Elderly Health

Us & Them Encore: Who’s Going To Take Care Of Maw Maw?

West Virginia is aging faster than the rest of the nation. More than 1 in 5 residents are over 65, and as young people leave the state, the gap between those who need care and those who can provide it keeps growing. At the same time, elder care has shifted from nursing homes to home-based support — but there aren’t enough workers to keep up. Us & Them explores the looming caregiving crisis and what it means for families, workers and the future of care.

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Annual Program Connecting Seniors With Free, Local Produce Now Open

Residents of West Virginia ages 60 and up can now receive free vouchers for locally-grown produce as part of an annual summertime program.

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Alzheimer’s Report Finds 10% Of W.Va.’s Elderly Population Have It

A new report found more than 10 percent of West Virginians over the age 65 have Alzheimer's.

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WVU Researchers Seek Participants For Telehealth Study

A study will measure the effectiveness of telehealth as a means for patients to remain at home while managing their care.

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