Guides and Information
The Aging Information Center at Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services is a free clearinghouse for aging and disability issues. Browse below for advice and guidance on common questions and concerns .
The Aging Information Center at Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services is a free clearinghouse for aging and disability issues. Browse below for advice and guidance on common questions and concerns .
A: Most studies are cautious about answering this question. One recent report by the Lancet Commission on Dementia Prevention and Care concluded that one-third of dementia cases could potentially be prevented through better management of […]
Read MoreA: Here’s a brief overview of how the pieces fit together: The two original parts are called Medicare A and B; Medicare A primarily covers hospitalization and Part B is for outpatient medical services, like […]
Read MoreChange is one of the few constants in life, and because of that it’s important to be mindful of Medicare Open Enrollment, even if you’re satisfied with your current coverage. Medicare is a great program […]
Read MoreIf you’re providing in-home care for a person with Alzheimer’s disease, the National Institute on Aging has created a 44 page booklet with a checklist to make each room in your home a safer environment. […]
Read MoreFalls are not a normal part of aging, but they are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for older Americans. In fact, falls result in more than 2.8 million injuries treated in emergency […]
Read MoreA: Malnutrition is very prevalent among older adults and it’s a very important issue. Data from the Nestle Nutrition Institute puts overall prevalence of malnutrition of people over the age of 65 at 22.6%. The […]
Read MoreBy Colleen Morrissey Providing dementia care can be a challenge, but at Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services (SCES) we help caregivers identify services that help maximize independence and quality of life for both themselves and the people […]
Read MoreA: No, sciatic pain does not have to be a chronic condition. The medical condition called “sciatica” is a major cause of work absenteeism and a major financial burden to both employers and our health […]
Read MoreBy Colleen Morrissey Meals on Wheels is one of the best-known supports for older adults in America. The program operates in nearly every community nationwide, providing nutritious food in part through funding from the Older […]
Read MoreBy Marie Mazzeo The primary role of the volunteer Medical Escort program at Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services (SCES) is helping older adults who cannot travel alone get to and from medical appointments. Say you need […]
Read MoreA: If you take Social Security at age 65, you automatically get put into Medicare. Unfortunately the retirement age is now 66 and if you wait until then to take Social Security, you’ll likely need […]
Read MoreA: Retirement can have good and bad impacts on health. One study by the National Bureau of Economic Research concluded that complete retirement leads to a 5-16% increase in difficulties associated with mobility and daily […]
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