Safety

Is your older loved one balking at attending a big holiday gathering? If so, it's time to ask questions, plan ahead and make accommodations so they don't feel overwhelmed. Changes in their hearing, vision, speech, memory, mobility, balance, etc., can cause a reluctance on their part to want to participate. ...

The following story is the last of a three-part series on elder abuse. Previously, we defined the issue with facts and numbers, and then introduced you to people whose loved ones have experienced financial abuse. Now, we offer a roadmap and action plan for victims and their families. ...

Uncooperative victims and the crimes against them are tough to prosecute. As a result, financial abuse is one of the least-reported but likely most common ways older adults are mistreated. ...

Older adults are an overlooked group regarding substance abuse issues, but the problem is growing nationwide. Learning the extent and cause of substance abuse can help improve outcomes for this population. ...

Older adult maltreatment — elder abuse — holds its grip on society’s vulnerable adults with an uncomfortable frequency, hiding behind trusted relationships, isolation and illness. This story is the first of a three-part series on elder abuse. We’ll define the issue with facts and numbers, introduce you to people who have overcome their abuse and faced their abusers, and finally, offer an action plan for victims and families. ...

Scams to steal your personal information are at an all-time high. It's important to safeguard important personal documents such as your Social Security card. Keeping your card at home reduces the risk of loss or theft and helps you keep your information safe. ...

We eventually saw a non-pet alligator and about two dozen babies, but not their mother. She was nearby, our guide said, but even he didn’t like being around babies without knowing where their mom was. Too dangerous. ...

Older drivers typically take fewer risks while driving than younger drivers, but they are more likely to be injured or killed in a crash due to age-related fragility. A few simple tips can keep you safe behind the wheel. ...