It’s that time of year when family and friends gather for the holidays and enjoy each other’s company. This time together is precious, especially for families with elderly members. The last thing you want is not to see your grandparents on Thanksgiving. Unfortunately, because of difficult travel conditions and dietary restrictions, Thanksgiving can be challenging…
In 2021, nearly 100,000 elderly adults fell victim to scams that cost them nearly $2 billion. The scam industry is growing every year, so everyone must learn how to spot a scam from a mile away. Unfortunately, scams are constantly becoming more sophisticated, and scammers often target people they see as most vulnerable or those…
You recently found out that your aging parents can’t live on their own anymore, so you’re now left with a difficult decision: do you look for a senior living center or attempt to care for them yourself? As you think back on all the ways your parents helped you, you decide to try and help…
Almost 70% of seniors need assistance at some point in their lives. Whether it’s short-term care, long-term care, assisted living, or memory care, there comes a time when a family member needs more help. With many different options, it’s tough to know which one is the right decision, especially if they sound the same. Understanding…
Do you still live where you grew up as a child? Chances are you don’t–only 42% of Americans live in or near their hometown. So as your parents get older and need medical assistance and support, you have a difficult choice: do you move them closer to you or leave them where they are? This…
In 2020, over 297 million people had health insurance in the US. This number is a drastic increase from the previous decades. However, over 30 million people are still without essential health benefits, making up nearly 10% of the country. Since 1965, both Medicare and Medicaid have helped retirees and low-income families get the covered…
Over the last couple of years, you have found yourself doing more work than usual to help your aging loved ones. You’ve decided it’s time to look for a senior living facility, but you aren’t sure who to trust. Use this guide to learn about the two types of websites to find reviews and how…
Americans lost $29.8 billion between 2020 and 2021 from phone scams. These threats are highly manipulative and make it impossible to recover your money. While these people can trick you into giving them your money, they cannot force you. But how do you know if someone is trying to scam you? Use this helpful guide…
Easy DIY Costumes for Seniors Halloween season is upon us and stores are filled with costumes for you to choose from. However, you don’t really want to spend money on costumes you will only wear once for a little while with your grandchildren. Make your own costumes using things around the house and from your…
Dog’s are called “man’s best friend” for a reason. They are loyal companions who show unwavering love to their owners. Similar to people, there are thousands of breeds with a variety of personality traits. Some dogs are better with children. Others require a more active lifestyle. There are dog breeds for seniors that would be…
