Here’s what legal actions seniors should start taking now to plan for their future. ©Dobrila Vignjevic via Canva.com Many believe that life gets simpler as you get older. But this isn’t always the case, especially when it comes to planning for the rest of your life. The legal responsibilities … Continue reading 4 Legal Actions to Prioritize As You Age
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How Pharmacies Can Help with Senior Medication Management
Take advantage of your pharmacy’s services to make your senior loved one’s life easier. Pharmacies are very helpful tools when it comes to senior medication management. ©Monkey Business Images via Canva.com Pharmacies are truly the unsung heroes of senior care. They stock and fill your senior loved one’s important prescriptions, but … Continue reading How Pharmacies Can Help with Senior Medication Management
Black History Month Activities to Honor African American Seniors
Show support for Black seniors with these four thoughtful activities. ©kali9 via Canva.com During Black History Month, honor the African American seniors in your family or in your life with a variety of engaging activities. Here are four great ideas for fun and informative Black History Month activities that will show … Continue reading Black History Month Activities to Honor African American Seniors
Celebrating Valentine’s Day As a Senior During COVID-19
You might not be together in person this Valentine’s Day, but you can still celebrate with the people you love. Image Source COVID-19 has put a damper on many holiday plans. With an end to the pandemic still distant, even with a vaccine underway, many families are choosing to scrap their … Continue reading Celebrating Valentine’s Day As a Senior During COVID-19
Packing List for Traveling with Your Senior During COVID
Make sure these extra essentials make it into your loved one’s suitcase. Source Traveling with loved ones should be a fun experience. But this year and into 2021, travel safety is bound to look and function a lot differently. COVID has added quite a few things to the packing list, whether you’re flying … Continue reading Packing List for Traveling with Your Senior During COVID
How to Keep Your Senior Loved Ones Safe in Winter Weather
Good preparation is key when snow and ice create new risks for your senior family member. Source The winter season is almost here, and some parts of our area are already experiencing snowy conditions. In the winter, there’s no escaping the chance that inclement weather will affect your senior loved one’s living conditions. … Continue reading How to Keep Your Senior Loved Ones Safe in Winter Weather
Major Events Seniors Have Lived Through in the Past 100 Years
Seniors today have lived through an incredible range of life events. Here are just a handful of the most important ones. Seniors who are heading toward the centenarian mark have lived through an incredible range of life events. COVID-19 is just the tip of the iceberg. Let’s take a look at some of the … Continue reading Major Events Seniors Have Lived Through in the Past 100 Years
How to Celebrate Thanksgiving with Seniors During COVID-19
Make the holiday as warm and special as possible despite the pandemic. The holiday season always brings nostalgia, drawing forth memories of years past. In 2020, that feeling is especially poignant, as many of us can’t be with our families this year. Celebrating Thanksgiving with people outside of your household can pose a serious … Continue reading How to Celebrate Thanksgiving with Seniors During COVID-19
How Can Seniors Vote Safely in a Pandemic?
Learn how to stay safe from COVID-19 while casting your ballot. This election year, don’t let the risk of the coronavirus hold you or the seniors in your life back from voting. Older Americans have long been “the backbone of American elections,” as AARP reports, and there’s no need for that to change in … Continue reading How Can Seniors Vote Safely in a Pandemic?
How to Help Seniors Avoid Phone Scams
Seniors are especially vulnerable to phone scams. Fortunately, there are easy steps you can take to protect them. As the world contends with COVID-19, we’re facing another epidemic: phone scams. They’re becoming more common than ever—and seniors are the most vulnerable to these threats. Older people are more likely to believe the false promises … Continue reading How to Help Seniors Avoid Phone Scams