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Getting dressed should feel simple, comfortable, and familiar. But as people get older, clothing needs often change. Mobility may be more limited, balance can become less steady, and small tasks like …

Getting dressed shou…

Getting dressed should feel simple, comfortable, and familiar. But as people get older, clothing needs often change. Mobility may be more limited, balance can become less steady, and small tasks like buttoning a shirt or pulling on pants can take more effort than they used to. So what do senior citizen men wear? And what do senior citizen women wear? The short answer is that most seniors wear clothing that feels comfortable, easy to manage, and appropriate for their daily routine. That might mean soft pull-on pants, easy-to-button shirts, non-slip socks, roomy cardigans, or adaptive clothing d…

As we age, our bodies change, and so do our clothing needs. For seniors, getting dressed can become a challenging task due to limited mobility, dexterity issues, and various medical conditions. That's…

As we age, our bodie…

As we age, our bodies change, and so do our clothing needs. For seniors, getting dressed can become a challenging task due to limited mobility, dexterity issues, and various medical conditions. That's where adaptive clothing comes in to save the day (and your fashion game)! In this article, we'll explore the incredible benefits of adaptive clothing for seniors and why it's a game-changer. 1. Enhanced Comfort and Ease of Dressing Let's face it - comfort is key, especially for our beloved seniors. Adaptive clothing is designed with their comfort in mind, offering features that make dressing a br…

When you think of fashion, you probably imagine runway models, trendy outfits, and bold accessories. But what if adaptive fashion could also be functional? That's where adaptive clothing comes in. Th…

When you think of fa…

When you think of fashion, you probably imagine runway models, trendy outfits, and bold accessories. But what if adaptive fashion could also be functional? That's where adaptive clothing comes in. This innovative style of clothing has a rich history, with its roots in providing comfort and ease of use for individuals with disabilities. Today, adaptive clothing has evolved to be both practical and fashionable, revolutionizing the way we think about inclusivity in the fashion industry. The Early Days of Adaptive Clothing The concept of adaptive clothing can be traced back many centuries. In anc…

Over the past year, we’ve been fortunate to speak with a wide range of Experts in the caregiving world. From executive directors at care communities, to gerontologists, family caregivers, and even s…

Over the past year, …

Over the past year, we’ve been fortunate to speak with a wide range of experts in the caregiving world. From executive directors at care communities, to gerontologists, family caregivers, and even some living with dementia. Many of them provided valuable advice for those beginning their caregiving journey.  Janice Swink, living with early onset dementia:  You can't prepare for it because I don't know what's going to happen. I could lose my balance all of a sudden, without warning. So I'm prepared in a sense, for surprises all the time. I hope that people try to understand all the different…

This is the second part of our conversation with Janice Swink, the spunky music-loving mom of two, who lives with dementia. You can view the first part of our conversation here.  Ben: Your Twitter fe…

This is the second p…

This is the second part of our conversation with Janice Swink, the spunky music-loving mom of two, who lives with dementia. You can view the first part of our conversation here.  Ben: Your Twitter feed (@JaniceSwink) is pretty powerful. It's full of joy. You have a lot of videos of you dancing – in your kitchen, on the street, in a store. And of course you're also documenting many of your daily struggles. You share both your ups and downs. Janice: I said that I'm not going to sugarcoat it and that I will share the good, the bad and the ugly. And unfortunately, there's more ugly than anythin…

Janice Swink lives with her husband, brother, and two children in Kentucky. She was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia in 2015, and has been documenting her journey on Twitter ever since. Her insp…

Janice Swink lives w…

Janice Swink lives with her husband, brother, and two children in Kentucky. She was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia in 2015, and has been documenting her journey on Twitter ever since. Her inspirational and candid words have provided visibility and inspiration for others living with dementia, while also providing an invaluable perspective for family and professional caregivers.   Below is the first part of my exclusive conversation with Janice for Joe & Bella. It’s been edited for length and Clarity.   Janice: I just forgot my phone number. So I had to ask my husband, Eric, “What …

Carol Marak is a Solo Aging Advisor and Advocate, and soon-to-be-published author of the book Solo and Smart. Carol is a former family caregiver; she has spent the last decade providing help and advic…

Carol Marak is a Sol…

Carol Marak is a Solo Aging Advisor and Advocate, and soon-to-be-published author of the book Solo and Smart. Carol is a former family caregiver; she has spent the last decade providing help and advice to countless aging adults planning for their future. Carol’s work has appeared in Time Magazine, ABC News, New York Times, USA Today, Washington Post, US News and AARP the Magazine. The first part of this interview can be found here.  This interview has been edited for length and clarity. Ben:  How should those aging alone think about senior housing options? Carol: There are so many factor…

Changing Living Situations for Older Adults: Downsize, Care Community or Age in Place?  Betsy Phillips is a real-Estate agent for Compass in suburban Chicago. Many of her clients are older adults who…

Changing Living Situ…

Changing Living Situations for Older Adults: Downsize, Care Community or Age in Place?  Betsy Phillips is a real-estate agent for Compass in suburban Chicago. Many of her clients are older adults who are either Downsizing or moving to a care community. Her role is much larger than simply selling their home. By taking a holistic approach, Betsy and her team of social workers, designers, and financial experts can help manage the entire transition, easing the burden and the Stress on their clients. In our conversation, Betsy shares her experiences of working with older adults and their children,…

  Anna Cantor is a dementia coach. Following her mother’s diagnosis of early-onset Alzheimer’s in 2010, Anna became her full-time caregiver, deeply learning the ins and outs of the caregiving sys…

  Anna Cantor is a …

  Anna Cantor is a dementia coach. Following her mother’s diagnosis of early-onset Alzheimer’s in 2010, Anna became her full-time caregiver, deeply learning the ins and outs of the caregiving system. This experience inspired her current role. Anna coaches family caregivers through the logistical and emotional challenges that arise when caring for a family member who has dementia or Alzheimer’s. From finding the right care community, to managing Grief, to developing skills to improve care, Anna employs a holistic approach to better prepare her, both practically and emotionally, to naviga…

  How a Gen Xer overcame strained Relationships and rural healthcare: Joy Johnston did not look forward to the time in her life when her parents, living on the other side of the country, began needin…

  How a Gen Xer ove…

  How a Gen Xer overcame strained relationships and rural healthcare: Joy Johnston did not look forward to the time in her life when her parents, living on the other side of the country, began needing care. But she persevered, providing care for both of her parents, and is now an advocate for other caregivers. Her memoir, The Reluctant Caregiver: Missives from  the Caregiving Minefields, provides a fresh perspective on how to provide care even if you’re not a natural caregiver. Joy also runs The Memories Project, which started out as a tribute to her father and now is a advocacy platform f…

Deciding if and when is the “right” time to find and provide more care for your loved can be an enormous emotional and logistical challenge. Having “the talk” with your parent or partner is ty…

Deciding if and when…

Deciding if and when is the “right” time to find and provide more care for your loved can be an enormous emotional and logistical challenge. Having “the talk” with your parent or partner is typically stressful and difficult, especially when the conversation includes moving out of their home. (But even the idea of bringing someone into the home to provide more care will likely be met with hesitancy or resistance.) To you, the change is about keeping your loved one as safe as possible and getting them the needed level of care. To older adults, of course, it’s about huge change, from le…

Anthony Cirillo is a healthcare and caregiving expert and president of the Aging Experience and the creator of the Caregiver Smile Summit. He creates solutions for the industry and connects companies …

Anthony Cirillo is a…

Anthony Cirillo is a healthcare and caregiving expert and president of the Aging Experience and the creator of the Caregiver Smile Summit. He creates solutions for the industry and connects companies and people to relevant services and products. A professional speaker and media influencer, Cirillo is a fellow of the American College of Health Care Executives with a master's from the University of Pennsylvania. --  Ben: Most caregiving experts begin their journey as a caregiver. You have a really diverse background and arrived at your mission in a really unusual way. Can you tell our readers …