by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Sep 2, 2021 | Aging, Family Living
The power of words is the bread and butter of professionals who work in fields such as marketing or translation. Would you rather purchase a homemade chocolate cake or a moist, rich chocolate cake? For the accurate translation of written text or verbal conversation...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Jul 30, 2021 | Aging, Safety, Sentinel Articles
Initiating a conversation with an older driver about his/her driving safety can create feelings of dread for family members. Not only is it uncomfortable to share with someone that it might not be safe to continue doing something that he/she has been doing for years,...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Jul 30, 2021 | Aging, Safety, Sentinel Articles
According to AAA, a typical driver makes 20 decisions per mile and has less than half of a second to respond to changes in the road. This fact has obvious implications for driver safety. These factors can be challenging for the most competent drivers. However, when a...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Jul 30, 2021 | Aging, Safety, Sentinel Articles
Driving safety is a sensitive issue for many older adults and their families. PennDOT reports that the number of drivers age 65 and older in our state has increased steadily over the last 10 years, from 1.6 million in 2010 to over 2.3 million in 2020. But age alone...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Jul 30, 2021 | Aging, Safety, Sentinel Articles
The stories are heart wrenching and often difficult to imagine, but the existence of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation is very real. The National Council on Aging (https://www.ncoa.org/article/get-the-facts-on-elder-abuse) estimates that 1 out of every 10...
by David D. Nesbit, Esq. | Jul 30, 2021 | Aging, Finances, Sentinel Articles
When is it the right time to . . . Often, I get this FAQ about numerous topics. Here is a variety pack of FAQ and some general guidelines. Have estate planning documents prepared or reviewed Everyone needs a last will and testament, power of attorney, and living...
