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Gerontology Stories

November 5, 2007

The hidden patient

hidden.gifMore than 15 million Americans care for a family member with a disability or illness, such as Alzheimer's disease. Caregiving exacts a heavy toll. Researchers have found that caregivers are at greater risk for depression, anxiety and physical ailments. The REACH II program is offering some hope for those caring for loved ones with dementia. --by Adelheid Fischer

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February 20, 2007

Enabled by Design

More than 35 million Americans are age 65 and older. More than 20 million of those are women. Despite such demographic muscle, the needs of women in this age bracket are largely ignored in the marketplace. ASU's InnovationSpace program aims to change that. --by Adelheid Fischer

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