Life changes that take place as we get older may affect our mental health, causing feelings of uneasiness, stress, and sadness. Losing loved ones and relationships, experiencing grief, and dealing with the effects of chronic illnesses can all impact our emotional well being. While experiencing some emotional stress is a normal part of aging, older […]
Connecting with the right physical and mental health services is vital to aging successfully. Yet, it can sometimes be challenging to get the care we need and to understand the treatments we are given. Many in our communities face the added responsibility of navigating this care without the support of spouses and children. Being a […]
Presented by the LGBT Elder Initiative and Bebashi Nearly 330,000 people are estimated to be diagnosed with breast cancer each year in the United States. While the disease is often random, it is important to be aware of risk factors such as family history and age in order to have informed conversations with doctors and […]