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fromwww.times-series.co.uk
49 minutes ago
Arts

Care home takes residents on visit to Tate Britain gallery

Elderly art lovers from a care home enjoyed a cultural outing to Tate Britain, enhancing their well-being through exposure to art.
#housing-crisis
UK news
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago

Pensioners facing no fault eviction 'grateful for kind offer' of caravan in Kent

Elderly couple facing eviction receive a temporary accommodation offer, highlighting generosity amidst housing challenges.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago
UK politics

Tracy is about to begin chemo and she's also getting evicted. Welcome to Australia's housing crisis

Tracy Adams, facing bowel cancer, is being evicted from her rental home despite her diagnosis.
UK news
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago

Pensioners facing no fault eviction 'grateful for kind offer' of caravan in Kent

Elderly couple facing eviction receive a temporary accommodation offer, highlighting generosity amidst housing challenges.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago
UK politics

Tracy is about to begin chemo and she's also getting evicted. Welcome to Australia's housing crisis

Tracy Adams, facing bowel cancer, is being evicted from her rental home despite her diagnosis.
more#housing-crisis
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 days ago
SF parents

Grandma, 93, broke neck and died in London care home due to 'failings' in her care, daughter claims

A grandma died after falling in a care home that failed to ensure her safety, highlighting serious care deficiencies.
#long-term-care
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago
Healthcare

Congressman touts bipartisan long-term care bill at DC event

The U.S. faces a pressing long-term care crisis, prompting new legislation to support aging seniors amidst insufficient resources.
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 month ago
SF LGBT

Long-Term Care Planning: Future You Will Thank You! - San Francisco Bay Times

Medicare does not cover long-term care, leaving many without necessary support options.
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago
Healthcare

Congressman touts bipartisan long-term care bill at DC event

The U.S. faces a pressing long-term care crisis, prompting new legislation to support aging seniors amidst insufficient resources.
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 month ago
SF LGBT

Long-Term Care Planning: Future You Will Thank You! - San Francisco Bay Times

Medicare does not cover long-term care, leaving many without necessary support options.
more#long-term-care
#health-care
fromstateline.org
3 weeks ago
Healthcare

Medicaid cuts could hurt older adults who rely on home care, nursing homes

Medicaid cuts threaten crucial care for low-income seniors, risking their health and safety. Community PACE centers could close without funding.
fromwww.ilfordrecorder.co.uk
2 months ago
Healthcare

'Staffing concerns' prompt Ilford care home visit - but CQC still rates it 'good'

Springfield Care Centre maintains its 'good' rating, with residents feeling safe and supported, despite initial concerns about staffing.
Healthcare
fromstateline.org
3 weeks ago

Medicaid cuts could hurt older adults who rely on home care, nursing homes

Medicaid cuts threaten crucial care for low-income seniors, risking their health and safety. Community PACE centers could close without funding.
Healthcare
fromwww.ilfordrecorder.co.uk
2 months ago

'Staffing concerns' prompt Ilford care home visit - but CQC still rates it 'good'

Springfield Care Centre maintains its 'good' rating, with residents feeling safe and supported, despite initial concerns about staffing.
more#health-care
#public-health
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Care provider takes aim at loneliness with Valentine's Day event for Peninsula seniors

A card drive for elderly residents highlights the impact of loneliness and the importance of connection during Valentine's Day.
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Care provider takes aim at loneliness with Valentine's Day event for Peninsula seniors

A card drive for elderly residents highlights the impact of loneliness and the importance of connection during Valentine's Day.
more#public-health
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago
Parenting

Help! I Moved Into a New Apartment Building. Then a Neighbor Explained What Would Be "Expected" of Me.

The expectation to assist neighbors should not be an obligation, especially when life demands are high.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK politics

In a town far from Whitehall, I saw how devastating Labour's cuts will be. When will ministers wake up? | John Harris

Care workers face overwhelming pressures due to tight budgets and high workload demands, impacting service quality.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Social care sector faces collapse as NICs and wage rises loom, providers warn

The adult social care sector faces a crisis due to rising national insurance contributions and the living wage, risking closures without government support.
Health
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Why Older People May Not Need to Watch Blood Sugar So Closely

Hypoglycemia can be particularly dangerous for elderly diabetics, prompting doctors to prioritize safety over strict glucose control.
#community
SF parents
fromKqed
1 month ago

J-Sei Home Closes After 30 Years, Leaving Bay Area Japanese Seniors in Need | KQED

Bay Area Japanese American families face a declining number of culturally sensitive senior care facilities, highlighting a loss in community resources.
fromBKReader
2 months ago
Brooklyn

At 105, This Coney Island Woman Has Words to Live by

Jeanette Bigelson celebrated her 105th birthday with friends and community at JASA's Luna Park Older Adult Center.
SF parents
fromKqed
1 month ago

J-Sei Home Closes After 30 Years, Leaving Bay Area Japanese Seniors in Need | KQED

Bay Area Japanese American families face a declining number of culturally sensitive senior care facilities, highlighting a loss in community resources.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

At 105, This Coney Island Woman Has Words to Live by

Jeanette Bigelson celebrated her 105th birthday with friends and community at JASA's Luna Park Older Adult Center.
more#community
#community-design
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Ex-Tribunale Conversion in Sheltered Accommodation / Calvi Ceschia Vigano architetti associati

The 1960s court building will be transformed into a sustainable elderly housing community emphasizing community spaces and ecological principles.
fromArchDaily
2 months ago
Renovation

Yangbei Village CCP Elderly Day-Care Center / Studio 10

The Yangbei Village CCP Elderly Day-Care Center provides vital support for the elderly in a culturally rich rural area, emphasizing community care.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Ex-Tribunale Conversion in Sheltered Accommodation / Calvi Ceschia Vigano architetti associati

The 1960s court building will be transformed into a sustainable elderly housing community emphasizing community spaces and ecological principles.
fromArchDaily
2 months ago
Renovation

Yangbei Village CCP Elderly Day-Care Center / Studio 10

The Yangbei Village CCP Elderly Day-Care Center provides vital support for the elderly in a culturally rich rural area, emphasizing community care.
more#community-design
#inheritance-tax
UK politics
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

The government's planned pension tax changes which will punish millions of savers must be dropped - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Government's pension tax changes will negatively impact millions of savers and should be reconsidered.
Pension funds should only be taxed if they exceed a certain value to prevent penalizing prudent savers.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Tory claims farmer tax making some weigh if they can afford elderly relatives to live

Families are concerned about inheritance tax implications for elderly relatives after April 2026 due to proposed legislative changes.
UK politics
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

The government's planned pension tax changes which will punish millions of savers must be dropped - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Government's pension tax changes will negatively impact millions of savers and should be reconsidered.
Pension funds should only be taxed if they exceed a certain value to prevent penalizing prudent savers.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Tory claims farmer tax making some weigh if they can afford elderly relatives to live

Families are concerned about inheritance tax implications for elderly relatives after April 2026 due to proposed legislative changes.
more#inheritance-tax
#community-support
UK news
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago

Elderly couple have less than a month to find new home after 'no fault' eviction

Pensioners facing eviction due to 'no fault' orders and struggling to find affordable housing.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Carer of the Year' goes 'above and beyond' for her Romford clients

Tracy Alabaster has been awarded Carer of the Year for her exceptional commitment to elderly care and client satisfaction.
UK news
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago

Elderly couple have less than a month to find new home after 'no fault' eviction

Pensioners facing eviction due to 'no fault' orders and struggling to find affordable housing.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Carer of the Year' goes 'above and beyond' for her Romford clients

Tracy Alabaster has been awarded Carer of the Year for her exceptional commitment to elderly care and client satisfaction.
more#community-support
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Hospital should 'take action' after fall death

Poor communication and observation protocols in the NHS trust led to an elderly patient's death following a fall.
#dementia
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
New York City

Elderly woman with dementia forced to spend thousands on care gets apology from London council

Merton Council's failure to assess an elderly woman's care needs resulted in financial burden and stress for her family.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
New York City

Elderly woman with dementia forced to spend thousands on care gets apology from London council

Merton Council's failure to assess an elderly woman's care needs resulted in financial burden and stress for her family.
more#dementia
#healthcare-crisis
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago
Medicine

Elderly patients spend five days in emergency department

Emergency departments in Northern Ireland are overwhelmed, with elderly patients facing long waits for admission due to insufficient community care resources.
fromKqed
2 months ago
Medicine

Why Are More Than 200 Beds Empty at This San Francisco Nursing Home? | KQED

Laguna Honda has hundreds of vacant beds, prompting discussions on admission policies amid closing nursing facilities and increasing care demands.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago
Medicine

Elderly patients spend five days in emergency department

Emergency departments in Northern Ireland are overwhelmed, with elderly patients facing long waits for admission due to insufficient community care resources.
fromKqed
2 months ago
Medicine

Why Are More Than 200 Beds Empty at This San Francisco Nursing Home? | KQED

Laguna Honda has hundreds of vacant beds, prompting discussions on admission policies amid closing nursing facilities and increasing care demands.
more#healthcare-crisis
#inquest
fromwww.ilfordrecorder.co.uk
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Pensioner 'choked to death at home in between visits from carers'

Beverley Davis, 79, died from choking in her home between carer visits, prompting an inquest into her death.
fromwww.barkinganddagenhampost.co.uk
5 months ago
New York City

Pensioner 'died of drugs overdose' at Barking sheltered accommodation

An inquest is underway into the drug overdose death of David Robert Goss, emphasizing concerns regarding medication administration among the elderly.
fromwww.ilfordrecorder.co.uk
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Pensioner 'choked to death at home in between visits from carers'

Beverley Davis, 79, died from choking in her home between carer visits, prompting an inquest into her death.
fromwww.barkinganddagenhampost.co.uk
5 months ago
New York City

Pensioner 'died of drugs overdose' at Barking sheltered accommodation

An inquest is underway into the drug overdose death of David Robert Goss, emphasizing concerns regarding medication administration among the elderly.
more#inquest
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Woman's face left smashed up after tripping over raised manhole in West Wickham

Diane Inglis sustained injuries after tripping on a misaligned manhole cover, highlighting safety concerns for elderly residents.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Medicine

When it comes to the vulnerabilities of age, patients deserve sympathetic oversight, not turning a blind eye | Ranjana Srivastava

Caution is critical when considering cancer treatment for elderly patients due to their increased risks and vulnerabilities.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

How Do I Know I Am a Caregiver for Someone Who Is Dying?

Effective caregiving for the dying requires multiple resources and support, as single caregivers may face overwhelming challenges.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

California's growing need for caregivers could collide with a crackdown on immigrants

Trump's immigration overhaul may worsen staffing shortages in elderly care facilities and home health services.
Projected increase in demand for care aides highlights the grave implications of reduced immigrant labor.
fromstateline.org
3 months ago
Coronavirus

Independent pharmacies know their communities. But many are struggling to stay open

Independent pharmacies are vital for community health, especially among low-income and elderly populations, yet they are closing at an alarming rate.
#geriatrics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Medicine

Opinion: America's decline in geriatric care hurts us all

The growing elderly population in the U.S. is facing a significant shortage of geriatricians, presenting a serious healthcare challenge.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

Opinion | The Decline in Geriatric Care Hurts Us All

The growing elderly population in America faces a shortage of geriatricians, impacting healthcare quality and access.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Medicine

Opinion: America's decline in geriatric care hurts us all

The growing elderly population in the U.S. is facing a significant shortage of geriatricians, presenting a serious healthcare challenge.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

Opinion | The Decline in Geriatric Care Hurts Us All

The growing elderly population in America faces a shortage of geriatricians, impacting healthcare quality and access.
more#geriatrics
fromBoston.com
3 months ago
New York City

Woman in her 80s hospitalized after collision with Mass. State Police cruiser in Brookline

An elderly woman was struck by a state police cruiser in Brookline, sustaining head injuries, but remains alert during her hospitalization.
fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Broken lift leaves disabled man 'abandoned' in flat for more than four weeks

Residents of Malcolm House are severely affected by a broken lift, leaving them stranded and without support.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Councillor accuses Labour of 'abuse of the elderly' by draining their funds - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Labour's policies are criticized for financially draining elderly pensioners, according to Cllr Patrick Hamill.
#healthcare
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago
Medicine

The popular 'hospital-at-home' effort is at stake in the federal budget battle

Hospital-at-home programs provide intensive care, improving comfort and health outcomes for patients, particularly valued by elderly patients like Stephanie Joseph.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 months ago
Medicine

Elderly care at Ballesol Mexico: A commitment to compassionate and quality care - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Ballesol México provides comprehensive elderly care prioritizing residents' dignity, well-being, and happiness against a backdrop of increasing demand for such services.
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago
Medicine

The popular 'hospital-at-home' effort is at stake in the federal budget battle

Hospital-at-home programs provide intensive care, improving comfort and health outcomes for patients, particularly valued by elderly patients like Stephanie Joseph.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 months ago
Medicine

Elderly care at Ballesol Mexico: A commitment to compassionate and quality care - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Ballesol México provides comprehensive elderly care prioritizing residents' dignity, well-being, and happiness against a backdrop of increasing demand for such services.
more#healthcare
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
4 months ago
Design

Cute emotional support robot concept is made for tech-savvy and active seniors - Yanko Design

Careby offers emotional companionship rather than just physical assistance for older adults, enriching their lives beyond basic caregiving needs.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 months ago
Medicine

Silver Taube: County leaders address working conditions in residential care facilities - San Jose Spotlight

Supervisor Cindy Chavez calls for improved conditions in residential care facilities, emphasizing the need for an advisory council to address caregiver issues.
Miscellaneous
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

The Life-Threatening Fall: Expect One If You're 65 or Older

Falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths in those 65+; understanding their causes is key to prevention.
Over 25% of seniors will fall annually, necessitating urgent attention toward comprehensive fall prevention strategies.
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