A retirement report weighs staying near home against moving, citing healthcare, transit, family ties, housing costs and retirees’ priorities.
Should You Stay Close To Home In Retirement?
Diverse Social Activities May Help Slow Age-related Cognitive Decline
A five-survey study of 57,793 people found varied social engagement was associated with better cognitive scores over time, but cannot prove cause and effect.
How Hurricanes Affect Hospitalizations And Deaths Among Older Adults Using Electricity-dependent Medical Devices
A North Carolina study found flood exposure was associated with hospitalizations and deaths among Medicare patients relying on powered medical devices.
Caregiving Gap Grows As Women Devote More Years To Aging Adults
A University of Michigan study estimates women provide seven lifetime years of care to older adults, compared with four for men, as of 2023.
10 Best Medical Alert Systems for Seniors in 2027
Compare 10 medical alert systems for seniors, from GPS pendants to home caregiver pagers, and find the right fit for coverage, response, and daily routines.
Small Home, Big Holiday Gathering: Ways To Host After Downsizing
A Sixty and Me report outlines ways to keep holiday gatherings possible after moving to a smaller home, from flexible tables to shared rooms.
10 Medicare Part D Changes You Should Know (Part 2)
A Seniors Guide report outlines five Part D issues, including expiring premium subsidies, fewer stand-alone plans and the late-enrollment penalty.
Residential Greenery Linked To Lower Dementia Risk In Older Adults
A 16-year Swedish study found older adults with more greenery near home had a lower dementia risk, but it cannot show that greenery caused the difference.
14 Best Portable Bidets for Seniors in 2027
Compare 14 portable bidets for seniors by ease of use, water capacity, controls, and portability to find the right fit for daily care or travel.
Caregivers With Heart Disease Face High Psychological Distress Risks
A study of 792 caregivers with cardiovascular conditions linked sleep problems, physical limits and care demands with burden and psychological distress.
