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Pain is a part of life, but it doesn’t have to control it. Pain management is one of the most important aspects of health and wellbeing, especially as we age. For seniors, traditional pain management solutions like prescription medications often come with unwanted side effects. Fortunately, there are many alternative…
Every person will wonder about their family history at some point in their life. Too often, there’s either no one to ask, or not many physical reminders left from the past. Check out these tips and tricks for preserving your family history so future generations will always know their roots….
Nearly half of the people who are diagnosed with anxiety also suffer from depression or vice versa. This is because people with a primary mental ailment can worsen the symptoms and make recovery difficult, making it essential for both disorders to be treated simultaneously. It is estimated that about 20%…
If you’re thinking of spending your winters in a warmer climate, you’re not alone. Every year, thousands of people flock south to escape the cold. But if you’ve never been a snowbird before, what should you expect? Here are our top tips for first time snowbirds. Find out what kind…
Many family caregivers can find themselves feeling stressed when they are taking care of a loved one with late-stage Alzheimer’s disease or other type of dementia. It can be difficult to know what to expect during advanced stages of the disease, and family members may feel like they are not…
Experiencing bankruptcy can be one of the hardest journeys of your life. You must deal with lots of paperwork when filing for it, regularly monitor your credit score, and constantly doubt being unable to rebuild your credit. And, when elders are put in this challenging situation, it could bring them…
Retiring after a life of hard work is a huge milestone that’s certainly worth celebrating. Once you retire, you have more free time on your hands, and there are so many ways that you can spend it. Here are three worthwhile ways to celebrate your retirement. Throw a Party Throwing…
Choosing a nursing home for your elderly loved one can be a task. This is because you want to ensure that your loved one is well taken care of by a nursing home that offers them the best possible care. However, you also want to ensure that you are not…
When an employee retires or is terminated from work, they may get a retirement allowance in appreciation of their years of service or as compensation for the loss of their job. With regard to retiring allowances, there are certain income tax regulations. An employee may be subject to a retiring…