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October is Depression and Mental Health Screening Month. Older adults tend to be shown in pop culture as being sad because they feel isolated or are suffering with loss. It’s important to distinguish between sadness and clinical depression. According to a 2017 report by the World Health Organization, depression affects 7% of older adults internationally; ¼ of deaths … Continued
With Coronavirus, it can seem like each day means more services closing for the near future. Below are resources for seniors and caregivers that are still available in some capacity. Note: Please note that information is rapidly changing. This information is current as of October 26, 2020 and will be updated as needed. Call a resource before visiting. New! Free/Low Cost … Continued
Yesterday (September 10) was World Suicide Prevention Day. According to a recent article by NPR, an increasing number of older adults are attempting suicide. Suicide prevention tends to focus on young adults, but men over the age of 60 are most at risk of dying by suicide. More troubling is that age seems to matter … Continued
