Rethinking Age Care, Services and Supports Countries in the developed world are–of necessity–engaged in rethinking their approach to aged care, services and supports. Assumptions of […]
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News Topic: Aging
WHO Adopts Global Strategy and Action Plan on Ageing and Health
The World Health Organization (WHO) has adopted a Global Strategy and Action Plan on Ageing and Health. This is a significant step forward in establishing […]
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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: Building Awareness in the U.S. Capital
On June 15, IAHSA and LeadingAge co-hosted a reception on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC to recognize World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, which encourages communities […]
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Dementia: Gender Disparity
A recent study by the Milken Institute entitled “The Price Women Pay for Dementia” pointed out the “pernicious gender-based health disparity” presented by dementia in […]
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How You Can Fight Dementia with Your Thumbs
by Geralyn Magan A new mobile video game called Sea Hero Quest guides players through a maze of arctic rivers, golden shores, and mystic marshes. […]
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My Home Life: Research and Reflection On The Role of Care Providers
How should we think about our roles as providers vis a vis the people we serve? Professor Julienne Meyer of City University of London reflects […]
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Reflections from Kenya
I had the good fortune to visit Kenya recently. It is a beautiful country full of sharp contrasts – bustling, loud cities and vast, quiet […]
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Art-viewing Improves Cognition & Well-being in Dementia Patients and Caregivers
A recent study conducted by the Canterbury Christ Church University in the UK shows that regular art-viewing sessions via touchscreen tablets may cause significant cognitive […]
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Case Study: Are There Enough Care Providers for Canada’s Future Elders?
Dan Levitt, IAHSA Board Member and Executive Director of Tabor Village in Vancouver, Canada, shares his thoughts and insights about Canada’s rapidly ageing population and […]
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Cycling Without Age: A Gift of Mobility & Connection
Sometimes seeing a need and making one seemingly small step towards addressing it can make a world of difference. Such was the case with Ole Kassow, […]
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