Older adults staying at home
Do older people live alone?
The number of Americans over age 85 is increasing faster than for any other age group. Women continue to outnumber men at older ages. Among people over 100 years old, 85% are women—but the gap between men and women is narrowing. The proportion of older adults living alone increases with advancing age. TODAY’S LIFE almosthalf live alone.
How often should older adults be active?
That’s why health experts say that older adults should be regularly active throughout each week to maintain optimal health. Research shows the benefits of physical activity go beyond physical well-being. Exercise and physical activity help support emotional and mental health.
Will older adults live longer than ever before?
In addition, older adults will live longer than ever before: One out of every four 65-year-olds today will live past age 90. This demographic shift has moved the focus of re-searchers, health care providers, and policymakers from how to extend the lifespan to ways to improve the quality of our later years.
Is physical activity good for older adults?
Regular physical activity over long periods of time can produce long-term health benefits. That’s why health experts say that older adults should be regularly active throughout each week to maintain optimal health. Research shows the benefits of physical activity go beyond physical well-being.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises older adults to: •tay homeS • you do need to go out in public, stay at If least 6 feet apart from others and wear a simple cloth face covering to help prevent the spread of the disease to others •void high-touch surfaces like elevator A buttons, door handles and counters.
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Among older adults, the National Academy of Sciences3 reports that social isolation can lead to an increased likelihood of dementia (50 percent), heart disease (29 percent)4 and stroke (32 percent), while loneliness can lead to higher rates of depression, anxiety and suicide. Recognizing Social Isolation in Yourself and Others
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older adults stay engaged and connected. The following pages contain content and ideas of technology and online resources available to meet the emotional and social needs of older adults. We would like to recognize and acknowledge our Front Porch staff and caregivers for contributing to the creation of this Resource Guide, and
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OLDER ADULTS: STAYING SAFE, HEALTHY and ENGAGED Follow these practices while you are at home during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak. Most important is protecting yourself from the virus by doing the following. Wash your hands often with soap and water or hand sanitizer for at least 20 seconds. Cover your coughs and sneezes
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— Institute on Aging’s Friendship Line: (800) 971-0016 — AARP Friendly Voices: (888) 281-0145 (English) or (888) 497-4108 (Spanish) Stay Active, Mentally and Physically • Move more and sit less. Make a point to move frequently during the day, even if it’s just a few gentle stretches or laps around your home. If you can walk outside, keeping
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older people lose the ability to do things on their own. Regular physical activity over long periods of time can produce long-term health benefits. That’s why health experts say that older adults should be regularly active throughout each week to maintain optimal health. Get Fit for Life | 13. mental health
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