Posts Tagged ‘seniors’
Survive with Your Sanity – Simple Gifts to Streamline Your Holidays
Gift-giving is one of the most exciting and joyous parts of the holiday season. Regardless of what type of festivities you and your loved ones enjoy, the giving of gifts is likely to be part of it. However, for many seniors, this is one of the most stressful parts of the holidays. With a limited income and many other expenses, giving gifts to loved ones can make the holidays in your golden years feel more like something to survive than a time to thrive. Here are a few tips to turn the tide on that feeling: Store-Bought is Fine Famous…
3 Reasons to Have Long-Term Care Insurance
Few people think to plan ahead for long-term care. However, careful planning can help to combat many of the complications that arise upon choosing professional care for yourself or a loved one – including high costs. One of the most important things to consider investing in for that planning is long-term care insurance. This type of insurance can help you afford the care your family needs. A few other benefits of getting long-term care insurance include: Opening the Door to More Quality Care Options Far too many seniors and their families have their options for care limited by their budgets….
November is National Home Care and Family Caregivers Month
During November, Americans remember all that we have to be thankful for. For many seniors, the family caregiver is high on this list. Perhaps this is one of the reasons why November has been set aside as National Home Care and Family Caregivers Month. There are so many reasons to be thankful for what caregivers do. Many have jobs outside the home, or other familial commitments, yet give of themselves and their time and love every day to ensure that their senior loved one is well cared for. Thanking Those Who are Often Left Thankless Caring for an aging loved…
Autumn Saftey Checklist for Seniors
Safety is a priority for seniors during the entire year. With new challenges presented as the body ages, it is important to be aware of limitations and to take precautions to stay safe and well. While autumn is a cozy time of celebration for most, it can also be a risky time for seniors who have not taken these precautions. Here are a few ways to remain active and stay safe this fall: Have Maintenance Work Performed Whether it’s checking on your heating system before you truly need it or changing batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, the…
What Senior Women Should Know About Breast Cancer
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. While most people know that breast cancer is a disease that impacts older women far more than younger, the actual numbers behind the statistics are alarming. For every 100,000 women, just over 80 were diagnosed with breast cancer under the age of 65. In that same number, over 400 were diagnosed with the disease after turning 65. This month is a perfect time for older women to learn more about breast cancer – and to take more meaningful steps toward prevention and care. Know the Facts Knowing the truth about breast cancer can help…
Benefits of Art Therapy for Older Adults
Are you considering art therapy for your senior loved one or yourself? Here are just a few of the major benefits this relaxing therapy approach has for older adults: Enhanced Cognitive Function During the senior years, it can be easy to allow cognitive function to diminish. This is especially true of those who suffer from illnesses that keep them from participating in many social or group activities or who live in a housing situation that has a very predictable routine. A lack of requirement for critical thinking can cause a deterioration in the ability to do so over time. Engaging…
National Immunization Awareness Month – Perfect for Senior Vaccination Check-Ups
August is National Immunization Awareness Month. With so much misinformation currently being spread about vaccinations, this month is an important one for health care providers and families. As children, teens, and adults head back to school for the fall semester, accurate information about immunization is crucial for ensuring public health. But what about vaccinations for seniors? Oftentimes, this demographic is overlooked when efforts are being made to share information about immunizations. However, immunizations are not only still available for those in their senior years – they are extremely important! Here’s what you need to know about vaccines for seniors: Annual…
Independent Living for Those 65 and Over – How It’s Done in 2019
Did you know that the number of American seniors is expected to pass seventy million by 2030? These people – ages 65 and over – are increasingly focused on living independently and enjoying their lives in their golden years. However, there are unique challenges to independence that make this goal difficult for many older Americans. Here are a few tips for living independently after the age of 65 in America: Modify Your Home If you choose to remain in your home as you age, you may encounter some difficulties that did not exist before. These difficulties can make life harder…
ThriveUSA Advice: Money Management Programs and Services for Seniors
It’s not easy to manage your money at any age, but it can get even harder as you get older. Money management ranges from paying your bills, monitoring your spending, and writing checks, in addition, to making sure that your money is safe from fraud. Finances are an area of senior life that needs careful consideration before a problem arises. There are plenty of programs and services that can provide additional assistance. Daily Money Management Programs A daily money management program aims to help manage the finances of aging adults so that they can live independently. Services will vary…