Aging category: 2173 books

In 2011, the first of the 76 million baby boomers--nearly a quarter of the US population--began turning 65. Every day for the next fifteen years, over ten thousand of them will celebrate that birthday. And for the first time in history, this generation will enjoy many years post-career pursing meaning...

Baby Boomers are becoming aware that they are experiencing a different type of retirement than the previous generation. Compared to other generations, these confident and independent Baby Boomers admit that: + They need more money than their parents' generation to live comfortably. + Their...

These Are Some Of The Tips You Will Find In The Book : * Iguana Care Like The Pro's * Planning A Comfortable Habitat For Your Iguana * Heating And Lighting For Your Iguana * Maintaining The Habits Humidity * Facts About The Desert Iguana * The Importance Of Proper Nutrition For Your Iguana *...

A collection of 86 practical activities for residents who are very impaired because of dementia or other severe disabilities. Just as with Activities for the Elderly, Volume 1, this book provides the therapist with instructions and helpful hints, as well as the therapeutic benefits for each activity.

In our youth oriented culture, Currier asks us to venerate the very old. Merely surviving to old age doesn’t guarantee wisdom; it may just be good genes. But if we listen, she says, our elders gift us with pure truth. After twenty five years as a nurse in Assisted Living, Currier has collected a trove...

Retire to the Life You Love invites you to embrace your future from the inside, out. Through its practical tools and real life examples, you gain clarity and confidence to be the unique individual you are and to do what is most important and joyful to you. This is a work of wisdom inspired by the...

Would you like to reduce your biological age by 10 or more years? Would you also like to look 10 or more years younger? Of course you would! Just because you are a senior it doesn’t mean you have to put up with any physical aches and pains. These can be prevented, managed and...

There is something great about A-list living and Routines and Rituals, the eighth book of a twenty-one book series (The Insiders' Lifestyle Guides), is just another step toward living the good life. It is not just in what the things you do for others, but more importantly, it is in the things you...

Too many people 'flunk' retirement--even after a lifetime of hard work. Why? Because they only plan on their financial needs, not their emotional ones as they move into the next phase of life. The key to a successful retirement lies in your personality, NOT in your bank account. My Next Phase--featured...

Can you make a resolution to live a healthier and happier life? These days, there’s no shortage of weight-loss programs or nutritional advice — media outlets are constantly releasing ‘late-breaking’ reports about dietary discoveries, many of which contradict previous recommendations. This...

With fifty fast approaching, author Sandra Hanson had surrendered to the middle age spread but a comment from a friend caused her to reconsider her verdict. After extensive research she developed a plan which led her to rediscover the body she had at twenty-five. Sandra shares her story in a humorous...

In this comprehensive and accessible guide, long-term care expert Stella Henry helps readers navigate the daunting logistics and powerful emotions of making care decisions for an elderly parent or loved one. Drawing from her 36 years as a registered nurse and a nursing home administrator, as well...

  Many grandparents in Ontario are raising their grandchildren. If you have taken on this important task, you are entitled to some assistance. This brochure provides legal information and a list of resources that may help you.

The menopause is a natural event in every woman’s life, yet it is often a source of anxiety and stress because we don’t know what to expect. That’s where this book can help. It presents key information about the menopause so you can choose the best course of action. Chapters explore...