New report about dementia now available
February 5, 2015
RICHMOND – Virginia should prepare for an increase in the number of residents suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia, state officials say.
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Supporting those who care for others
November 5, 2014
One in 10 Americans over age 65 and almost half of those over 85 have Alzheimer’s disease or a related type of dementia (loss of
The beatitudes and a prayer for caregivers
July 3, 2014
I don’t recall my late wife, Monica, and I ever apologizing to Jesus or the evangelist Matthew for plagiarizing and doing a little rewriting of
Pastoral care for older adults
October 2, 2013
The Bible, in passages like Proverbs 16:31, glorifies old age. “Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is gained by a life that is
Couples married for decades share longevity secrets
September 4, 2013
DETROIT – Every year dioceses across the country honor couples who have been married 25 or 50 years or more with special Masses. And inevitably,
Should you move in with your child?
March 3, 2010
When older people are living alone, there may be concerns about their physical well-being, emotional well-being, or both. Particularly in situations where they are having
The final move
September 9, 2009
I hate moving. I especially hate it when I am moving somebody else’s stuff. But that is what I was doing. Schlepping boxes around in
America’s retirees work to protect health care benefits they earned
May 6, 2009
Retirees and baby boomers throughout the nation are wondering with great trepidation, what would happen to them if their health care coverage were simply taken
Don’t go it alone: advice on financial planning for senior years
January 1, 1970
DETROIT – Although planning for a financially sound retirement can be an overwhelming process, it doesn’t have to be if people start making decisions about
Parish programs aim to narrow the generation gap
January 1, 1970
DETROIT – Although so much of today’s education takes place in segregated age groups, some parishes are bucking that trend by offering intergenerational faith formation
