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While an assisted living facility provides everything a senior needs on demand, you may prefer to age in place in your own home. This allows you to retain old routines and freedoms much longer than others do. If you make this decision, you’ll need supportive services to assist with tasks…
Do you need to hire a caregiver to look after a loved one? If so, you know that it can be an extremely hard decision. How can you find someone you trust to look after your vulnerable loved ones? It’s not an easy task. However, it can help you find…
Social security almost feels like a myth sometimes to people who aren’t retired. However, it’s very real and, for many seniors and retirees, very important. Social security is a federally run program known more prosaically as the Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance (OASDI) program. It was signed into law in…
It’s the most difficult moment of your life when you first hear the words “hospice care” in relation to a loved one. As a caregiver or family member, you feel loss, dread, and an overwhelming fear of the unknown. What comes next? Knowing what to expect when a loved one…
Approximately 40% of people who are 65 and older have age-related memory loss. As we age, our bodies begin to break down, and that includes our brains. Age-related memory loss can be a complex and frustrating condition to deal with. It affects every area of a senior’s life and can…
While home care comes with plenty of attention from a caregiver, you still get to maintain your independence. However, there are some devices that can make your life a lot easier and reduce the risk of injury inside and outside of your home. Here are the best assistive devices for…
Giving up driving can be a sensitive topic to discuss. Still, how do you know when it’s the right time? Here are a few signs to stop driving for older adults. Whether you are deciding if you should give up driving or you are a loved one worried about your…
Every American should be thankful for the bravery and selflessness of our senior veterans for their service in global conflicts like WWII and the Vietnam War. Many seniors live with the consequences of their service even today. For those that survive on only a small pension and their VA disability benefits,…