Blogs
Punching Out Parkinson’s!
Punching Out Parkinson's by Colleen Bridges Every 6 minutes someone is diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease (PD). Most do not expect their physician to prescribe boxing along with appropriate medication . Yet, every day Vanderbilt Movement Disorder physicians, middle Tennessee neurologists and therapists are doing just that with positive results and findings supported by a decade plus of research. So, why... Read More
Finding Meaning and Maintaining Independence in all stages of Cognitive Impairment
Jane was diagnosed with dementia at 75 years of age and has been living with her husband. Over the last several months she has been finding it increasingly difficult to do some of the activities that she always loved, which has placed a strain on the family. Engaging in meaningful activities has been shown to influence independence and enhance a... Read More
Marie’s Story: Advocating for Those Who Can’t Advocate for Themselves!
Marie was a strong-willed 96-year-old whose body was progressively failing her but who’s mind was intact, and had lived over nine years in assisted living. She was mobile because of an electric wheelchair and maintained a satisfactory quality of life. Over the past two years, she had a fall and leg injury that necessitated hospitalizations and transitional care but was... Read More
Our first guest blog! Kristen Maurice, Certified Senior Advisor
6 “Nevers” to Protect Yourself from Medicare Fraud As the American population gets older, scams against seniors continue to run rampant. 3.5 older Americans are subject to financial exploitation every year, and this fraud hits seniors in their own pockets. As a senior, you have the power to take control of your circumstances and prevent Medicare fraud. While it is... Read More
May is Older Americans Month – “Age My Way”
Older adults play vital, positive roles in our communities – as family members, friends, mentors, volunteers, civic leaders, members of the workforce, and more. Just as every person is unique, so too is how they age and how they choose to do it – and there is no “right” way. That’s why the theme for Older Americans Month (OAM) 2022... Read More
Mobility and Fall Prevention – Keys to Healthy Aging
When asking a group of adults 65 years and older what comes to mind regarding falls, I would receive a variety of responses. Some may say because they are healthy and have never fallen, it isn’t relevant, or it won’t happen to them. Those who have fallen may say it was no big deal because they weren’t hurt. Others may... Read More
