What is Universal Design?

What is Universal Design?

Universal design is a philosophy of design that recognizes, and attempts to accommodate the broadest possible spectrum of human ability in the design of all products and environments. It requires sensitivity to, and knowledge about people of all ages and...
Where we are today

Where we are today

1 to 100 we are all aging! For the first time in history the number of people 65 years of age and older exceeds the number of people 15 years and younger. Advances in medicine and science are helping people to live 10 to 20 to 30 years longer than prior generations,...
What is aging in place?

What is aging in place?

The Center for Disease Control defines aging in place as “the ability to live in one’s own home and community safely, independently, and comfortably, regardless of age, income, or ability level.” An AARP poll determined that 95% of people age 65+...
Senior Lifestyle Fair

Senior Lifestyle Fair

The Tulsa Police Department Financial Crime Unit is putting on their third annual Senior Lifestyle Fair next Tuesday at the Tulsa Fairgrounds between 8:30 and 1:00. This year the event is being called a “one-stop shop” for everything senior citizens need...
support and help for family caregivers

support and help for family caregivers

AARP has just published a report of their research into the needs of caregivers and those that need care called “Caregiving Innovation Frontiers”. It poses these compelling questions – “Where can I find reliable help with meals and...
What are blue zones?

What are blue zones?

“A Blue Zone is a region of the world where people commonly live active lives past the age of 100 years. Scientists and demographers have classified these longevity hot-spots by having common healthy traits and life practices that result in higher-than-normal...