Elderly
Elderly and Baby Boomers
When do Baby Boomers become know as elderly? Terms like older persons, older people, older adults, older patients, older individuals, persons 65 years and older, or the older population are ways to refer to the elderly, as well as seniors and the aged.
The term ‘elderly’ often carries more than just a numerical age; it encapsulates a significant stage in life characterized by both challenges and achievements. Understanding who falls under this category, and the diversity within this group, is crucial as societies worldwide adapt to an increasingly Aging population. Internationally, organizations like the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations (UN) typically define ‘elderly’ as anyone aged 65 and over. However, this age threshold can vary significantly from one country to another, influenced by social, economic, and health factors.
As we grow older, we want to embrace and integrate the elderly into all facets of life, because today the elderly are our parents and tomorrow the elderly will be us.
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I read a post on FaceBook that showed public libraries' impact on our community. My summary is here: Public libraries are more than just buildings filled with books; they are lifelines, offering hope, education, and community to people from all walks of life. The recent New York Times article hig…
I read a post on FaceBook that showed public libraries' impact on our community. My summary is here: Public libraries are more than just buildings filled with books; they are lifelines, offering ho…
I read a post on FaceBook that showed public libraries' impact on our community. My summary is here: Public libraries are more than just buildings filled with books; they are lifelines, offering hope, education, and community to people from all walks of life. The recent New York Times article highlighting the “crisis of violence and abuse” faced by librarians underscores how much these tireless professionals endure to create safe, welcoming spaces for everyone. It’s a stark reminder of why we must rally around our libraries and those who dedicate their lives to them.Take Wendy, who be…
Royce Shook
January 25, 2025 I read a post on FaceBook that showed public libraries' impact on our community. My summary is here: Public libraries are more than just buildings filled with books; they are lifelines, offering hope, education, and community to people from all walks of life. The recent New York Times article hig…
I read a post on FaceBook that showed public libraries' impact on our community. My summary is here: Public libraries are more than just buildings filled with books; they are lifelines, offering ho…
I read a post on FaceBook that showed public libraries' impact on our community. My summary is here: Public libraries are more than just buildings filled with books; they are lifelines, offering hope, education, and community to people from all walks of life. The recent New York Times article highlighting the “crisis of violence and abuse” faced by librarians underscores how much these tireless professionals endure to create safe, welcoming spaces for everyone. It’s a stark reminder of why we must rally around our libraries and those who dedicate their lives to them.Take Wendy, who be…
Royce Shook
January 25, 2025 Are you part of the Baby Boomer generation looking to connect, learn, and thrive?Join as a Community Member of BabyBoomer.org and immerse yourself in a digital world tailored to your unique interests and experiences!A Thriving Community Network! Connect effortlessly with fellow B…
Are you part of the Baby Boomer generation looking to connect, learn, and thrive?Join as a Community Member of BabyBoomer.org and immerse yourself in a digital world tailored to your unique inte…
Are you part of the Baby Boomer generation looking to connect, learn, and thrive?Join as a Community Member of BabyBoomer.org and immerse yourself in a digital world tailored to your unique interests and experiences!A Thriving Community Network! Connect effortlessly with fellow Baby Boomers in our welcoming community. Join groups that share your hobbies and passions, and create a personalized profile to stay connected. Our user-friendly features like messaging, groups, forums, and more make it simple to find new friends and connect!Exclusive Content Access! Imme…
As the New Year festivities fade, each January reminds us of the passage of time. There is a tendency to look back with regret at roads not taken, and perhaps even despair at what the future holds.Yet this time of year can also encourage more positive reflection. It was probably in early January…
As the New Year festivities fade, each January reminds us of the passage of time. There is a tendency to look back with regret at roads not taken, and perhaps even despair at what the future holds.…
As the New Year festivities fade, each January reminds us of the passage of time. There is a tendency to look back with regret at roads not taken, and perhaps even despair at what the future holds.Yet this time of year can also encourage more positive reflection. It was probably in early January of 44 BCE that Marcus Tullius Cicero, the Roman politician, orator, and philosopher, sat down to write On Old Age.GoodreadsAt 62, Cicero had endured personal and political losses. The year before, his daughter Tullia had died from complications from childbirth (the baby likely dying soon af…
David Cravit
January 20, 2025 Last year we visited adaptive tools for the kitchen. After a year, I haven’t yet purchased a set of ‘Forghetti’ pasta forks (it’s still on my list). Like many of us, need is generally what motivates me; I continue to manage my pasta with my simple utensils, so hence no Forghetti (yet). Both …
Last year we visited adaptive tools for the kitchen. After a year, I haven’t yet purchased a set of ‘Forghetti’ pasta forks (it’s still on my list). Like many of us, need is generally what mot…
Last year we visited adaptive tools for the kitchen. After a year, I haven’t yet purchased a set of ‘Forghetti’ pasta forks (it’s still on my list). Like many of us, need is generally what motivates me; I continue to manage my pasta with my simple utensils, so hence no Forghetti (yet). Both my husband and I tend to be kitchen ‘gear-heads’ so I imagine it’s coming someday soon. As I mentioned in Universal Design in Kitchen Utensils, “adaptive tools” (as the name implies) help us adapt to our special needs. Last year’s blog concentrated on the kitchen, a place where these too…
Barbara Klein
January 15, 2025 
No. 73/January 15, 2025NewScan is a biweekly briefing on news relevant to readers of The EndGame. NewScan is a premium feature exclusively for paid subscribers.When Disaster Strikes, Elders Are VictimsIn disasters such as the Los Angeles wildfires, elderly and disabled residents are the most at risk…
No. 73/January 15, 2025NewScan is a biweekly briefing on news relevant to readers of The EndGame. NewScan is a premium feature exclusively for paid subscribers.When Disaster Strikes, Elders Are Victim…
No. 73/January 15, 2025NewScan is a biweekly briefing on news relevant to readers of The EndGame. NewScan is a premium feature exclusively for paid subscribers.When Disaster Strikes, Elders Are VictimsIn disasters such as the Los Angeles wildfires, elderly and disabled residents are the most at risk. In Hurricane Katrina, 71% of the victims were aged 60… Read more
Don Akchin
January 15, 2025 
Have you ever heard of a Daily Money Manager? Meet Emily Lutz, owner of Liberty Paperwork Solutions! Emily shares her journey of becoming a daily money manager, a profession that involves handling clients' administrative chores like bill payments and financial tracking. Even though these servi…
Have you ever heard of a Daily Money Manager? Meet Emily Lutz, owner of Liberty Paperwork Solutions! Emily shares her journey of becoming a daily money manager, a profession that involves handling cli…
Have you ever heard of a Daily Money Manager? Meet Emily Lutz, owner of Liberty Paperwork Solutions! Emily shares her journey of becoming a daily money manager, a profession that involves handling clients' administrative chores like bill payments and financial tracking. Even though these services have always leaned toward being 'fancy', Emily explains how daily money management is becoming more common and important for various demographics, including the elderly, people with special needs, and those too busy to manage their finances. We discuss the emotional and practical benef…
Christine Van Bloem
January 14, 2025 
Receiving an early-onset Alzheimer's diagnosis can be devastating, but "The Optimistics" offers a powerful message of hope. This book tells the story of Dennis, Mike, and Jim, who, despite facing this challenging disease, choose to embrace optimism and brotherhood. They formed "The Optimistics" to i…
Receiving an early-onset Alzheimer's diagnosis can be devastating, but "The Optimistics" offers a powerful message of hope. This book tells the story of Dennis, Mike, and Jim, who, despite facing this…
Receiving an early-onset Alzheimer's diagnosis can be devastating, but "The Optimistics" offers a powerful message of hope. This book tells the story of Dennis, Mike, and Jim, who, despite facing this challenging disease, choose to embrace optimism and brotherhood. They formed "The Optimistics" to inspire hope in others in the Alzheimer's community. Their story reminds us that even in the face of adversity, joy, connection, and purpose are possible. "The Optimistics" highlights the importance of community and the power of a positive outlook in navigating the challenges of early-onset Alzheimer…
Jennifer Fink
January 14, 2025 The 2025 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas ran from January 7 to January 10, and was, as always, a showcase of exciting new technology, with AI continuing to play a major role. We always check Lori Orlov’s invaluable blog for the latest, and here are 10 new products that caught her atte…
The 2025 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas ran from January 7 to January 10, and was, as always, a showcase of exciting new technology, with AI continuing to play a major role. We always ch…
The 2025 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas ran from January 7 to January 10, and was, as always, a showcase of exciting new technology, with AI continuing to play a major role. We always check Lori Orlov’s invaluable blog for the latest, and here are 10 new products that caught her attention this year.A “risk stratification app” that passively collects biometric data and allows for the “timely prediction of critical cardiovascular events such as stroke and heart attack.” Learn more here.Infrared bedding that “harnesses body heat, converting it into infrared ener…
David Cravit
January 13, 2025 
Paula Cobb is a patient advocate for women who have been misdiagnosed with Interstitial Cystitis. She is a retired physical therapist who has dealt with bladder issues since the age of 5. In this episode, Paula explains so much about UTIs and IC and more that I can’t list it all!The bacteria a…
Paula Cobb is a patient advocate for women who have been misdiagnosed with Interstitial Cystitis. She is a retired physical therapist who has dealt with bladder issues since the age of 5. In this ep…
Paula Cobb is a patient advocate for women who have been misdiagnosed with Interstitial Cystitis. She is a retired physical therapist who has dealt with bladder issues since the age of 5. In this episode, Paula explains so much about UTIs and IC and more that I can’t list it all!The bacteria and what they do to cause UTIs Why antibiotics can be the problem How a woman might suspect she has a UTI Why women have to be their own advocates still (how often have we heard that?) Castor oil! (Gramma, don’t say a word!) Menopause, catheterization and the elderly Procedures How we can reduce ou…
Agnes Knowles
January 9, 2025 
