Understand common reasons that applicants can’t obtain coverage to increase your odds of getting long term care insurance. April 13, 2020 Regardless of what stage you or a loved one are at in life, considering long term care can be a very important step in managing your...
Learn about how to protect seniors from scams stemming from the coronavirus pandemic. By: Jeremy R. Gussick, MBA, CFP® CERTIFED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ April 8, 2020 We hope you or your senior loved one are continuing to stay safe and healthy during this challenging time. We also want to make...
Tips on providing affordable in home care for older adults while meeting the needs of your loved one. April 8, 2020 When a senior loved one needs help with daily activities and lives at home, you may want to consider hiring a dedicated at-home caregiver. For family caregivers,...
Incorporate stimulating and fun activities for senior loved ones with dementia and Alzheimer's April 7, 2020 A common challenge that caregivers face is finding stimulating and engaging activities for seniors that have dementia. By promoting engagement, connection, and communication, you can help adults living with dementia enjoy...
Practical advice on how to communicate with someone suffering from dementia, to include how to speak, what to say, and more effective listening. April 6, 2020 Providing care to those with dementia can be a tough job. This is especially true if you are doing it for...
Understand the qualities that the most successful home caregivers share. April 6, 2020 If you have ever provided care to a loved one or worked with a caregiver, you know how challenging the role can be and how vital it is for your loved one’s success at...
This guide can help seniors and older adults stay safe on the road. April 3, 2020 Safe driving is an issue of ability and not age. Unfortunately, the effects of age can take a toll on your mind and body. As people get older, their physical strength...
Learning doesn't end just because of advanced age. Consider one of these activities as a new interest. Adults dream about retirement throughout their life. When it arrives, they may find themselves with much more spare time than they imagined. Seniors should be getting at least 150...
A guide to developing healthy nutrition for elders. Maintaining healthy nutrition is often more challenging for older adults. Seniors often have unique health needs. This can make getting the right nutrition difficult. With age, our metabolism slows and you may not be as interested in food...
Understand important cancer statistics and find out ways to prevent cancer plus resources for cancer survivors and caregivers. A suspicious lump, nagging cough, or skin mole may be nothing more than an unfounded health concern or unsightly cosmetic condition. For many millions of people, however, these...