The coronavirus pandemic presents new challenges to senior care, but with some planning and determination, the risk can be mitigated, according to experts from the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology.
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Category: Caregiving
National Suicide Prevention Week: Social connectedness makes a difference at all ages
During National Suicide Prevention Week, Professor Elizabeth Zelinski discusses the need for better mental health supports for older adults.
Donna Benton Named to California’s Master Plan for Aging Stakeholder Advisory Committee
Benton, director of the USC Family Caregiver Support Center, joins a group of civic leaders who will help to develop components of California's Master Plan for Aging.
Providing Care for Latino Caregivers in Los Angeles
The USC Family Caregiver Support Center, AARP, and 211 LA collaborate to give Latino caregivers in Los Angeles County the support they need.
For Alzheimer’s and dementia patients, thoughtful design can have big impact
New research reinforces the value of designing to maximize natural light, especially for aging adults with a variety of health issues, say USC architecture and gerontology experts.
Senior living professionals embrace change and innovation
2019 USC Senior Living Executive Course emphasizes the need to address affordability and better serve people of all cognitive abilities.
Documentary discusses caregiving issues with humor and heart
The USC Age-Friendly University Initiative hosts a campus screening of Care to Laugh, which follows stand-up comedian Jesus Trejo as he serves as the sole caregiver for his parents.
How do mobile apps help caregivers?
USC Leonard Davis study analyzes what kinds of applications are available for users caring for loved ones.
Designing homes and communities to promote independence for older adults
Professor of Architecture and Gerontology Victor Regnier's new book, "Housing Design for an Increasingly Older Population," offers relevant aging research and examples of age-friendly living environments.
How to transform homes and communities to support healthy aging
Experts at the 2018 Morton Kesten Summit explain what works, what needs improvement, and what’s next.