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Aging Eyes and Common Vision Problems for Seniors
As we age, vision impairment is one of the most common physical losses. Many eye conditions that cause sight loss and blindness are insidious and aren’t diagnosed until extreme measures are necessary. Vigilance about your senior’s eyesight is important to…
Helping Seniors Cope with the Loss of a Loved One
During this time of their lives, a lot of your senior’s experience may be punctuated by loss: loss of health, independence, mobility, routine, and more. The most acute loss is that of family and friends. Here are some ways to…
Laughter Yoga for Seniors: What is it & it’s Benefits for the Elderly?
Contrary to what is happening right now with the coronavirus pandemic, the world’s senior citizen population is projected to triple sometime this year. Traditional family structures have evolved to the point that many elderly people end up alone in empty…
Helping Elderly Parents with Finances: 7 Things You Should Know
Most of us accept that as we age, we begin to slow down. Physical changes— graying hair, an expanding waistline, shuffling more than walking, shortness of breath—are obvious and usually gradual, but signs of our mental decline can be more…
What Are Life Settlements & How Do They Work?
Did you know that roughly half of all Americans aged 55 or older have no retirement savings available? We are in a concerning time where many people struggle to make ends meet and in fact live paycheck to paycheck. Unfortunately,…
Transportation Options for Seniors Who No Longer Drive
Did you know that every year, more than a half-million older adults stop driving? While the number itself is impressive, it goes far beyond a statistic. We all enjoy a tremendous amount of freedom throughout our lives and from a…