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Sometimes, growing older is a slow and demeaning process of losing the comforts and freedoms you took for granted in your younger years. A big one is the ability to drive. As vision dims, decision-making processes falter, and a senior prepares to enter home care, it becomes clear that it’s…
Many seniors find that saving money is important since many sadly find themselves on a fixed or limited income. At the same time that their income is shrinking, many seniors find that as they age they end up having to take more and more prescriptions. Without a program such as…
There are many benefits that come with getting older, and there are also factors to be aware of when it comes to our health and wellness. As we age our body’s natural defenses become less reliable and as a result, seniors are more susceptible to infection – including pneumonia. Pneumonia…
What is considered the retirement ideal? Living your best “golden years” is perceived as being completely free of work, and having the money and health to do exactly what you want exactly when you want. That can mean being on-the-go traveling the world, or mirroring my parents, happily ensconced in…
Moving anywhere requires copious amounts of time and planning, but moving your adult parent into a retirement community is a whole other ordeal. Here are tips for moving into a retirement community with your adult parent. Use a List Moving involves coordinating dozens of tasks and tying up loose ends….
Moving older adults to assisted living can be challenging for many families. In fact, the decision of making the transition is tough enough, but once that is resolved, the next step is to find an assisted living community that will suit their needs and preferences. In general, assisted living refers…
Staying at home as you age is possible, but it requires some caution and preparation. Whether you are aging yourself or simply looking to keep elderly loved ones safe, you should keep several things in mind when thinking about home safety. Here are 11 home safety tips for elderly people,…
When an older loved one starts using a wheelchair, it’s easy to assume they’ve lost their independence. However, with the right resources, freedom is still possible. With home care, seniors will have the support they need while staying in their own homes, and with the right vehicle, they can still…