New Old Age at the New York Times

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

Why It Takes So Long to Decide

A researcher discovers changes in our decision-making capabilities as we age. Read More...

Published Tue, Mar 08 2011 5:25 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: mental health, News & Research

The joint bank account is "everybody's default estate-planning tool," says one expert. But an alternative type of account, more useful to caregiving children and their parents, usually is available. Read More...

Published Fri, Mar 04 2011 6:09 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: Finances & Legalities, finances

Government Report Finds Elder Abuse on the Rise

A rising number of elder abuse cases threatens to overwhelm inadequately staffed adult protective service agencies in many states, according to a report released on Wednesday by the federal Government Accountability Office. Read More...

Published Thu, Mar 03 2011 1:10 PM by The New Old Age

Filed under: elder abuse, News & Research, abuse

Criminals in Nursing Homes

Nine in 10 nursing homes employ at least one person who has been convicted of a crime, according to new federal data. Read More...

Published Thu, Mar 03 2011 5:43 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: nursing homes, News & Research

For Women, Age Often Brings Isolation

Today's elderly women often have had far less experience navigating new social settings than their working daughters. Read More...

Published Thu, Mar 03 2011 5:00 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: Family Relationships, socializing

They Eat What They Want

Constantly badgered by the medical establishment, family and friends to adopt a healthier approach to food, the older gourmand soldiers on. Read More...

Published Wed, Mar 02 2011 6:20 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: Arts & Culture

How Race Complicates Care

Racial differences matter more in senior-care decisions than people may recognize, or care to talk about. Read More...

Published Wed, Mar 02 2011 5:55 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: Arts & Culture, race

When Dementia Drains the Pocketbook

Faced with the possibility that their parents have grown too confused to manage their own finances, many adult children turn to physicians. But often they are ill equipped to help cope with an elderly patient's financial problems. Read More...

Published Mon, Feb 28 2011 10:50 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: Finances & Legalities

A New Credential for Home Health Aides

The Direct Care Alliance sees its new testing program as key to elevating the home care work force, and families seeking to hire a competent caregiver stand to benefit too. Read More...

Published Fri, Feb 25 2011 12:27 PM by The New Old Age

Filed under: Uncategorized

When Elderly Drivers Must Stop Driving

Few questions are as fraught for doctors and families as: When is it time for someone with physical or cognitive problems to give up the car keys? Read More...

Published Tue, Feb 22 2011 10:32 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: Family Relationships, driving

Artwork From Experienced Hands

A gallery in Portland, Ore., provides an outlet for older artists. Read More...

Published Mon, Feb 21 2011 8:12 AM by The New Old Age

Filed under: Arts & Culture, art