Aging in Style with Lori Williams

We hear about childproofing a home, but there’s another level of difficulty when you add years of experience of using common household items. That’s why it’s important to make your home safe if...

How can I prevent cognitive decline?Try the Alzheimer Association’s 10 ways to love your brain The new year is underway, and many have begun new goals in physical fitness. Physical health is...

What do I need to know about strokes?Strokes are largely preventable, and knowing the signs is critical.Strokes are the number five cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United...

Prevention is key when it comes to health - and the same goes for dementia. Just as you’d exercise to help your physical fitness, you can train your brain to help ward off mental decline.Mental...

What can we learn from the Golden Girls?The ‘80s sitcom teaches us about aging and life.The Golden Girls is a sitcom that first aired in 1985 and follows 4 older women in their “golden years.”...

Are all senior living communities nursing homes?No, there are many senior living options beyond just nursing homes."All senior living communities are nursing homes" is a common myth. Perhaps you’ve...

What are some tips for the holidays when my loved one has dementia?Be adaptable, flexible and communicateThe holidays are a time for togetherness and making memories, but the reality is it can also...

What should I buy my grandparents for Christmas? [H2]Listen to Lori Williams’ senior gift guide [H3]It’s a busy time of year and you may find yourself scrambling to find gifts for everyone on...

So you’ve decided you or your loved one needs senior living - how much is it going to cost? A 2020 study by Genworth determined that the U.S. average for assisted living is $4,429 a month, though...

It’s estimated that Parkinson’s disease affects 1 million Americans. Ninety-six percent are diagnosed after age 50, and the incidence of disease increases with age. Since April is Parkinson’s...

So you’re home for the holidays and see signs of dementia or safety risks that could affect your loved one – what’s next?If you notice any red flags, then it’s important to have a...

The holidays will be here before you know it, and soon you may be visiting family members you haven’t seen in a while. When spending time with aging loved ones, it’s important to keep your eye...

What’s it like working as a hairdresser at a senior living community? Margo Brooks would tell you it’s been the best 9 years of her life, full of nonstop laughs, fun and fulfillment. Not only...

Imagine riding a bike from Alaska to Panama. Now imagine performing this grueling feat as an 80-year-old! Such a trek is not for the faint of heart, but adventure cyclist Bob Fletcher proves that it...

You may believe that you can’t bring pets to senior living – and you wouldn’t be alone in that assumption – but fortunately that’s not always the case! Cats as well as small dogs between...

“Does Medicare cover assisted living?” is a common question Lori Williams gets as a senior living professional. Since Medicare functions as health insurance and doesn’t cover senior living, she...

What do you imagine when you think about the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s? If you imagine people running in a 5K, guess again! Megan Rowe, Senior Program Manager of the...

Dementia is not just an individual’s disease. In fact, it’s estimated that it requires two-and-a-half loved ones to care for someone with dementia. And caregiving is a 24/7 job. Unfortunately,...

One in 3 adults aged 65 and older fall each year, and less than half speak to their doctor about it. It’s a distressing situation that can cause broken bones and a hospital trip, so it’s worth...

Meals on Wheels has been more important than ever the past couple years as seniors became more isolated during the pandemic. But what is Meals on Wheels, and how does it work? And how do you or your...