Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.
According to the Alzheimer's Association, 6 in 10 people with dementia will wander at least once, making programs like Silver Alerts critical. Understanding **what triggers a Silver Alert** is the first step toward knowing how to help during an emergency.
According to the American Medical Association, all individuals possess a fundamental right to be free from unreasonable bodily restraint. However, this is not an absolute right, and it is crucial to understand its limitations. This article explores the legal, ethical, and practical considerations concerning whether a person's right to be free from restraint is unconditional.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2020, there were approximately 48 million licensed drivers aged 65 and older in the United States. An important and often debated question arises concerning public safety and personal mobility: Why should senior citizens retake the driving test?
While there is no legal age for when people should stop driving, statistics show that drivers aged 70 and older are more likely to crash per mile driven than any other age group besides drivers under 25. This guide will explore the factors that determine when it's time to hang up the keys, shifting the focus from age to ability and safety.
