((Please support our advertisers by clicking on their ads!) From the LA Times… Valencia’s College of the Canyons in Ca. has designed a course to train students to help the elderly cope with chronic medical conditions and live more comfortably. The semester-long pilot program is the first of its kind in the country, administrators told the Times. During the term, students study what it’s like to grow old, learning the physical and mental changes involved, and how aging affects behavior and communication. And they learn practical skills to help seniors remain healthy as they age: strategies to prevent falls, reduce stress and improve their nutrition. The students earn a certificate in Skills for Healthy Aging Resources and Programs. The program, which includes fieldwork, differs from a regular degree course in gerontology because it’s more hands-on and emphasizes practical, care-giving skills. Students come away with skills to work in senior centers and homes and service agencies. Most students are women, some in their 50s and 60s. Some already had degrees and had worked in other careers. Many hoped to make themselves more marketable. And most cited stated a personal connection as their primary motivation. More colleges should consider this program.
When Hayley Okines arrives home after a tiring day at school she would have more reason to grumble than most. The 12-year-old suffers from the rapid aging disease progeria, an incredibly rare condition that affects one in eight million people. But despite suffering from arthritis, having little appetite and taking a cocktail of pills morning and night, the youngster refuses to be beaten. Extraordinary People – Hayley The 96 Year Old Schoolkid [part 1] www.youtube.com Extraordinary People – Hayley The 96 Year Old Schoolkid [part 2] www.youtube.com Extraordinary People – Hayley The 96 Year Old Schoolkid [part 3] www.youtube.com Video Rating: 5 / 5
When Hayley Okines arrives home after a tiring day at school she would have more reason to grumble than most. The 12-year-old suffers from the rapid aging disease progeria, an incredibly rare condition that affects one in eight million people. But despite suffering from arthritis, having little appetite and taking a cocktail of pills morning and night, the youngster refuses to be beaten. Extraordinary People – Hayley The 96 Year Old Schoolkid [part 1] www.youtube.com Extraordinary People – Hayley The 96 Year Old Schoolkid [part 2] www.youtube.com Extraordinary People – Hayley The 96 Year Old Schoolkid [part 3] www.youtube.com
Presented by WQLV – 98.9 FM “The Pulse of Central PA” and BroadcastPA.com. Josiah Viera is not your typical T-Ball Player. He is an inspiring young man who battles “Early Aging Disease”. This video is a tribute to Josiah, which took place in June of 2010 at Hegins Park. Over 400 people gathered to pay tribute to Josiah, and even an ESPN Film Crew was there to chronicle the action. Video Rating: 4 / 5
www.tracyszone.com Over 100000 people worldwide die EACH DAY from age related causes..Alzheimer’s, Cancer, Diabetes..60000 new cases each year with Parkinson’s disease..over 80 million people with heart disease..over 600000 dying of Cancer each year..Aging is a Disease!
Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria syndrome is an extremely rare genetic condition which causes physical changes that resemble greatly accelerated aging in sufferers. The disease affects between 1 in 4 million (estimated actual) and 1 in 8 million (reported) newborns. Currently, there are approximately 40-45 known cases in the world. There is no known cure. Most people with progeria die around 13 years of age. Ashley Hegi is a 16 year old girl who lives in Canada and has Progeria. There have been many TV specials about her. Her mother has a website: www.progeriaproject.com Ashley is an inspiring and courageous little girl!!!
