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Articles in Senior Living
Apr 2012 |
Calling All Performers!
Do you love to sing? This is the perfect opportunity for you to get back on stage.
Mar 2012 |
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute: Learning Opportunities For Older Adults
One of the joys of aging is the freedom to pursue learning for learning sake.
Mar 2012 |
Elinor Miller: Aging In Place on The North Shore
“The older Elinor becomes, the younger she gets,” said Kathy Brock, ABC-7 co-anchor.
Jan 2012 |
Nominate Someone Age 60+ For Purpose Prize
Five inspiring people will win the 2012 Purpose Prize—and $100,000 each—for improving their communities and the world.
Nov 2011 |
How Do I Tell Mom To Stop Driving?
Or, it could be your father, a sibling or another older adult who you fear has become an unsafe driver.
Oct 2011 |
Reducing Alzheimer’s Risk
People who drink alcohol moderately have a 23% reduction in their risk for contracting Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.
Sep 2011 |
Tech Solutions Help Older Adults
Who can ever forget the “I’ve fallen but I can’t get up!” TV spot advertising a panic button for seniors.
Jul 2011 |
Role Models for Positive Aging
Getting older is more than the years that pass … it’s a journey.
Jul 2011 |
Role Models for Positive Aging: Marion Balcerzak
The last place an older adult wants to live is in a large rambling home—alone.
Jul 2011 |
Role Models for Positive Aging: Ruth Marcus
Ruth Marcus has an engaging smile and personality that seems to draw people in.
Jul 2011 |
Advice for the Ages
We spoke with older adults and asked them to look back and offer advice to their younger selves.
Jul 2011 |
When Will I Be Ready? Considering the Move to Senior Living
When mom and dad reach their later 70s to 80s they may not be ready to leave their home or make changes to their lifestyle.
Jun 2011 |
A Long Journey: In Her 80s and Making a New Home
Helen Kim’s journey to The King Home in Evanston has taken many fascinating twists and turns.
Jun 2011 |
Keeping Seniors Cool in the Heat
As the temperature continues to climb this week, play it safe by staying in the shade and staying hydrated.
Jun 2011 |
Super Senior Day Celebrates 51 Honorees
North Shore Senior Center, Vi at The Glen, HCR ManorCare, and Whitehall of Deerfield joined with other organizations to celebrate the 38th Annual Super Senior Day.
Mar 2011 |
Fitness for the Ages
There are 25 steps up to the Tru Fit Personal Training Studio in Evanston.
Feb 2011 |
The Future of Senior Living
“I plan to live in my home for the rest of my life,” says Evanston resident Alan Lieberman.
Jan 2011 |
Caregiving Options for Older Adults
No matter what their health circumstances, older adults will never choose to leave the comfort and familiarity of their home and move to an assisted living or nursing care community.
Dec 2010 |
Easy Ways to Support Finding a Cure for Alzheimer’s
Many Alzheimer’s patients can’t advocate for themselves—so we need to do it for them.
Dec 2010 |
3 Things To Know About Alzheimer’s Now
Alzheimer’s turned my grandma Reva into a shell of the warm, kind person she once was.
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