Updated June 2025 In recent years, unpleasant members of society have felt emboldened to express their hostility to members of different races, ethnicities, and gender identity groups. Many believe that the rapid rise in hate crimes is at least partially attributable to political leaders who polarize constituents in the interest of retaining their own political […]
Alzheimer’s disease usually affects people over the age of 65. By the age of 80, one in six people have acquired the condition. As they struggle to meet the needs of aging relatives who suffer from dementia, caregivers naturally worry about their own risk of acquiring Alzheimer’s or some other disease that erodes memory. It’s […]
Updated March 2025 Family caregivers are motivated by love. They donate their time, often sacrificing income to meet the needs of older or disabled family members. They provide free meals and shelter to family members who share their homes. They transport their relatives to doctor’s appointments. They dig into their savings to pay for uninsured […]
Grandparents often have a special relationship with their grandchildren. A child who resents parental authority — and what child doesn’t? — may bond with a grandparent who provides love and attention while leaving discipline and rule enforcement to the child’s parents. Grandparents, in turn, enjoy spending time with (and perhaps shaping) a new generation within […]
Not all aging veterans are eligible to receive benefits from the Veterans Administration. Unless an older veteran has a service-related disability, veterans generally receive the same government benefits as other Americans, including Social Security and Medicare. Disabilities that are not service-related might make veterans eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), […]
Updated April 2025 The pandemic forced the medical community to find new ways to deliver services to vulnerable populations. Social distancing and mask wearing provided a level of protection for patients, but time spent in waiting rooms or riding in public transportation enhanced the risk of being exposed to the virus. The medical industry responded […]
Updated April 2025 The pandemic caused millions of workers to lose their jobs. From restaurant employees to flight attendants, from teachers to travel agents, employees who worked in industries that could not operate because of social distancing rules were sent home. While layoffs disproportionately affected low-wage workers in service occupations, nearly every industry was affected […]
Most caregivers are relatives of aging or disabled family members. They almost always work without compensation, apart from gaining the satisfaction of knowing that they are making a difference in the life of someone they love. About 53 million Americans function as a family caregiver. Roughly 21% of family caregivers report that their own health […]
Holidays are a time when families come together. They can also be stressful for a family that hosts a holiday dinner. At some point, that burden often shifts from older relatives to a younger generation. Relieved of the obligation to entertain, aging relatives can relax and enjoy the gathering. The younger generation can take advantage […]
Updated March 2025 A writer for Forbes argued that the media needs to start “addressing the workplace ism that’s been ignored for years — ageism.” As the American population continues to age, recognizing and responding to ageism will become increasingly important — and not just in the workplace. Ageism in Employment It is unlawful to discriminate […]