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Intergenerational interactions boost physical, mental health
By RITA C. MABLI

Living options for older adults in the region have expanded over the past decade. Independent-living communities, assisted-living residences and nursing-care facilities allow older adults to match their lifestyle and medical needs to housing and support services. Regardless of the setting, however, the physical and mental health of older adults can be improved by maintaining social ties to younger generations.

Assisted living offers new sense of freedom
By MARYLYN KUSEK

To move or not to move to an assisted-living senior residence? That is the question being posed to many people in their late 70s and early 80s. It's a big decision, but not as difficult as one might think. The decision to move from the family home to an independent- and assisted-living senior residence is intertwined with both emotion and logic. The emotional aspect includes coming to terms with the sale of a home filled with a lifetime of memories. The logical aspect is a newfound sense of freedom and an opportunity to socialize and enjoy new pursuits with peers.

Who pays for long-term care?
By STEVE RANDBY

Until age 65, most people's health insurance is either privately purchased or provided (in whole or in part) by an employer, union or association. Beginning at age 65, most Americans enroll in Medicare, the federal government's insurance program for seniors. Because it is widely available and economical compared to private health coverage, Medicare is used by the vast majority of seniors.

Pre-planning a funeral
Peace of mind for you and your loved ones
By MICHAEL L. ROSENTHAL and KEVIN COHEN

Imagine you have been in the hospital all night visiting with and caring for your loved one. You've been making trips between home and hospital for the last few weeks and have put your responsibilities on the back burner.

The burgeoning tragedy of elder abuse
BY JOHN GOLDEN

In a mailing blitz targeting the public places and businesses frequented by senior citizens, Westchester County last month launched a community education campaign in an ongoing effort by a public and private partnership to curb elder abuse, a growing and often hidden national problem.

City OKs site plans for senior living project
By BRYAN F. YURCAN

The North Street Community senior living project received site-plan approval from the White Plains Common Council last week in a 6-1 vote. Construction is expected to get under way by September.

Getting older? Get more active
Fitness pros tout benefits of exercise, no matter the level
BY KATHY KAHN

Life begins at 40. Or does it?

Ironically, America's older population seems to be slowing, despite glitzy ads and commercials showing young, vigorous seniors touting the benefits of yogurt and Pilates.