Too late to learn a new language? Think again! Most sources will tell you that adopting a foreign vocabulary can only be done during early childhood but this is not the case at all. Not only is it possible, but it can ward off Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Sometimes I think we’re resistant to learning […]
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Being wheelchair-bound, or having mobility issues can be frustrating, and exercise might seem like the last thing someone sees themselves doing. Physical fitness is essential for elderly, and disabled individuals helping to maintain muscle tone, improve range of motion, and prevent blood clots from prolonged periods of inactivity. The good news is that seniors can […]
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For many older adults, making any changes in moving can be considered as the loss of their independence. However, this does not have to be the case. Independent living is not about staying in your home. It is about making your life easy. In order to live an independent life, you need to acknowledge your […]
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Financial Perks of Renting A mortgage loan is a potential 30-year commitment that some may not want to deal with later in life. If you’ve found yourself free of debt, it stands to reason you wouldn’t want to add this to your clean slate. There is less concern for the unexpected when you’re a tenant […]
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Owning a home has been the gold standard when it comes to defining stability, and financial success, however for baby boomers, and retirees, renting has become the growing trend for practicality, and affordability. By 2030, one out of every five Americans will be 65 or older according to the Federal Administration on Aging, and this […]
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Seniors are quite tech-savvy these days. Give them an Ipad and they know exactly what to do with it. More than 80% of seniors know how to use the internet. If you are not one of these seniors, it’s time you got with the program. Here are a few technology gadgets you really need in […]
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The shorter summer days and crispness of the air are nature’s signals that it’s time to start preparing for winter. Depending on the climate where you live or are considering moving to, the list of tasks may seem endless. Here’s a short list of tasks that can be checked off your to-do list no matter […]
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Making the decision of the age of claiming social security benefits can be difficult. Should you do it as soon as you retire or wait longer so that you can get larger monthly checks? It is important to consider your options before you make your move because once you do it, there is no going […]
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