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In case of emergency, especially an evacuation, it’s essential for seniors and their loved ones to have a communication plan. According to FEMA, the most common reasons for evacuation are fires and floods. It’s important for seniors to know who…

With age comes wisdom and wonderful experiences with family and spending precious time with grandchildren. Growing older also brings its share of health challenges; some of which are managed with routine medical visits and maintenance. Other health issues are of…

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…