Dr. Shields is a physical therapist with a background in English Literature and a passion for healthcare and education. She hopes to combine her clinical expertise with her love of writing, establish ...

Bay Area organizations and programs dedicated to helping older adults feel more comfortable using technology offer classes in ...

Fairfax County is offering a new virtual reality program that teaches empathy for older adults. Exploring the Dimensions of ...

Researchers find that muscular strength, as measured with two simple tests and independent of aerobic exercise, is a key ...

Older Americans are losing billions of dollars annually to financial exploitation. Banks and investment firms are training employees to spot red flags and stop the transactions. By Paula Span The ...

Beyond the known benefits of physical activity in the general population, there is mounting evidence to support physical function interventions to improve quality of life, and even disease control in ...

Beginning February 2, 2026, Single Assessment Referrals will be the required statewide process for determining eligibility for children’s medium- and high-intensity behavioral health services, under ...

The Trump administration has restored promised funds to a program that teaches people in health care how to work with aging Americans. By Paula Span In St. Louis, a team of students aboard a ...

Strength training is key to staying healthy as people age, with experts recommending working major muscle groups at least two days per week. Marfred Suazo, a fitness professional known as Fonz the ...

Exercise is widely regarded as an essential component of health for older adults — particularly strength training. Health agencies recommend that adults get at least 150 minutes per week of ...

Exercise is widely regarded as an essential component of health for older adults — particularly strength training. Health agencies recommend that adults get at least 150 minutes per week of ...