Pandemic Lessons from the Most Vulnerable

We have endured (and grown to loathe) the mandated social distancing required to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus. But during these scary times, we have embraced a digital togetherness, connecting with loved ones and clients across platforms from Facebook to Zoom.   By necessity, nonprofits such as ours quickly

Informal Caregiving: Staying Connected During Social Distancing

Across Minnesota and much of the world, we are living in a temporary new normal of caution, quarantine and social distancing. But with the Governor’s recent stay-at-home order in place, it is imperative we remember that social distancing does not and should not equate to social isolation, especially for our

How We Can All Support LGBTQ Seniors

As we age, all of us will face challenges. Finding affordable, high quality home services, accessing health care, and staying connected to our communities are just a few hurdles older adults face when striving to live fulfilling, enriched lives. These challenges, however, grow significantly when one is part of the

Look Out For Your Older Neighbors This Winter

We know there are very real emotional, mental and physical health risks that come with social isolation in seniors. It can lead to higher blood pressure levels, higher rates of mortality and a quicker cognitive decline. The debilitating consequences of this are only amplified when compounded with the physical isolation

Self-Driving Vehicles: The Future of Inclusive Transportation?

  By CEO Deb Taylor Autonomous, or self-driving, vehicle technology has been dominating the conversation surrounding the future of transportation infrastructure in our country. This often evokes images of a fleet of driverless cars and buses conveniently available for efficient transportation, free from user-error. While the most common concern raised

Understanding Ageism in Healthcare

Healthcare is a central piece in the puzzling journey of a happy and healthy life. We all require quality medical care for everything from stitches to chronic disease, and each life stage brings new issues that require unique forms of care. With older age, one might begin to feel the