Tomorrow: Radio Interview with Dementia Expert Teepa Snow

08 Wednesday May 2013

Posted by in Activities for Your Loved One, Events, Helpful Resources, Mother's Day, Tips

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Senior Helpers is proud to announce that renowned dementia expert Teepa Snow is scheduled tomorrow at 8:30 am on WSNY Radio (Sunny 95) at 94.7 FM, Columbus, OH.  I’m assuming listening online is also an option: Sunny 95 Online Radio.

Snow will share insight and advice with families and caregivers who want to celebrate Mother’s Day despite cognitive changes taking place in their loved one. She will provide recommendations for appropriate activities based on where Mom falls along the scale derived from the Senior Gems® program.

 

May: Older Americans Month

08 Wednesday May 2013

Posted by in Facts & Figures

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Did you know that in 1963, President Kennedy designated the month of May as Senior Citizens Month? Now known as Older Americans Month, it’s a time to honor and celebrate the over 40 million Americans who are 65 years young and beyond.

A few interesting facts, courtesy of the U.S. Census Bureau:

92 million – Projected population of people 65 and older in 2060

The year 2056 – First time (ever) the population 65 and older would outnumber people younger than 18

9.2 million – Estimated number of Americans in age 65 and up (in 2011) who are veterans

81.1% – Percentage of people age 65 and older in 2012 who had completed their high school (or higher) education

44.3% – Of those 65 and older who worked in 2011, 44.3% worked full-time, year-round.

58% – Percentage of Americans age 65 and older who were married in 2012.

80.7% – Percentage of those 65 and older who owned their homes at the end of 2012.

53,364 – The number of Americans 100 years old and older counted at the time of the 2010 Census.

…and last but not least…this one is rather astounding…

20.7 – In 2010, for every 100 centenarian women, there were just 20.7 centenarian men.

Now, go hug a senior and tell them how much you appreciate them!!

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

07 Tuesday May 2013

Posted by in Blogging, Mom, Mother's Day, Smiles, Support system

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100Today, my little blog hit a huge milestone – 100 followers!!

Thank you so much to everyone who stops by and a special thanks to my followers!

I started The Long and Winding Road in February, 2012. My intention was to create a place where people could come for ALZ information and support, and just to know that they weren’t alone in what they were feeling or experiencing. I had learned so much over the years, and it only made sense to share that knowledge in the hope of making the life of another family just a tiny bit easier.

The blog has also served as a form of (FREE!!) therapy for me… a way to make some semblance of order out of the seemingly uncontrollable chaos that ALZ brings with it. As time went on, I began to realize that I treasured having so many memories – good and bad – documented. Sometimes when I read old entries, I honestly feel as though I’m reading about someone else… that can’t be my mom… or my life!

But, it was, and it is. And, if there’s one way I can honor my mom and keep her memory alive, it’s to continue to fight the battle, educate the masses, and support families living with the disease right now. Hmmm, it seems especially fitting that the blog would hit the 100 follower milestone the week of Mother’s Day… Love you Mom!! ♥