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Seniorliving.org has a robust list of restaurants, retailers, and service providers that offer senior citizens discounts. Because it's such a great compilation, we wanted to share some of the popular restaurant and retail discounts offered to seniors. You can see…

One-third of seniors don’t have money left over at the end of each month. This and other monetary concerns make financial planning especially important for seniors. About 1 in 20 seniors have experienced financial mistreatment. Since many seniors already face…

Growing up as headstrong teenagers full of energy and endless dreams, we seek as much independence as we can find. We finally grasp it in adulthood and treasure the freedom to go where we want and be who we want.…

Preventative strategies can help seniors live healthier lives with fewer risks. 60% of older adults manage two or more chronic conditions, according to one study. Some conditions that affect seniors are preventable; others aren’t but may be improved if they…

As adults, we get used to being independent and caring for ourselves, but as we age, this can become more and more difficult.  Aging can lead to decline in strength, reflexes, eyesight, mental acuity, and all kinds of other areas. …

Many seniors rely on the care and support of multiple people. This type of community is important, but can also be a problem if everyone isn’t working in sync. Use these strategies to work as a team Why It’s Important…