Ageism / Dementia / Alzheimer’s / Memory Loss / Depression / Driving / Stopping Driving / Healthy Aging & Wellness / Mental Health Topics / Sexual Health / Sleep / Insomnia / Substance Use

10 Myths & Facts About Aging and Mental Health

January 19, 2023

Many people dread growing older based on assumptions they have about aging. As we age and find ourselves spending time with older adults, it is important to understand what is…

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January 19, 2023

Depression / Difficult Conversations / Mental Health Topics / Suicide Prevention

Recommendations for Screening Older Patients for Depression

January 7, 2023

Depression is a medical condition that impacts more than 7 million adults over the age of 65. Depression can affect mental, physical, emotional and spiritual well-being.   Why is screening…

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January 7, 2023

Depression / Mental Health Topics

Signs of Depression in Older Adults

January 5, 2023

There's a phenomenon that occurs as we age that we actually become more resilient over time. That in fact, the experience of moving through adversity and managing emotional storms, losses,…

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January 5, 2023

Gain resources for caring for adults with autism and other disabilities

Caregiving Tips / Disability / Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion for Older Adults / Interviews with Aging Experts / Mental Health Topics

Caring for Adults with Autism and Other Disabilities

March 30, 2021

Over 75% of adults with developmental disabilities live at home with family. There is a growing population of aging caregivers of adults with developmental disabilities, in part due to increased…

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March 30, 2021

Caregiving Tips / Helping Aging Parents / Mental Health Topics

Caregiver Support: How To Care For and Help A Caregiver?

March 29, 2021

If you have an aging parent who is a primary caregiver it can be hard to know what to say and do. Caregivers, especially spouses, may be hesitant to ask…

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March 29, 2021

Caregiving Tips / Dementia / Alzheimer’s / Memory Loss / Helping Aging Parents

6 Role Transitions Along the Caregiver’s Journey 

March 17, 2021

Understanding the role transitions along the caregiver's journey will help you to gain clarity with the common struggles and what you can do about them. Knowing that you’re not alone…

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March 17, 2021

Assisted Living / Senior Living / Caregiving Tips / Helping Aging Parents

How to Support Elderly Parents Moving to Assisted Living

February 23, 2021

Helping aging parents move into a senior living or assisted living environment can be overwhelming, and emotions can easily escalate. Here are 12 tips for managing those emotions during difficult…

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February 23, 2021

Caregiving Tips / Dementia / Alzheimer’s / Memory Loss / Helping Aging Parents / Mental Health Topics

Aging Parent Calling Too Many Times a Day? 5 Next Steps

February 13, 2021

Dear Dr. Koepp, My 85 year old dad is calling me multiple times a day. It’s interrupting my time at work. Sometimes he needs something. Sometimes, he just wants to…

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February 13, 2021

Assisted Living / Senior Living / Caregiving Tips / Helping Aging Parents

Help for Caregiver Guilt with Nursing Home Placement

January 26, 2021

Have you helped your loved one move to a senior living or assisted living community only to find that in the midst of experiencing relief that your loved one is…

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January 26, 2021

Assisted Living / Senior Living / Caregiving Tips / Difficult Conversations / Helping Aging Parents

6 Tips for Starting an Assisted Living Conversation

January 19, 2021

There may come a time when you're faced with the conversation of talking with your aging parents about moving into a senior living or assisted living community. Many people dread…

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January 19, 2021

Ageism / COVID-19 Pandemic / Healthy Aging & Wellness / Mental Health Topics

Older Adults Are Proving To Be Resilient During the Pandemic

January 5, 2021

When we think of older adults during COVID, images of older adults living in long-term care communities sheltering in place with hands pressed against windows trying to connect with loved…

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January 5, 2021

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion for Older Adults / HIV & Aging / LGTBQ+ / Medical & Health Care / Mental Health Topics / Sexual Health

HIV and Aging: Facts About Stigma, Mental Health, and Hope

December 1, 2020

In honor of world AIDS day on 12/1, I am devoting today’s episode to HIV and Aging. And, yes. HIV is an important topic when it comes to aging. An…

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December 1, 2020