Category Archives: Aging Sites

These amazing people

Posted on November 5, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks Sybil-Ann!     These people are amazing.               A  GREAT MESSAGE                                                              

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Rethinking Retirement

Posted on October 26, 2020 by Jim deMaine

By Kerry Hannon in the NYT Ed note: I’ve yet to read his book, but I suspect a lot of folks would agree with Dr. Dychwold’s research on aging and retirement as outlined in this article. When someone retires, three substantial … Continue reading →

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Age Friendly Seattle Updates

Posted on October 14, 2020 by Jim deMaine
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Skyline in the news

Posted on October 11, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Skyline was recently featured on KOMO 4 in their “Seattle Refined” segment. View the full article and video here http://seattlerefined.com/lifestyle/live-life-uncompromised-at-skyline-an-exceptional-senior-living-community or under the “Bulletin Board” section on Caremerge (under “Social Media for Residents”).

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These Americans Are Determined to Cast a Last Ballot Before Dying

Posted on October 10, 2020 by Jim deMaine

By Katie Hafner in the NYT. Ed note: Katie was looking for a dying patient to talk to about voting. I was able to connect her with a woman in Oregon who happened to be following this blog! I managed … Continue reading →

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AgingWise October newsletter

Posted on October 1, 2020 by Jim deMaine
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Falls, laughter and more as we age

Posted on September 23, 2020 by Jim deMaine

On Thursday, September 24 – TOMORROW – as part of the National Falls Prevention Awareness Week, join us to learn about Senior Safety Score with Senior Fall Prevention Initiative’s Dr. Milton Curtis, MD! We’ll also hear from Dori Gillam of … Continue reading →

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Rioting in major cities across the U.S. has spread to Sarasota, a wealthy and artsy Florida retirement community.

Posted on September 19, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P. for this “news” 🙂 Protesters marching in Florida’s ritzy Sarasota led to widespread rioting and looting.  Items taken were limited to laxatives, vitamins, hearing aid batteries, reading glasses, energy drinks, designer masks and surgical stockings. The … Continue reading →

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Are you trying to staying alive long enough to vote? Please talk to this NYT writer.

Posted on September 15, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Katie Hafner, who writes for the New York Times, would like to do a story about people’s wish to at least stay alive long enough to vote! She writes in an email: “This incredible tweet of my husband’s inspired me to … Continue reading →

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AgeWise King County

Posted on September 1, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Al MacR. sent along this bulletin. Please note the section about the always active Barb W. – Skyliner on the go!

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AgeWise – King County

Posted on August 3, 2020 by Jim deMaine
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King Lear, dementia and elder care – upcoming event

Posted on May 25, 2020 by Jim deMaine

A dramatic reading of scenes from King Lear as a catalyst for guided discussions about elder care and family dynamics. Thu, June 11, 2020 (4 PM – 6:30 PM PDT) About this Event – Free. Click here to register and … Continue reading →

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30 facts about life in Japan

Posted on January 27, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Gordon G. Can we learn?

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“When My Time Comes” — Diane Rehm at Town Hall

Posted on January 24, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Ed Note: Diane Rehm’s previous book and presentation at Town Hall discussed her husband’s death from voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED). She continues to explore end-of-life choices. Skyline author Tom Preston was a pioneer in patient choice in the … Continue reading →

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New twist on Social Security phone scam

Posted on January 24, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Barb W. for sending this along. The Inspector General of Social Security is warning the public that phone scammers may email faked letters or reports that appear to be from Social Security or Social Security’s Inspector General to … Continue reading →

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The art of complaining

Posted on January 13, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Comment: My dad, when confined to a wheel chair in a nursing home knew that his situation was far from ideal. He so strongly missed my mom. He got some pastoral help and also benefited from a low dose antidepressant. … Continue reading →

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Socializing, pain and depression study

Posted on January 8, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Dealing with pain can be a significant barrier to staying socially active, but there may be other options for socializing beyond in-person contact that can be beneficial for older adults’ well-being. To find out if pain encourages older adults to … Continue reading →

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CARE RECIPIENT Q&A ON PREFERENCES REVEALS SURPRISING ANSWERS

Posted on January 8, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Are older adults receiving the type of long-term services and supports (LTSS) they want? A recent study examines whether LTSS preferences match the care arrangements that older adults have, and if this relates to quality of life. The sample of … Continue reading →

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Older People Need Geriatricians. Where Will They Come From?

Posted on January 4, 2020 by Jim deMaine

By Paula Span in the NYT: Linda Poskanzer was having a tough time in her late 60s. “I was not doing well emotionally,” she recalled. “Physically, I didn’t have any stamina. I was sleeping a lot. I wasn’t getting to … Continue reading →

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A Change in Medicare Has Therapists Alarmed

Posted on December 3, 2019 by Jim deMaine

From the NYT: Medicare revamped its reimbursement policy for physical, occupational and speech therapy in nursing homes. That has left some patients with less help. By Paula Span In late September, a woman in her 70s arrived at a skilled nursing … Continue reading →

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AgeWise King County

Posted on November 28, 2019 by Jim deMaine
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She should be at Skyline!

Posted on November 16, 2019 by Jim deMaine
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You’re Only as Old as You Feel

Posted on October 19, 2019 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Put B for sending this from London! From the NYT: Not long ago, Stephanie Heller, a New Jersey realtor, was leaving her gym after a workout when she noticed a woman in the parking lot struggling to bend … Continue reading →

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The Thin Edge of Dignity – life of one resident in Assisted Living

Posted on October 5, 2019 by Jim deMaine
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This amazing, animated chart shows the aging of America

Posted on October 4, 2019 by Jim deMaine

From the Washington Post: This is a mesmerizing little animation created by Bill McBride of Calculated Risk. It shows the distribution of the U.S. population by age over time, starting at 1900 and ending with Census Bureau forecasts between now and 2060. … Continue reading →

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