Aging

Ageism

Discrimination based on a person’s age, often targeting older adults in the workplace, healthcare, or social settings.

Alzheimer’s Disease

A progressive neurological disorder that causes memory loss, confusion, and changes in behavior, primarily affecting older adults.

Assisted Living

A residential facility that provides help with daily activities for individuals who need support but do not require full-time medical care.

Cognitive Decline

The gradual loss of intellectual abilities such as memory, learning, and reasoning, commonly associated with aging.

Dementia

A group of symptoms affecting memory, thinking, and social abilities, often caused by conditions like Alzheimer’s.

Elder Abuse

The physical, emotional, or financial abuse of an older person, often by a caregiver or family member.

Geriatrics

The branch of medicine focusing on the health care of elderly people and the treatment of age-related conditions.

Grandparenting

The role and responsibilities of being a grandparent, including caregiving, nurturing, and bonding with grandchildren.

Long-Term Care

Health services that are provided over an extended period to individuals who are unable to perform everyday activities independently, often due to chronic illness or aging.

Mobility Issues

Difficulties in moving or walking that often come with aging, leading to the need for assistive devices such as canes or walkers.

Nursing Home

A facility providing 24-hour care and support for elderly individuals, often with medical and personal care services.

Osteoporosis

A condition where bones become brittle and fragile due to a loss of tissue, commonly affecting older adults.

Retirement

The period of life when an individual stops working full-time, usually due to age, and may rely on pensions, savings, or social security for income.

Senior Citizen

An older adult, often considered a person aged 60 or 65 and older, who may be eligible for senior discounts, health benefits, or retirement services.

Social Isolation

A condition in which an individual has few or no social connections, often affecting elderly people who may experience loneliness and lack of community support.

Subsidized Housing

Government-supported housing options that provide affordable living arrangements for low-income seniors.

Sundown Syndrome

A phenomenon where older adults, especially those with dementia, experience confusion, agitation, and distress in the late afternoon or evening.

Wellness Programs

Programs that promote healthy aging, such as exercise, nutrition, and social engagement, tailored to older adults.

Widowhood

The state of having lost a spouse due to death, often leading to significant emotional and social adjustments.

Years of Life Lost (YLL)

A measure of the impact of premature death, used to assess the mortality rate in older populations.

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