Healthy @ Home

Further information about the study may be obtained by contacting Linda L. Barrett, Ph.D., at 202-434-6197. Generally, caregivers give providers high marks.

March 1, 2008 · 1 min · 22 words · Christopher Travis

Jack of Hearts

He has embodied the life force itself, and the conflict between the urges for freedom and connection. Nicholson used to unapologetically declare his fondness for mind-altering substances and encouraged his reputation as an incurable ladies man. This is a guy who worries about humanity during bouts of insomnia at three in the morning. Q:The Bucket Listis about two guys facing deathnot your usual Hollywood subject matter. A: The adventurous part, for me, was how do you make death funny?...

January 10, 2008 · 2 min · 422 words · Bryan Shields

Are Americans Talking with Their Parents About Independent Living: A 2007 Study Among Boomer Women

For more information, contact Laura Skufca, M.A., at 202-434-6285.

November 1, 2007 · 1 min · 9 words · Andrew Cantu

Preplanning and Prepaying for Funeral and Burial Expenses

Additional key findings indicate that: The survey was conducted by International Communications Research in May 2007. Further information about the survey may be obtained by contacting Lona Choi-Allum at 202-434-6333. The helpline, staffed by trained specialists, helps victims manage their emotions and avoid scams.

November 1, 2007 · 1 min · 44 words · David Richardson

Exploring the Role of Cost Benefit Analysis in Government Regulations

Critics argue that cost-benefit analysis is a seriously flawed basis for this purpose.

September 12, 2007 · 1 min · 13 words · Michele Fields

Multi-Stakeholder Views Across the G7 Countries on the Aging Workforce

How prepared are the worlds leading economies to address and respond to this changing dynamic? Further information may be obtained by contacting S. Kathi Brown of AARP Research at 202-434-6296. Benefits can still fall short. Workers and Employers Gain from Health and Wellness Benefits Offering health and wellness benefits to workers also benefits employers. Yoga, meditation, and relaxation training also improve employees' brain health. This study explores AI’s impact on the future of work....

September 1, 2007 · 1 min · 74 words · Kimberly Benson

A Great City for Older Adults: An AARP Survey on the Strengths and Challenges of Growing Old in Burlington

Vermont’s Burlington Livable Community Project is a collaborative approach to planning for the demands that an aging population will place on the city, its residents and its resources. The project is led by AARP Vermont in cooperation with the city and a group of some 30 community stakeholder organizations. The multi-year effort aims to provide direction, assess needs and resources and develop recommendations in the areas of housing, transportation and mobility, and community engagement....

January 1, 2007 · 3 min · 437 words · Melissa Jackson

The Costs of Long-Term Care: Public Perceptions Versus Reality in 2006--AARP Fact Sheet

Americans age 45-plus know less about long-term care than they think they do. They underestimate, or simply do not know, what long-term care costs. They often think long-term care will be covered by public programs when it may not be covered. People may also believe they have long-term care insurance when they probably do not. Yet, the need for long-term care is expected to increase. The costs of long-term care are also increasing....

December 1, 2006 · 1 min · 93 words · Wesley Rodriguez

State Fact Sheets for Grandparents and Other Relatives Raising Children

Many of these grandparents have assumed this responsibility without the parent of the child being in the home. To enter the Fact Sheet for a particular state, hit the state name below.

July 1, 2006 · 1 min · 32 words · Marcus Taylor

2006 Utah Transportation Survey: Aging and Mobility

Most older adults are not aware of them.

June 1, 2006 · 1 min · 8 words · Savannah Sanchez

Opinions on the Federal Budget Among U.S. Adults

Candidates, take note.

January 1, 2006 · 1 min · 3 words · Dr. Andrew Smith

9 empleos que pagan más de $100,000

Por estudios no te preocupes, es mas importante el talento y la suerte. Tambien exige creatividad y mucha precision para sincronizar imagenes y sonidos. La cantidad depende del estado donde trabajes. En 2014, dos de cada tres eranfreelancers. Pero se recomienda que hayas trabajado en casinos y tengas licencia para manejar juegos de azar.

September 20, 2005 · 1 min · 54 words · Heather Hall

Sexuality at Midlife and Beyond: 2004 Update of Attitudes and Behaviors

Sex for older people is taboo in some societies and, if not taboo, it is ignored. The conclusions for the general 45+ population were based on the nationwide sample of 1,682 respondents.

May 26, 2005 · 1 min · 32 words · Kayla Miller