anthony Cirillo.The post Ageism – My Segment on Charlotte Today appeared first on The Aging Experience.
More older adults are staying on the road than ever before, but they also at greater risk. There are almost 50 million drivers in the United States over 65, a 68% increase from 2000. Here to help us through this issue is friend of the show and aging expert Anthony Cirillo.The post Seniors and Driving – My Segment on Charlotte Today appeared first on The Aging Experience.
More older adults are staying on the road than ever before, but they also at greater risk. There are almost 50 million drivers in the United States over 65, a 68% increase from 2000. Here to help us through this issue is friend of the show and aging expert Anthony Cirillo.The post Seniors and Driving – My Segment on Charlotte Today appeared first on The Aging Experience.
Older loved ones are often the hardest to buy for during the holidays. And as they downsize, what they don’t need are more impractical things. Aging expert Anthony Cirillo joined Charlotte Today to talk to us about practical gifts and to change our ideas of what a gift could be. Seniors want gifts that are practical. One idea is gift cards for restaurants they love! This is something that will definitely get used and doesn’t add any clutter around the house. Another practical gift idea is something that helps out around the house. Something like a Roomba vacuum can be super helpful to their daily life. Also things that help keep them healthy and happy are always a good option. The holidays can be rough for many seniors, so it is important to show them that you love them and appreciate them. You can find Anthony Cirillo online at sagestream.live or at theagingexperience.com.
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Older loved ones are often the hardest to buy for during the holidays. And as they downsize, what they don’t need are more impractical things. Aging expert Anthony Cirillo joined Charlotte Today to talk to us about practical gifts and to change our ideas of what a gift could be. Seniors want gifts that are practical. One idea is gift cards for restaurants they love! This is something that will definitely get used and doesn’t add any clutter around the house. Another practical gift idea is something that helps out around the house. Something like a Roomba vacuum can be super helpful to their daily life. Also things that help keep them healthy and happy are always a good option. The holidays can be rough for many seniors, so it is important to show them that you love them and appreciate them. You can find Anthony Cirillo online at sagestream.live or at theagingexperience.com.
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Traveling post-pandemic is at an all-time high. Traveling as you age comes with challenges. Add on a spate of natural disasters and you have a recipe for a spoiled vacation. If you are going on a trip or maybe traveling with older loved ones, it is essential to be prepared. Here to help us sort it out is friend of the show and aging expert Anthony Cirillo.
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Traveling post-pandemic is at an all-time high. Traveling as you age comes with challenges. Add on a spate of natural disasters and you have a recipe for a spoiled vacation. If you are going on a trip or maybe traveling with older loved ones, it is essential to be prepared. Here to help us sort it out is friend of the show and aging expert Anthony Cirillo.
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The American Seniors Housing Association reports senior bullying occurs in every independent living community, assisted living or nursing home. In fact 10-20% of seniors have experienced some type of aggression. So what should you watch out for and what can you do? I discuss on Charlotte Today.
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The American Seniors Housing Association reports senior bullying occurs in every independent living community, assisted living or nursing home. In fact 10-20% of seniors have experienced some type of aggression. So what should you watch out for and what can you do? I discuss on Charlotte Today.
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Being Alone vs Feeling LonelyUnited States Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy released a new Surgeon General Advisory calling attention to the public health crisis of loneliness, isolation, and lack of connection in our country. Even before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, approximately half of U.S. adults reported experiencing measurable levels of loneliness. Loneliness among our older adults is an epidemic. Here to talk more about it is friend of the show and aging expert Anthony Cirillo.
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Being Alone vs Feeling LonelyUnited States Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy released a new Surgeon General Advisory calling attention to the public health crisis of loneliness, isolation, and lack of connection in our country. Even before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, approximately half of U.S. adults reported experiencing measurable levels of loneliness. Loneliness among our older adults is an epidemic. Here to talk more about it is friend of the show and aging expert Anthony Cirillo.
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Granny Cams in Senior LivingSeniors of Urban Living is pushing North Carolina state lawmakers to sponsor a bill allowing families to monitor their loved ones in nursing home facilities electronically. That typically means installing a camera or Granny Cam. That is fraught with implications.
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Granny Cams in Senior LivingSeniors of Urban Living is pushing North Carolina state lawmakers to sponsor a bill allowing families to monitor their loved ones in nursing home facilities electronically. That typically means installing a camera or Granny Cam. That is fraught with implications.
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Sage Stream – Livestream Interactive Senior EntertainmentWe understand that as a family caregiver you may struggle to keep mom or dad engaged and that you need your own respite.
We know that as an executive in senior care, you are experiencing high turnover making it harder to provide consistent and quality activities.
We can help!
As a health plan or provider, we can move the conversation beyond social determinants of health to social prescribing. In turn, that will provide a non-pharmalogic solution to health conditions, improve the quality of life for patients and family caregivers, and decrease health care costs.
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Sage Stream – Livestream Interactive Senior EntertainmentWe understand that as a family caregiver you may struggle to keep mom or dad engaged and that you need your own respite.
We know that as an executive in senior care, you are experiencing high turnover making it harder to provide consistent and quality activities.
We can help!
As a health plan or provider, we can move the conversation beyond social determinants of health to social prescribing. In turn, that will provide a non-pharmalogic solution to health conditions, improve the quality of life for patients and family caregivers, and decrease health care costs.
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Myths About AgingAs we make resolutions for the New Year, seniors should keep in mind that myths about aging might hinder their ability to make good, purposeful resolutions. What are those myths? Aging expert Anthony Cirillo is here to discuss and answer the myths concerning seniors.
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Myths About AgingAs we make resolutions for the New Year, seniors should keep in mind that myths about aging might hinder their ability to make good, purposeful resolutions. What are those myths? Aging expert Anthony Cirillo is here to discuss and answer the myths concerning seniors.
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Resolutions for SeniorsResolutions give purpose because essentially they provide goals to achieve. That helps you live longer. Studies have shown that purpose is more indicative of longevity than gender, race, or education. More important than decreasing risk of death than drinking, smoking, or exercising regularly.
We need to think deeper about our resolutions and the actions we take around them. So much has changed over the last few years – political divides, financial pressures – that people, I know my wife and I did, started questioning everything. The nature of relationships changed. We realized how much we missed family. It’s a good time to step back. What happened for us is that we realized how great our life was and how grateful we were. I have been with a lot of older adults and have observed eight traits that contribute to them having a quality of life. Gratefulness is at the top of the list.
The other things also point to resolutions and goals you can set. Move naturally. People in Blue Zones, where it has been shown that people live to much older ages than the rest of the world, don’t set exercise goals. They just build movement into their day, achieving the same thing we sweat at the gym to do. Set a goal to be more physically active. If you want, join a dance class or exercise class. Just move. Part and parcel to that is to be eating healthier in the New Year. Laugh more. Laughter has almost the same benefits as exercise and ignites that same chemical reaction in your body. Boost your brain – lifelong learning is key to aging with quality. Having a hobby can help with that. Taking a class in person or online can help too. Reading more can help as well. Social isolation is an epidemic among older adults. 36% of those 55+ live alone. If you are one of them then find ways to break the isolation, perhaps volunteering. And if you are not one of those people, find those who are isolated and strike up a friendship. Finally, having a great attitude can do so much to help you. Meditation, nature walks – these can help you become more centered, grounded, grateful and feeling better about life.
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Resolutions for SeniorsResolutions give purpose because essentially they provide goals to achieve. That helps you live longer. Studies have shown that purpose is more indicative of longevity than gender, race, or education. More important than decreasing risk of death than drinking, smoking, or exercising regularly.
We need to think deeper about our resolutions and the actions we take around them. So much has changed over the last few years – political divides, financial pressures – that people, I know my wife and I did, started questioning everything. The nature of relationships changed. We realized how much we missed family. It’s a good time to step back. What happened for us is that we realized how great our life was and how grateful we were. I have been with a lot of older adults and have observed eight traits that contribute to them having a quality of life. Gratefulness is at the top of the list.
The other things also point to resolutions and goals you can set. Move naturally. People in Blue Zones, where it has been shown that people live to much older ages than the rest of the world, don’t set exercise goals. They just build movement into their day, achieving the same thing we sweat at the gym to do. Set a goal to be more physically active. If you want, join a dance class or exercise class. Just move. Part and parcel to that is to be eating healthier in the New Year. Laugh more. Laughter has almost the same benefits as exercise and ignites that same chemical reaction in your body. Boost your brain – lifelong learning is key to aging with quality. Having a hobby can help with that. Taking a class in person or online can help too. Reading more can help as well. Social isolation is an epidemic among older adults. 36% of those 55+ live alone. If you are one of them then find ways to break the isolation, perhaps volunteering. And if you are not one of those people, find those who are isolated and strike up a friendship. Finally, having a great attitude can do so much to help you. Meditation, nature walks – these can help you become more centered, grounded, grateful and feeling better about life.
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Senior VotingIt’s important that everyone votes but why is it especially important for older people.
Because issues may get swept under the rug like: Social Security, Medicare, Medical Research, Protecting older Americans from abuse, neglect, fraud; Paying for long-term care; Age discrimination; Paid family leave?
What do people need to know when it comes to voting in NC?
a. Federal courts repealed the voter ID requirement. Same-day registration during one-stop early voting is available.
b. The absentee vote is the best & recommended way to vote. Request a form from the NC State Board of Elections. Last day November 1.
c. If you are a blind or visually impaired voter, you may request, mark, and return an accessible absentee ballot online through the N.C. Absentee Ballot Portal. (https://votebymail.ncsbe.gov/app/home)
d. A multipartisan assistance team, or “MAT,” is a group appointed by a county board of elections to assist with mail-in absentee voting and other services to voters living at facilities such as hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes. www.ncsbe.gov under voting, help for voters with disabilities
e. If you can get to the polls, early voting is the best way to avoid the lines and commotion. It started on the 20th and ends November 5th.
What is a person has a disability but can still make it to the polls?
a. Contact county Board of Elections. Ask about accessibility of your polling place. Rite to request another permanent polling place in advance of the election if yours is inaccessible.
b. People with disabilities have a protected right to vote. A poll worker is not allowed to offer assistance – you have to ask for it. You can ask for assistance from any person w some exceptions.
c. You can also remain in a car and vote. A poll worker will bring the ballot to you. Still have to take your turn. How can I get a ride to the polls? a. Mecklenburg County Coalition – Early Voting. Request transport using this online form.
b. Local churches
c. Lyft is providing 50% off on rideshares, bikes, and scooters on November 8, 2022. Lyft is also donating free and heavily discounted ride codes to nonprofit partners, like the League of Women Voters, the National Federation of the Blind, and the National Council of Aging, d. Uber usually follows suit.
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Senior Voting It’s important that everyone votes but why is it especially important for older people. Because issues may get swept under the rug like: Social Security, Medicare, Medical Research, Protecting older Americans from abuse, neglect, fraud; Paying for long-term care; Age discrimination; Paid family leave? What do people need to know when it comes to voting in NC? a. Federal courts repealed the voter ID requirement. Same-day registration during one-stop early voting is available. b. The absentee vote is the best & recommended way to vote. Request a form from the NC State Board of Elections. Last day November 1. c. If you are a blind or visually impaired voter, you may request, mark, and return an accessible absentee ballot online through the N.C. Absentee Ballot Portal. (https://votebymail.ncsbe.gov/app/home) d. A multipartisan assistance team, or “MAT,” is a group appointed by a county board of elections to assist with mail-in absentee voting and other services to voters living at facilities such as hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes. www.ncsbe.gov under voting, help for voters with disabilities e. If you can get to the polls, early voting is the best way to avoid the lines and commotion. It started on the 20th and ends November 5th. What is a person has a disability but can still make it to the polls? a. Contact county Board of Elections. Ask about accessibility of your polling place. Rite to request another permanent polling place in advance of the election if yours is inaccessible. b. People […]
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Non-Pharma Ways to Ward Off Dementia As rates of dementia, including Alzheimer’s rises, the sad news is that promising drug treatments have ultimately proven to be a false hope as clinical trials have repeatedly showed little impact of their effectiveness. So how can we hold dementia at bay without pharmaceuticals? I discuss on Charlotte Today.
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Non-Pharma Ways to Ward Off Dementia As rates of dementia, including Alzheimer’s rises, the sad news is that promising drug treatments have ultimately proven to be a false hope as clinical trials have repeatedly showed little impact of their effectiveness. So how can we hold dementia at bay without pharmaceuticals? I discuss on Charlotte Today.
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Traveling with Seniors Older people are itching to get back out and travel again. According to AARP’s 2022 Travel Trends report, 66 percent of people over age 70 anticipate going somewhere this year. If you are going on a trip or maybe traveling with older loved ones, it is essential to be prepared. I cover the essentials about traveling with seniors on Charlotte Today answering these questions. 1. How can we know whether a senior is capable of handling a trip especially if it is an extended one or far away? 2. So your loved one can make a trip, how do you start planning? 3. So we have the travel down. How do we choose where to go and how do we travel in the Covid-era?
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Traveling with Seniors Older people are itching to get back out and travel again. According to AARP’s 2022 Travel Trends report, 66 percent of people over age 70 anticipate going somewhere this year. If you are going on a trip or maybe traveling with older loved ones, it is essential to be prepared. I cover the essentials about traveling with seniors on Charlotte Today answering these questions. 1. How can we know whether a senior is capable of handling a trip especially if it is an extended one or far away? 2. So your loved one can make a trip, how do you start planning? 3. So we have the travel down. How do we choose where to go and how do we travel in the Covid-era?
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Challenging Conversations About Aging Having a conversation about preparing for aging can be challenging. Whether talking to other family members or mom and dad, topics like finances, legal issues, estate planning, living situations, care and treatment plans are tough. Yet, the sooner you have them, the better. I talk about these four things on Charlotte Today. 1. When is the best time to have these conversations? 2. So we covered the when, so where do you start? 3. How do you have these conversations? 4. Many times caregivers are alone in this. If there are siblings, how do you get them involved?
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Challenging Conversations About Aging Having a conversation about preparing for aging can be challenging. Whether talking to other family members or mom and dad, topics like finances, legal issues, estate planning, living situations, care and treatment plans are tough. Yet, the sooner you have them, the better. I talk about these four things on Charlotte Today. 1. When is the best time to have these conversations? 2. So we covered the when, so where do you start? 3. How do you have these conversations? 4. Many times caregivers are alone in this. If there are siblings, how do you get them involved?
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Becoming Your Own Health Advocate Healthcare staffing is experiencing a pandemic of its own. Hospitals and long-term care are understaffed and people continue to resign as they look for new career options. With so much uncertainty in healthcare, the patient experience suffers and people often fall through the cracks. That is especially true for older people and also why it is more important than ever to learn how to be a health advocate for your healthcare. Here to help us is health and aging expert Anthony Cirillo. It important more important today to be a health advocate for your health care. Many people delayed healthcare during Covid-19 and now that things are easing up, there is an uptick in people seeking care. Combine that with an influx of people moving to the area and staffing at historical lows and you can see the dilemma. Often providers are rushed and care can suffer. Obamacare has withstood the challenges and has led to more people being insured and therefore utilizing the health care system. That is generally a good thing. On the other hand, the removal of a mandate to buy insurance can lead to misuse of the health system, for example, using the emergency department as a primary care office. When that happens the patient experience deteriorates too. Here is where you should start in being a health advocate. Realize there are two aspects to our healthcare – the care itself and the cost of care. Let’s start with the first. Advocating […]
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Becoming Your Own Health Advocate Healthcare staffing is experiencing a pandemic of its own. Hospitals and long-term care are understaffed and people continue to resign as they look for new career options. With so much uncertainty in healthcare, the patient experience suffers and people often fall through the cracks. That is especially true for older people and also why it is more important than ever to learn how to be a health advocate for your healthcare. Here to help us is health and aging expert Anthony Cirillo. It important more important today to be a health advocate for your health care. Many people delayed healthcare during Covid-19 and now that things are easing up, there is an uptick in people seeking care. Combine that with an influx of people moving to the area and staffing at historical lows and you can see the dilemma. Often providers are rushed and care can suffer. Obamacare has withstood the challenges and has led to more people being insured and therefore utilizing the health care system. That is generally a good thing. On the other hand, the removal of a mandate to buy insurance can lead to misuse of the health system, for example, using the emergency department as a primary care office. When that happens the patient experience deteriorates too. Here is where you should start in being a health advocate. Realize there are two aspects to our healthcare – the care itself and the cost of care. Let’s start with the first. Advocating […]
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Technology and Older Adults Each chapter of the COVID Pandemic has driven usage of personal digital tech and services among older generations to all-time highs. But as users become increasingly more dependent on tech to break from isolation, the digital divide between those ‘comfortable with’ and those ‘new to’ it becomes increasingly more apparent. While some view touch screens and products like Netflix as intuitive, many regularly face steep learning curves. Getting comfortable with tech today no doubt pays dividends tomorrow, to decrease the anxiety for those less familiar, while getting them to use tech more frequently, be sure not to abandon them after gifting them a new gadget or gizmo.
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Caregiver Support Services There are 50 million family caregivers in the U.S. That number is probably low considering that many people became caregivers for the first time during Covid. The number of caregiver support services arising to assist family caregivers has also risen. A simple add-on to employee benefit programs have been bundled programs that offer everything from personal concierge services to financial guidance to referral services. Depending on what is offered, these services can be valuable or conversely, be confusing and drain your limited time and energy. I help sort it out on Charlotte Today.
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Choosing Long-Term Care Based on Emergency Preparedness – Charlotte Today Louisiana officials recently revoked the licenses of seven nursing homes that evacuated patients to a warehouse where seven of them died ahead of Hurricane Ida’s landfall. Hurricane Katrina should have been the warning shot when it comes to emergency preparedness in care homes. Unfortunately, that has not been the case. So what should you look for when evaluating a place in terms of the ability to handle emergencies. Aging Expert Anthony Cirillo has this advice. Families have many things to consider when choosing care for a loved one. Certainly in this new age, questions such as vaccination rates among staff and mandatory vaccinations are on the table. In light of the increased frequency of dangerous storms, it is important to consider emergency preparedness as an item to evaluate too. Here are some things to consider. Does the facility have an emergency plan in writing that you can review? Are staff and residents trained for the plan and how often is it updated? Is the facility in a flood or fire zone? How is the plan communicated to residents and families? Ask to see state inspection reports for emergency preparedness. What is their shelter in place plan? How do they handle power outages, temperature fluctuations, oxygen and life support systems, medication refrigeration? What is their evacuation plan? Where will they go? How will they get there? That last item is very important. During an emergency, a facility may ask you to […]
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Maximizing the Capabilities of a Loved One with Dementia – Charlotte Today We often think of people with dementia, especially those with Alzheimer’s, as mostly dependent on others and incapable. Is that really the case? With forethought, caregivers can identify tasks that their loved one can do. Maximizing their capability benefits everyone. And it keeps disease progression at bay. I cover this on Charlotte Today using principles from Carol Amos, author of “H.O.P.E. for the Alzheimer’s Journey. She says the caregiver’s role is to fulfill the needs of their loved one that the loved one cannot do for themselves. She worked proactively to slow the decline of their mother’s dementia to maximize her ability to care for herself. Scheduling regular doctor appointments. Receiving vaccinations and age appropriate health screenings. The family carefully weighed the risk and benefits of any medical procedure. It is important to receive a proper diagnosis as they will rule out other causes of the symptoms such as vitamin deficiencies, hormone imbalance, medication overload, depression, or even sleep apnea.
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Caregiver Envy – My Segment on Charlotte Today People who care for family members and other people may be seen as selfless and unselfish, but you may not know that they may be struggling with feelings of envy. Caregiver envy os a real thing.. Oftentimes people are thrust into a that position without even volunteering for the job. Resentment may ensue because some of the liberties and freedoms they once enjoyed are now replaced by caring for someone else. For example, seeing people holding hands and walking in the park may spark flames of jealousy. Having to meet the demands of parents who may be sicker or have disabilities more severe than their friends may arouse feelings of envy. Or maybe the caregiver had to give up a job to watch and care for love ones may cause deep seeds of envy. The underline causes of envy are natural. These thoughts can pop up at any time. So what should you do if you have these feelings? Accept that you may feel this way. Second, think about what your losing in a relationship where dementia is taking the person memories away. Third, focus on your grief and sorrow of loss relationships. Finally, letting go of guilty feelings and coming to terms with your situation will allow you to invite friends back into your life. There is a bright side to care giving. Be proud of the fact that you have done something worthwhile and amazing; taking care of someone who […]
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Alleviating Social Isolation – My Segment on Charlotte Today – 07/15/21 The pandemic caused social isolation for so many of us over the past 17 months, but it was especially hard on our seniors. So how are they doing now that things are opening back up and how can we all help them? Aging expert Anthony Cirillo has some suggestions to help our senior population. First, how widespread is this isolation and what impact does it have on people? At least 30% of all seniors are not vaccinated and at least 8 million older people live alone. The AARP Foundation and the United Health Foundation conducted a study, which found that two-thirds of U.S. adults report experiencing social isolation and more than half agree that the COVID-19 pandemic has caused their anxiety level to increase. Studies have found that social isolation can be worse for one’s health than obesity, and the health risks are equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. The bottom line is older people feel socially isolated. Cirillo says “that this is impacting your love one in several ways.” The AARP Foundation has a tool Connect2Affect (connect2affect.org) that offers an assessment test to determine whether you or loved ones are at risk. It asks questions like: Do you participate in social activities or organized groups at least once a week? Do you see or talk to a family member or a friend at least once a week? Under normal circumstances, do you ever have trouble finding transportation […]
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Sibling Rivalry and Caregiving Issues – I Discuss on Charlotte Today Family disputes over elderly parents are more common when multiple children are interested and involved in caregiving. Adult children may be wondering how to protect the money of elderly parents from a financially dependent brother or sister. Relationship tensions may escalate if an adult child living with parents becomes overbearing or controlling. One sibling may be taking on the load and not receiving help. How do you juggle these responsibilities and tensions? I discuss on Charlotte Today.
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First Time Grandparents When shutdowns began in the United States back in March, there were murmurs of the baby boom that would materialize. All that free time for cohabitating couples surely would result in overflowing maternity units come December, the speculation went. In December we saw the first pandemic babies born. And while there are no national statistics, some maternity units in the U.S. have reported a 30% increase in births. Certainly there were new babies created. First time parents. And yes, first time grandparents. So what are some things new grandparents should know? Watch and/or listen to my Charlotte Today interview. And during Covid, here are some tips for grandparents:
- If you can visit do but take the precautions. We did spend a lot of time with our grandkids during the holidays in PA. But we had a Covid test before we left and quarantined at our mountain house before engaging.
- If you can’t visit then make the most of video calls to get to know them.
- Of course if you are a brand new grandparent, chances are the end of the pandemic could coincide to the time when it just gets to be fun – six to nine months in. *Be patient.*
- No matter your ability to interact now, think about what a gift grandchildren are at this particular place in time. They give us hope for the future in a world that often seems dark and hopeless. They remind us of what really matters. Spend time with your grandchildren and you will remember what matters most.
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Dotting the I’s and Crossing the T’s. Legal Strategies to Protect Yourself and a Loved One – Wendy Witt – https://amillionfamilies.org In this podcast, Wendy Witt will teach you how to protect yourself and your loved ones while navigating caregiving and long-term care issues. Estate planning, ethical wills, power of attorney – these are but a few of the topics Wendy will cover.
With a mission to protect a million families with law, legacy, loot – and love, Wendy Witt, JD is the founder of a Million Families.org, a social enterprise focused on families like yours.
Why found a Million Families.org? Because as an estate planning lawyer, Wendy could protect, say, a thousand families. As a legal marketing consultant, she can help protect hundreds of thousands of families. Through a Million Families.org and outreach to good folks like you, Wendy will help protect a million families and we want yours to be one of them.
In 1999, while Wendy was pregnant with her third child, she researched estate planning so that she could protect her own family (from an “undesirable” relative…do you have any of those?). Anyway, Wendy had to protect her babies – and – once she knew how to do that, she also knew she had to help you protect your family as well. So, she joined the estate planning law firm (where she did her own planning) and practiced estate planning and elder law for 15+ years, protecting families like yours.
As a leader in the estate planning community, Wendy has mentored over 8,000 estate planning and elder law attorneys, empowering them to protect more families.
Yes, Wendy admit she’s a lawyer, but don’t let that stop you from liking her. She and her lawyer friends and are the good guys – all day, they focus on helping folks like you protect your families. That’s why we do what we do.
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Rewriting the Aging Script – From Surviving to Thriving with Dr. Maria Zayas It is critical to navigate our elder years with conscious intention. The positive aging movement has focused on processes of self-discovery and transformation to clear patterns that sabotage us. Caregiving provides an opportunity to review our lives and significant relationships from a standpoint of care and compassion. You will learn how to transform an experience of surviving into an experience of thriving.
Dr. Maria Zayas has been a licensed psychologist for almost thirty years. She earned her doctorate in psychology at Columbia University in New York City, and has received advanced training in a number of holistic health modalities over the years. In addition to being a practicing psychologist, Dr. Zayas is a faculty member of the Psychology Department at Brenau University in Gainesville, Georgia, where she teaches in the undergraduate and graduate psychology programs and conducts research to enhance scientific knowledge and practical application in the areas of integrative health and well-being. She is also a certified yoga teacher and a HeartMath trainer, mentor, and clinical practitioner. Her clinical practice focuses on supporting people as they move through life transitions by helping them understand and update personal patterns to empower a new level of awareness, choice and authentic self-expression.
As the number of individuals who live long and productive lives increases, it becomes critical to navigate the elder years with conscious intention, both for personal well-being and satisfaction, as well as for the sake of bringing the collective wisdom of the that generation into a world that sorely needs support from wise elders. Following in the tradition of indigenous cultures, who revere and employ the gifts of their elders, the positive aging movement has focused on moving through social and psychological processes of self-discovery and transformation to clear habitual patterns of thought and action that sabotage our full creative expression in the world, whether mental, emotional, physical or spiritual. Consciously exploring those patterns and the countless issues we have faced over a lifetime releases a wealth of energy that can then be used for living in joy and productive expression, making it possible to release obstacles to self-realization and move into a new creative space. Nowhere is that more important than in our role as caregiver, an opportunity which provides us with a vehicle for reviewing our lives and significant relationships from a standpoint of care and compassion. By engaging in the possibilities of this rite of passage, we can transform an experience of surviving into an experience of thriving. Join Dr. Maria Zayas for this informative podcast.
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A New Twist on New Year’s Resolutions – Charlotte Today
New Year’s Resolution’s are not just for the young. 2020 gave people a lot of time to think about life and what is important. So as we look at 2021 what should we know and what has changed? Let’s start by reminding our viewers why it is important to have these as you age. Resolutions give purpose because essentially they provide goals to achieve. That helps you live longer. Studies have shown that purpose is more indicative of longevity than gender, race, or education. It’s more important than decreasing risk of death than drinking, smoking, or exercising. In fact, Rush University studies show that having purpose will make you less likely to develop Alzheimer’s.
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