Beth Baker

Beth Baker is a longtime journalist whose articles have appeared in the Washington Post, AARP Bulletin, and Ms. Magazine. She is the author of With a Little Help from Our Friends — Creating Community as We Grow Older and of Old Age in a New Age — The Promise of Transformative Nursing Homes.

Most Recent

How Clinical Trials From Home Can Increase Access to Life-Changing Treatments

Historically, older adults have been largely absent from drug research

OCTOBER 3, 2019 | By Beth Baker

Health

House Calls Provide Better Care and Save Money. Why Don’t More Use Them?

Only a fraction of older adults eligible for home-based primary care are being served

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019 | By Beth Baker

Health

Retail Clinics Adapt Care to Older Patients

CVS MinuteClinic, Walgreens and Kroger's Little Clinic are all making efforts

JULY 12, 2019 | By Beth Baker

Health

‘Geriatric Champions’ Are Changing Medicine for Good

A new fellowship in Oregon deepens clinics’ understanding of treating patients

APRIL 12, 2019 | By Beth Baker

Health

How California Is Changing Palliative Care

Its Medicaid program takes a novel approach for some with life-threatening diseases

NOVEMBER 27, 2018 | By Beth Baker

Living

Green Retirement Communities Are Sprouting

Nature thrives in the Pennswood meadow that has a walking trail through it.

As demand grows, here’s what sustainable living looks like

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018 | By Beth Baker

Health

Health Needs of Older Rural Immigrants Often Overlooked

And many are unaware of the health services that do exist

APRIL 30, 2018 | By Beth Baker

Health

Is There a Doctor in the Town?

Addressing a critical need for more rural physicians, especially for older adults

APRIL 6, 2018 | By Beth Baker

Health

Americans with Alzheimer’s Now Number 5.7 Million

The Alzheimer's Association's annual count reflects the aging population

MARCH 20, 2018 | By Beth Baker

Health

Intergenerational Programs Thrive in Rural Minnesota

'AGE to age' gives kids new experiences, while older adults find purpose

JANUARY 4, 2018 | By Beth Baker

Health

New York City Program Brings Generations Together

Making connections with young people at DOROT keeps loneliness at bay

DECEMBER 18, 2017 | By Beth Baker

Caregiving

Public School in a Nursing Home Benefits Young and Old

Residents and kids read, stretch and eat ice cream together at this Oklahoma program

DECEMBER 1, 2017 | By Beth Baker

Health

‘Letter Project’ Makes End-of-Life Wishes Clear

An informal, but legally binding, method praised by doctors and patients

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017 | By Beth Baker

Caregiving

How People With Dementia Can Live at Home Longer

The MIND program makes a difference, saving money for families and Medicaid

JUNE 30, 2017 | By Beth Baker

Health

Can Doctors Keep Track of What Matters to You?

Electronic health records have sometimes made it harder, but that may be changing

JUNE 13, 2017 | By Beth Baker

Money & Policy

Aging at Home Will Be Harder With Medicaid Cuts

Home- and community-based services are vulnerable

MAY 17, 2017 | By Beth Baker

Work & Purpose

Environmental Activism Attracts Boomers Seeking an Impact

Participants at the Elders Climate Action event

Concerned for future generations, they are working to stop climate change

MAY 9, 2017 | By Beth Baker

Health

A Novel Program Helps Older Adults With Aging in Place

A combination of health care and home fix-up support is making a difference

APRIL 26, 2017 | By Beth Baker

Health

How Nursing Homes Can Make a Culture Change

When they do, residents, family and staff all benefit

MARCH 24, 2017 | By Beth Baker

Health

Making Elder Homes More LGBT-Friendly

A nonprofit trains care staffers to be more sensitive to LGBT residents

JANUARY 12, 2017 | By Beth Baker

middle aged man discussing test results with doctor

Lung Cancer: What Not to Ask

Lessening stigma around lung cancer

Special Report

Group of older adults enjoying coffee at a coffee house.

In Good Company

We all feel lonely at times. But it doesn't have to be that way.

Special Report

Age-Friendly Health Care

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