Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States. There are many risk factors for heart health that are out of our control, like age and gender. Luckily, there are a lot of changes we can make to lower our risk. Read below for tips about how you can improve and [...]
Criminals often impersonate IRS workers so they can gain personal information from elderly adults. Sometimes IRS fraud happens via email or through in-person visits, but it typically occurs over the phone. If you get a call from someone who claims they work for the IRS, be careful what you say. Learn the basics about scam [...]
Exercise promotes mental and physical health. Consistently incorporating fitness into your lifestyle reduces [1] your risk of heart disease while increasing your mobility. It also helps strengthen cognitive skills. Unfortunately, many elderly adults abandon their exercise routines when winter weather arrives. While it's difficult to enjoy a game of tennis or a leisurely stroll around [...]
With the holiday season in full swing, you might find yourself scrambling to think of gift ideas for your loved ones. While some age groups are easy to shop for, people often struggle with what to get older adults who seem to already have everything they need. Oftentimes, seniors are trying to downsize by getting [...]
7 Dependent Medical Expenses You Didn’t Know You Can Deduct Off Your Taxes Federal taxes are difficult to avoid, even if you're over the age of 65. After all, Uncle Sam wants his share of Social Security payments, retirement savings and dividends from stock portfolios. Unfortunately, the taxes these income sources generate may leave you [...]
Avoid These 3 Common Retirement Financial Mistakes If you want to spend your golden years relaxing at tropical resorts or exploring new hobbies, you need a solid financial plan. Approximately 1 out of 5 Americans still work after the age of 65, and the number of potential retirees with jobs continues to grow. While some [...]
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2010 15% of all emergency room visits were made by people aged 65 and over. It is estimated that by 2030, this statistic will rise to 20%. [1] Health issues and general weakness are a natural part of the aging process. Unfortunately, this means that [...]
Nearly 90 percent of adults age 65 and older dream of aging in place rather than moving to a retirement community. If you feel your loved one could benefit from living in a retirement community, gently approach the subject. Here are 5 tips when talking to your loved ones about retirement living: 1. Prep for [...]
Being a caregiver is one of the most challenging and rewarding roles in the world. If you have taken on this responsibility, you have probably done your research to provide the best care that you can. Whether you knew this time was coming or your loved one’s medical needs changed suddenly, you may be feeling [...]
Did you know that the oldest Nobel Laureate Prize winner was Leonid Hurwicz at the age of 90? [1] Or that Dorothy Davenhill Hirsch broke a record when she visited the North Pole at the age of 89? [2] Everyday, seniors are challenging the notion that life’s biggest accomplishments are reserved for the young, which [...]
