In the process of approaching retirement age, we may be considering future living options. Everyone has different preferences and needs that should be taken into consideration. Fortunately, American retirees have many choices. Aging in Place Aging in place is simply…
Our toddler years were marked by falling down, but as we grow into our later years, falling down can be dangerous. This increased risk of injury can create a fear of falling in seniors. The fear of falling causes many…
Identity theft occurs every 22 seconds. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) received 5.7 million complaints regarding fraud and identity theft in 2021. According to The National Council of Identity Theft Protection, cases of fraud are up 70% from 2020. While everyone…
You can provide your parents with the essential care and peace of mind they need in an assisted living community. Identifying the suitable facility "fit" for your loved one is a journey requiring matching your parents' needs, budget, and lifestyle with…
As the baby boomer generation ages and international migration continues, the senior citizen population of the United States is growing rapidly. Although the US average life expectancy has seen a slight three-year decline, many Americans, men and women, live well into…
45 percent of older Americans cannot meet their basic needs financially, which is nothing short of a national tragedy. Many of these older adults must routinely shuffle their available resources in an attempt to keep quality health care, a roof…
Plan, Don’t Wait, for an Emergency That sounds like something your mother might say, right? And how often have you wished that you’d followed mother’s good advice? Nobody really wants to think in advance about accidents or illness. But if…
A greater number of baby boomers will need extra care as they reach their golden years. Some may be able to get the care they need at home from a family member or in the form of hired help. Many will…
Legal issues concerning the elderly and disabled are grouped under elder law. Attorneys who practice elder law advocate for and create legal plans to assist seniors, and their loved ones, in living better lives. Elder law may include planning for retirement,…
There are currently more than 51 million seniors in the United States, and the number is steadily increasing due to medical developments and technological advancements that allow seniors to live longer and better lives. The expanding needs of the US…