A new study involving 2,822 senior men, averaging 76 years old, confirms the link between sleep quality and the development of future cognitive decline.The study, published in the April 1 issue of the journal Sleep, was … [Read more...]
New Support for Caregivers of Veterans
April 3, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Q. My sister, Peggy, recently became a full-time caregiver for our 72-year old father, Joe. Since he served during the Vietnam War, he has had flashbacks that still affect him and keep him up at night. He suffered at least one … [Read more...]
Tax Scam Alert
April 2, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Over the past several weeks, hundreds of Fairfax County residents have received phone calls from scammers who tell them “Your driver’s license has been suspended. You will be arrested. You will be deported. We are on our way to … [Read more...]
Mind Reading 101
April 1, 2014 by Leave a Comment
John’s mother, Elizabeth, was always close with John’s 10-year old daughter, Anna. Before she Elizabeth diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, she lived in John’s home and watched Anna for years while John was at work. As Elizabeth’s disease … [Read more...]
The Village People (Don’t Worry – It’s Not the Disco Dudes)
March 27, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Mt. Vernon at Home Village Residents Playing PoolQ. I grew up in Northern Virginia and raised three children here. Now, they’re spread out across the world – one in Florida, one in Oregon, and one in Texas. All three children … [Read more...]
A Healthy Body Starts with a Happy Mind
March 26, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Self-esteem and confidence issues are often associated with teenagers experiencing growing pains. However, seniors can also experience difficulty with their feelings of worth as they grow older. Studies have shown that self-esteem … [Read more...]
Intelligent Underwear, Smart Shoes, and Other Amazing Innovations for Seniors
March 25, 2014 by Leave a Comment
For many Americans today, later life provides an opportunity to re-imagine possibilities, learn new skills, and take on new challenges. To address a generation that has challenged conventional wisdom, a major focus at the recent … [Read more...]
