Senior adults who enjoy online learning are taking classes to keep themselves engaged and relevant. Some are pursuing a degree they never finished, are advancing their credentials, or simply indulging in their favorite hobbies. It can feel awkward when you're the oldest student in the class, but that's why online learning sites are popular with older people who believe you … [Read more...]
If You Love Mind Games You Will Love Solitaire.org
I have been trying out the games on a website called Solitaire.org. It literally has hundreds of free games you can play to while away the time. Playing games can be relaxing and brain-stimulating, which is something we need as we get older to fend off dementia. I’ll be honest and say I have never been much of a gamer and some of the games on the site are a little … [Read more...]
How Learning Languages May Help Delay Dementia
The World Health Organization reports that there are almost 55 million people worldwide with dementia, a progressive condition that affects memory and behavior, and that number is steadily increasing. The disease creates a huge strain on those who suffer from it, their families and caregivers, and society, costing an estimated $1313 billion per year in 2019 in the U.S. … [Read more...]
Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiving is a Women’s Issue
Diane Ty is the Senior Director of the Milken Institute Center for the Future of Aging. She is an author of a report called Guiding the Care Journey Building Dementia Workforce and System Capacity Through Care Navigation. It takes a deep dive into explaining why care navigation is an important element in the complex care journey to help people living with dementia and their … [Read more...]
Improve Your Cognitive Function & Memory with Online Games
Nowadays, we are surrounded by numerous forms of entertainment. And virtually any of them is available on the Internet, including, of course, online games. They are a great way to forget about everyday worries and have fun - right? But there’s a little-known benefit of online games: they are also a great mental workout! If you’ve never been interested in playing video … [Read more...]