September 2022

A recent article in N ature: Aging reports research evidence about risk and protective factors for elder abuse in Canada. In the past year, 10% of older Canadians experienced some form of abuse, and those most vulnerable were experiencing cognitive, physical or mental health challenges, had experienced childhood maltreatment, were in shared living arrangements. Black adults were at greater risk of financial abuse. Having social support systems (e.g. including tangible support, affection,...

@IsaiahGarza/TikTok To read more of Annie Renneau's article, please click here. Isaiah Garza knows a thing or two about struggle. Having lived in poverty and been in and out of homelessness growing up, the Los Angeles-based designer, entrepreneur, philanthropist and public speaker hasn't traveled an easy road, but has always felt compelled to make life better for others and inspire future generations. Thanks to Rihanna being photographed wearing one of his jewelry designs on the cover of a...

By Judith Graham Millions of older adults are having trouble making ends meet, especially during these inflationary times. Yet many don’t realize help is available, and some notable programs that offer financial assistance are underused. A few examples: Nearly 14 million adults age 60 or older qualify for aid from the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (also known as food stamps) but haven’t signed up, according to recent estimates. Also, more than 3 million adults 65 or older...