March 2011 - New Old Age at the New York Times

Counting Her Blessings

She can't remember exactly where we are; she can't remember exactly where we're going. But having lost the thread, she still relishes the count. Read More...

Published Thu, Mar 31 2011 5:42 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: dementia, Arts & Culture

The Caregiver's Bookshelf: How She Carries On

The heroine of "Emily, Alone" doesn't deny or resist her age. She only wants to see herself as capable. Read More...

Published Wed, Mar 30 2011 5:00 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: books, Arts & Culture

Packing Away a Delusion

Experts are always urging family members to "redirect" people with dementia, rather than point out their errors or argue with them. Sometimes that's not so easy. Read More...

Published Tue, Mar 29 2011 5:00 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: Uncategorized

A Place to Connect

At a senior center in Queens, elderly neighbors break from their isolation. Read More...

Published Sun, Mar 27 2011 6:25 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: Arts & Culture, senior centers

Aging Without Children

Many childless baby boomers wonder who will care for them. Read More...

Published Fri, Mar 25 2011 12:12 PM by The New Old Age

Filed under: Family Relationships, childlessness

Bifocals and Falls

A question for readers: If not bifocals, then what? Read More...

Published Thu, Mar 24 2011 8:33 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: Medical Issues, eyesight

Simple Rules for Better Sleep

Observing four easy guidelines helps older people get more sleep, a new study finds. Read More...

Published Wed, Mar 23 2011 8:11 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: News & Research, sleep, Insomnia

One Caregiver v. One Stuffed Condo

A blogger chronicles a long effort to clean out her grandfather's Florida condo. Read More...

Published Mon, Mar 21 2011 7:26 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: hoarding, Arts & Culture

A Few Tax Tips for the Elderly

Some deductions may not be obvious to the elderly and their caregivers. Read More...

Published Fri, Mar 18 2011 5:00 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: Finances & Legalities

The Curtain Rises on the Class Act

Regulators have begun to float details on the implementation of the Class Act. Read More...

Published Thu, Mar 17 2011 7:50 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: long-term care, News & Research, class act

Losing Sight, Then Losing Touch

Macular degeneration affects nearly a quarter of adults over age 80. Read More...

Published Wed, Mar 16 2011 9:35 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: Medical Issues, eyesight, support groups

For Elderly Muslims, Few Care Options Outside the Home

Many Muslims are reluctant to consider placing an elderly family member in a nursing home, few of which are able to meet their cultural needs. Read More...

Published Tue, Mar 15 2011 9:27 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: nursing homes, Arts & Culture, Religion, Muslims

Emergency Rooms Built With the Elderly in Mind

Hospitals nationwide are trying to redefine the E.R. experience for the elderly by building facilities dedicated solely to their needs. Read More...

Published Mon, Mar 14 2011 6:00 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: Health Care, hospitals, emergency care

Credit Card Debt That Outlives Mom

An elderly parent dies with outstanding credit card bills. Who's responsible? Read More...

Published Thu, Mar 10 2011 5:00 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: Finances & Legalities, debt

Forgetting the Gift

With a little help, my mother remembered my birthday. But what if one day she cannot remember me? Read More...

Published Wed, Mar 09 2011 6:41 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: dementia, Arts & Culture, Alzheimer's