COVID-19 and Ageism: Twin Crises Facing Older Adults
Coronavirus: Isolate the Elderly was the message on a freeway sign I passed twice each day as I commuted to work at a busy medical center. I worked in a Geropsychiatry Outpatient…
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How to Avoid Awkward Conversations by Assuming Rapport
Image by kalandrakas. Assuming rapport is one of the simplest and most effective social-skills strategies I’ve encountered. It’s easy to forget, especially when you feel nervous before a meeting or a conversation.…
Racism’s Impact on African American Seniors: Care Tips
Recent killings of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and George Floyd have renewed national attention on racial injustice and its devastating toll on Black lives. These events have also highlighted longstanding inequities in…
130 Forgiveness Quotes to Finally Let Go of Hurt and Anger
Below is a carefully selected collection of 130 forgiveness quotes gathered over the years to inspire healing, encourage letting go, and help you move forward. These quotes can support you in releasing…
How to Cope with Grief and Bereavement During COVID-19
Over the past few weeks many listeners and readers have reached out to share stories of loss. People have written to tell me that an aging parent, an older sister‑in‑law, a cousin,…
How to Stay Safe in Assisted Living During a Pandemic
We have all seen images and heard stories of older adults confined in long-term care communities during the pandemic: family members speaking through windows, a granddaughter showing an engagement ring through glass,…
Psychology of Aging Podcast: Cognitive Aging Research & Stories
Did you know that people aged 65 and older are the fastest-growing demographic in the United States? Between 2011 and 2030, an average of 10,000 Americans turn 65 each day. Every day…
Caregiver Support Resources: Find Local and Online Help
If you are caring for an older adult and recent changes—like the temporary closure of senior centers, adult day programs, and limited access to medical offices—have disrupted your routine, you may be…
How Older Adults Can Stay Connected While Social Distancing
Because COVID-19 poses a higher risk to adults over 60, many older adults are choosing to self-isolate or are currently under lockdown in long-term care and skilled nursing communities. Social distancing…
How to Keep Older Adults Connected During COVID-19
With COVID-19 affecting adults aged 60 and older more severely than younger groups, many older adults are choosing to self-isolate or are on lockdown in long-term care and skilled nursing communities. While…
