Jennifer Prell

As challenging as the winter months can be, it is important to self-motivate and stay active to maintain one’s health. That can be as simple as bundling up and taking a 20-minute walk outside or spending some time on a treadmill.

The number of older adults experiencing food insecurity – meaning uncertain or inconsistent access to food – in Illinois grew 60% since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Elderwerks, the nonprofit Jennifer Prell leads, hopes to do something about it.

The nonprofit Elderwerks receives up to 150 phone calls daily from older adults, seeking help securing appropriate living arrangements, its president says.

A general rule to live by is this: if you have any doubt, step back and reach out for advice from a trusted source.

Who you are and who you love shouldn’t dictate where you are able to live, but for LGBTQIA+ older adults and seniors, whether a community is friendly has become an often-discussed topic.

Family holiday gatherings provide an ample opportunity to evaluate the overall well-being of aging loved ones.

A recent study at the University of Maryland indicated a single session of exercise increased activation in the brain circuits associated with memory. That’s quite a bonus.

Talking about the aging process is difficult and one people choose to avoid until it’s often a crisis situation.

The caregiver hired by one area family stole $17,000 over a two-month period using a smartphone app, Elderwerks’ president says

Essential caregivers may be allowed access to a skilled nursing facility or senior community to provide assistance

Step 1: Identify which room you want to start with and stick to it.