When you are considering a senior living facility or community for your loved one, you want to make sure that all their needs will be met. This doesn’t end with providing for their basic care; you will also want them to engage in the types of activities that lead to a happy, healthy, and productive … Read more
Learning about all of the in’s and out’s of Medicare can be a confusing process for many seniors. Medicare benefits are for those who are 65 and older with certain exceptions. The program is broken down into parts labeled “A, B, C, and D.” These parts each represent a different aspect of coverage. In this … Read more
Long-term care insurance, also known as senior care insurance, can be costly. Unfortunately, it’s also very necessary for those who need daily care. People are living longer, but not always healthier, lives. This causes premiums to rise and policyholders to suffer the consequences. There are ways to keep plans more affordable, but they still may … Read more
As the population ages, more family members find themselves taking care of elderly parents, grandparents or other loved ones. It can be difficult to care for loved ones while working, caring for your children, and keeping up with social commitments. You will likely arrive at a crossroads where you’re forced to ask “when is it … Read more
For humans, the worldwide average for life expectancy at birth is 71.4 years old. But depending on your country of birth, that number can increase. Residents of island countries and countries near the coast tend to live longer than residents of landlocked locales. Japan, Italy, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Monaco all have a life expectancy … Read more
AARP is a reputable non-profit organization that began operating in 1958. The AARP strives to enhance and support the lives of today’s 50-plus population. AARP has also been an advocate for positive social change. But “positive social change” doesn’t mean the same thing for everyone. With nearly 38 million members and an active presence in the … Read more
Signing up for MySSA and using it regularly can now help reduce identity theft risks that have plagued senior citizens for years. Metlife Mature Market Institute estimates that senior citizens lose a minimum of $2.9 billion a year to identity thieves. There are several ways a criminal can steal someone’s identity, and elders were particularly susceptible … Read more
Learning how to make a family tree can be an easy and fun experience for everyone in the family. You may be wondering how to make a genealogical tree, and in this article, we’ll tell you exactly what to do. You won’t need any specialized tree templates to make your tree chart, so don’t be afraid … Read more
We plan for our senior years all our lives, daydreaming about long vacations. As you enjoy your well-deserved retirement, you may decide it’s time to take the trip of a lifetime. You browse travel sites and brochures, imagining yourself in exotic places. Then, like many people, you find it more comfortable to stay home. Buying … Read more
There comes a time in everyone’s life when he or she may not be able to take care of themselves the way they always have. It’s nothing to be ashamed of; it’s merely a fact of life. When this time comes, the best thing to do is acknowledge that it has arrived. For people of … Read more
The Sandwich Generation is growing in astonishing numbers. It’s causing millennials to become caregivers for their young children and elderly parents. Although many do what they need to without a second thought, they usually don’t have it easy. The job comes with the incredible financial and emotional strain that can take a toll on families. … Read more
Americans aged 65 and older are among a vast and dynamic part of the population. However, they also face a unique and very particular set of problems. According to reports , roughly two-thirds of Americans exit the workforce by the time they reach age 66. There are some who retire even earlier than that. Some … Read more