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Black Parents Aging Podcast

Jun 23, 2021

Dr. Frances Adomako has always been an observer. Originally from Ghana, West Africa, her family migrated to Bridgeport, Connecticut when she was 10 years old. Being someone who's very observant, she started noticing how folks who looked different were treated differently. It was not until she went to college to study...


Jun 21, 2021

Now that the world is opening up, long-term care facilities are also opening their doors to visitors. Of course, there are a few modifications to the visits, such as speaking to your loved ones through a window and maintaining social distance. Over time, I am sure things will get better. This is why today’s episode...


Jun 11, 2021

As our parents age, our roles often reverse. We take on the role of parent, making sure they take their medications and get to doctors’ appointments. Our parents often hiding health care information from us, or forget to tell us they have not been paying their bills. When you start noticing such, it’s time to have...


Jun 4, 2021

You want the best for your parents, especially as they reach their senior years. Many health issues can arise with age, and sometimes, pharmaceuticals just don’t cut it. 

 

For decades, marijuana, even for medical uses, was demonized or questioned. However, in the recent past, it has been observed that marijuana use...