It’s common for everyone to worry about their upcoming bills. But for seniors, things can feel even more constricted when living off of retirement funds. With everyday expenses and astronomical healthcare costs, it’s too easy to fall into debt nowadays. But what many seniors are unaware of is the benefits that are available to them. Here are 9 benefits for…
It’s never planned that an accident will happen during holiday celebrations. But stress can be involved, even beforehand, in order to prepare for dinners, desserts, and gift-giving. In the midst of all this preparation, other daily activities are put on hold, such as exercise schedules and regular times of relaxation. Even during the holidays, high-calorie foods like pizza, burgers, pasta,…
People become increasingly susceptible to infections as they age. The correlation between growing older and greater vulnerability to infections is due to several factors. Senior citizens’ immune responses are gradually impaired. Certain seniors have a higher degree of exposure to infectious diseases, like when they are in long-term care facilities or hospitals. Medications affect how the body responds to viruses….
Differing markedly from traditional health insurance, long-term insurance aims to support an individual of any age for an extended period. Long-term insurance does not cover medical expenses. Rather, long-term care supports seniors in nursing home facilities, in adult day care, and those who receive home health care. People who require continual supervision due to chronic illnesses or disabilities also benefit…
Every year, many northern residents move south for the winter. These people – known as snowbirds – are usually elderly individuals who are retired. By moving south, they don’t have to deal with the cold temperatures, snow, ice, and unsafe environment that the northern winter presents. Such conditions are particularly hazardous for seniors with health concerns, so it’s understandable for…
Labor Day Weekend is right around the corner and while it traditionally marks the end of summer, there’s still plenty of time for fun activities for the entire family. The weather is still warm, and the sun doesn’t set too early, so take advantage of a few of these Labor Day activities for seniors and everyone else in your family…
The scorching summer temperatures take a heavy toll on seniors when precautions are not taken. In the US, older individuals over the age of 65 are among the 40 percent of people who succumb to heat-related fatalities, according to a study conducted by the University of Chicago Medical Center. An aged body has limited defenses against the hot weather. Seniors…
Aging parents who live an hour or more from their adult children often discover the need for extra support at home. When conducted from afar, help with paying bills or managing finances, emotional support and evaluating the safety of the home are all examples of long distance senior care. Adult children who live too far away to provide constant supervision…
Seniors discover a deep well of comfort while aging in the familiarity of home. Older individuals who feel secure in accustomed surroundings yet who benefit from daily support are likely to find a compassionate in-home caregiver to be an invaluable resource. In-home caregivers are skilled in providing assistance with the activities of daily living. Help with bathing, cooking, transportation and…
Overnight care becomes invaluable to seniors and their families when more comprehensive care is needed. While many seniors experience a better quality of life with assistance with the activities of daily living, such as bathing, meal preparation, grocery shopping and dressing, greater care is eventually required for those suffering from progressive conditions, like Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia….
