DALLAS: A study has shown that the incidence of early onset dementia has risen markedly. Two decades ago, dementia largely occurred in those in their sixties. The “disproportionate increase” measured by scientists recently, indicates more frequent occurrences in Western countries, in those aged between 45 Read More »
Are we destined to get dementia sooner rather than later?
Seniors housing developers compete for Global Award
NEW YORK: The seven hundred and fifth entry for the seniors housing Global Awards for 2015 has been received.
The new assisted living centre on the Topeka Veterans Administration health campus will focus on helping veterans with mild dementia to maintain as much independence as possible. Read More »
Is Airbnb diluting the concept of “home sharing” for nonprofits?
PHOENIX: A local nonprofit that provides housing services has been noticing a decline in its providers since the rise in popularity of Airbnb. The not-for-profit helps seniors and low-wage earners find or rent shared housing by matching individuals that have space in their homes with Read More »
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Age care compounds becoming soft crime targets
BOSTON: Retirement communities and skilled nursing homes imply a level of elevated safety in their commercial pitch to prospective customers.
But evidence is mounting that age-apartheid compounds are increasingly becoming soft crime targets and the care sector is trashing its reputation by doing nothing to effectively Read More »