Nation May 29 How cutting Medicaid could upend long-term care for many older Americans By Hannah Grabenstein
Nation Oct 22 How Asian Americans are filling the gaps in care for their elderly parents Almost two-thirds of Asian American and Pacific Islander caregivers felt that they did not have a choice in becoming a caregiver, according to the AARP. These groups are trying to offer more culturally competent resources to their communities. By Frances Kai-Hwa Wang
Health May 11 Watch 8:06 How intergenerational connections help older Americans stay happier and healthier America’s population is older than it’s ever been, according to U.S. Census Bureau data. About 18 percent of Americans are at least 65 years old, a number that’s projected to hit 28 percent in 30 years. And as that demographic… By Ali Rogin, Lorna Baldwin, Kaisha Young
Health Mar 30 Watch 8:43 As America’s population ages, women shoulder the burden as primary caregivers Currently, 1 in 6 Americans is older than 65, a number that’s projected to rise to 1 in 4 by 2050. As older Americans’ needs for medical care and other support grow, women bear the biggest part of the burden… By Ali Rogin, Claire Mufson, Satvi Sunkara
Health Feb 18 Watch 4:29 Rethinking how we train caregivers for people with dementia According to the Alzheimer's Association, each year more than 11 million Americans look after family or friends with various forms of dementia, unpaid and usually untrained. The lack of proper training can negatively affect the health of these caregivers. Teepa… By John Yang, Harry Zahn
Oct 10 Watch 7:22 LGBTQ seniors fear discrimination when searching for housing By Ivette Feliciano Many LGBTQ+ seniors who live in long-term care communities and senior housing are fearful of being mistreated, refused care, neglected, or abused—with some even re-closeting themselves for safety. In many states, it's still legal to deny access to housing and… Continue watching
Oct 20 COVID-19 is taking a huge emotional toll on nursing home residents By Liz Seegert, Next Avenue A new survey looked at how isolation during the pandemic is affecting the mental health of nursing home residents. Continue reading
Jun 23 Elder abuse appears to be climbing during the pandemic, experts say By Grace Birnstengel, Next Avenue Many older adults have become more vulnerable as they've faced increased isolation during the pandemic. Continue reading
May 26 Watch 10:20 COVID-19 has made life much harder for family caregivers. Here are some of their stories The number of Americans providing unpaid care for loved ones has been rising in recent years. The coronavirus pandemic and the associated shutdowns have made these difficult roles that much harder, increasing isolation and limiting resources. We hear stories from… Continue watching
May 19 Watch 6:35 Why American nursing homes have been hit so hard by coronavirus By Lisa Desjardins Nursing homes across the country are facing a desperate situation during the coronavirus pandemic. In 17 states, more than half of reported COVID-19 deaths have been at these facilities. Chronic staffing shortages, made worse by the virus, and inadequate infection… Continue watching