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Open enrollment for Medicare began on October 15. Millions of seniors in Texas once again faced the challenge of finding the right Medicare coverage, including the need to decide between Original Medicare or Medicare Advantage plans. While the...

The number of travelers this Thanksgiving is expected to be the third highest in AAA forecast history. Whether traveling 20 miles or 2,000, families spending extra time with aging loved ones this season may notice changes in health, behavior, or...

Central Baptist Village (CBV), a senior living community in Norridge, Illinois, announces that Anna-Liisa LaCroix, MPH, LNHA, has been selected by its Board of Directors as its new Chief Executive Officer. She previously held the position of CBV's...

The significance of Veterans Day was met with honor at Market Street Memory Care Residence Viera last week as veterans and veteran spouses received special recognition and appreciation....

Right at Home, the 700-plus location in-home care franchise across the U.S. and five other countries, is looking to expand in Buffalo, New York with five new territories. The investment opportunity allows entrepreneurs to make a difference in their...

The holiday season is a great time to spread joy by showing your appreciation for your loved ones, especially those who are aging in place. Holidays are a great time to reflect. Take time to think about our older adults a little more and ask...

BACKGROUND:According to the Alzheimer's Association, the number of people age 65 and older with Alzheimer's is projected to reach 12.7 million by 2050. November is Alzheimer's Awareness Month, a time to explore how the disease, as well as other...

A patriotic celebration was in full swing last week at Watercrest Buena Vista Senior Living Community as veterans and veteran spouses were honored during their annual Veterans Day event. With the help of local community partners, the Watercrest team...

Vision Films announces the day-and-date US theatrical and TVOD release of the star-studded feature Our (Almost Completely True) Love Story on December 8, 2023. The "almost completely true" story is based on the courtship, relationship, and marriage...

As the holiday season gets into full swing, the trend of upcycling items can provide a way to reduce stress while producing gifts or decorative elements for the holidays, says upcycling pioneer Carol Tanzi, also known as The Goddess of Garbage....

Together Senior Health, a brain health company delivering evidence-based solutions for individuals with Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD), today announced a new strategic partnership with Rainier Health Network, a prominent Accountable...

Last week CMS has once again finalized cuts that jeopardize the financial sustainability of physician practices and the availability of essential treatments and procedures for seniors. United Specialists for Patient Access (USPA) is expressing...

The number of elderly households in Canada will increase significantly in the coming years and that will have an impact for Canada's housing market. How long will elderly households hang on to their homes before selling? How many of these households...

It's no secret that enjoying entertainment on television has changed drastically since the turn of the century. While TV screens have grown bigger and the resolution sharper, sound has deteriorated. A recent study by the New York Times found that 50%...

Working hard and saving for retirement is one thing. Being able to retire with freedom, confidence and security is another. A record number of Ohio residents are facing retirement. Ohio is on pace to become one of a handful of states that will have...

U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in health care rankings and consumer advice, today revealed the 2024 Best Nursing Homes ratings....

On Lok  is pleased to announce its 2023 Lunar New Year Campaign was selected as a category winner for the 2023 ANA Multicultural Excellence Award in the "Marketing to 55+" category....

People with arthritis who report more negative feelings about how they are aging tend to get less physical activity and perceive themselves as less healthy, according to a new study by researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) and Weill...

Curana Health is pleased to announce it will be expanding its partnership with Ciena Healthcare to bring its innovative I-SNP (Institutional Special Needs Plan) model to residents in Ciena's 31 facilities throughout Michigan. Through the new...

IlluminOss Medical, a medical device company focused on minimally invasive orthopedic fracture repair, is addressing an unmet need in the burgeoning senior population. "The latest stats from the National Osteoporosis Foundation are that as many as 2...

Caring.com, a leading senior living referral service and the nation's top site for senior care reviews, has published a recent report that examines how Gen Zers plan to care for their parents as they age. The report also shares insight into Gen Xers'...

Corporate Relocation International (CRI)...

Caring Transitions, the leader in senior relocation and transition services, continues to expand its compassionate reach across the nation with its latest location in St. Louis. Caring Transitions of Central St. Louis is owned and operated by Bob and...

Integracare Inc., the market leader in private home healthcare in Toronto and Mississauga has acquired Living Assistance Services....

Chartwell Retirement Residences ("Chartwell") has announced its results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023, which can be found on Chartwell's website at:...

Medicare's Annual Enrollment Period (AEP), which ends on December 7, can be a complicated and frustrating time for seniors and other individuals eligible for Medicare. Many find that Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplements, Part A, Part D and...

Libby's® Vegetables is teaming up with actor and cookbook author Freddie Prinze Jr. this holiday season to support Meals on Wheels America, the national leadership organization supporting community-based programs dedicated to addressing senior hunger...

The Ohio-based Pro Seniors, a non-profit organization dedicated to advice, representation and justice for seniors in Ohio, recently announced its Medicare Fraud of the Month for November, Medicare Open Enrollment Scams....

As economic conditions continue to tighten across the country, Canada's unpaid family caregivers are facing disproportionate additional monthly costs compared to non-caregivers. According to a recent survey from the Petro-Canada CareMakers...

ScamZero is a revolutionary new solution protecting seniors from falling victim to fraud, phishing, and scams. ScamZero pairs members with hands-on experts who provide online safety checks that help them stay one step ahead of scammers. In addition...

Since 2000, hard-working Americans have seen their economic stability rocked by some of the most dramatic events in the history of the financial markets, from the dot-com crash at the turn of the century to the Financial Crisis to the Covid-19...

Caring Transitions, the franchise that provides older adults and their families with the most trusted, respected and comprehensive downsizing, right-sizing, estate sales and online auctions, and move management solutions in the industry, is thrilled...

At Watercrest Buena Vista Senior Living Community, the residents are living each day as a celebration of life. The Watercrest Buena Vista team ensures that each day provides residents opportunities for engagement, socialization, learning and...

Allied Market Research published a report, titled, "Retirement Home Service Market by Type (Independent living, Assisted living, and Others), Age Group (55 to 64, 65 to 74, and 75 and above), and Gender (Men and Women): Global Opportunity Analysis...

This new report, The Future of AI and Care Work -- the Rise of the AI Caregiver -- tackles the opportunity for AI to assist with the labor shortage in the care-related industries. The report is based on interviews with experts from 25 organizations...

As Veterans Day approaches, Assisted Living Locators reaffirms its dedication to the heroes of our nation. As the nation's leading senior placement and referral franchisor, Assisted Living Locators paves a clear path for veterans transitioning from...

In a revealing study on long-term care planning, Transamerica's Extended Care Report illuminates a pressing issue facing the aging American population. The survey, involving over 1,700 individuals, demonstrates that a significant 91% of participants...

Papa, a curated platform of companionship and support for older adults and families, released today its inaugural "State of Social Health Report: A Look at Loneliness in America's Older Adults and People with...

Eldermark, the leader in senior living technology, has launched Eldermark NEXT, a comprehensive, next-generation software platform for senior living. Eldermark NEXT combines insights from thousands of customer communities with 30+ years of technology...

Clover Health and WellBe Senior Medical have teamed up to deliver home-based medical care to residents of Georgia living with multiple complex health conditions. By providing a new option for home-based medical care, Clover is helping its members...

Today, Meals on Wheels America announced a collaboration with the Fuel Rewards® program, the popular fuel loyalty program at Shell, to help tackle senior hunger during the Thanksgiving season. Through November 23, Shell ? in conjunction with PDI, the...

A 'hands-on' therapy that can feel like a deep massage has replaced major surgeries in two fields of medicine: female infertility and serious digestive problems per researchers at Clear Passage® Therapies. Following decades of research, studies show...

U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, today unveiled the 2024 Best Places to Retire in the United States. This year's list evaluated the country's 150 most populous metropolitan areas based on how well they...

One in five people is currently providing care for a loved one*, and two-thirds of all people globally will become caregivers at some point in their lives.** To address the growing needs of family caregivers, the hygiene and health company Essity is...

Welltower Inc. ("Welltower" or the "Company") announced today that it priced the public offering for the 17,500,000 shares of its common stock previously sold (the "Offering") to BofA Securities, Inc. and Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC for aggregate gross...

Caring Transitions, the leader in senior relocation and transition services, continues to expand its compassionate reach across the nation with its latest location. Caring Transitions of Friendswood is owned and operated by veteran Welton Crow and...

Brookdale Senior Living Inc. ("Brookdale" or the "Company") announced results for the quarter ended September 30, 2023. HIGHLIGHTS...

Family and others who provide care for veterans spend on average $11,500 of their personal income on out-of-pocket costs related to caregiving each year?1.5 times higher than what other family caregivers spend ($7,242), according to AARP data. And 43...

Always Best Care Senior Services caregivers around the country often see their clients experiencing winter and holiday doldrums when the daylight hours become shorter and temperatures grow colder. These teams of caring professionals, making up one of...

Nobi, a provider of innovative AgeTech solutions, today announced that Cypress Living, South Florida's most comprehensive resource for senior-living care, has selected Nobi as a trusted partner to enhance resident safety and wellness. Through the...