While some people embrace the experience of growing older, the process of aging is often unwelcome. In his older years, Mark Twain quipped that “life would be infinitely happier if …
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5 Gadget Gifts for Seniors
Most people love gadgets. While older people are often seen as unwilling to master new technology, that stereotype might cause younger people to avoid giving gadgets as gifts to their …
Continue ReadingHow Can Seniors Beat the Heat
Record heat waves have been sweeping the world in 2022. Countries in Europe and Asia experienced extended periods of unprecedented high temperatures in June. As the climate continues to warm, …
Continue ReadingHow to Avoid Penalties for Late Enrollment in Medicare
Most seniors understand that Medicare provides various kinds of health insurance. Seniors who are eligible for Social Security benefits paid for Medicare coverage through their payroll taxes during their working …
Continue ReadingEasing into Gradual Retirement
Some seniors have little choice about their retirement dates. While it is unlawful to fire an employee because of age, businesses often invent excuses to terminate the employment of older …
Continue ReadingSeniors Who Are Aging in an Aging Home: Home Modifications and Repair Services
Aging in place is the preference of more than three quarters of Americans over the age of 50. Older Americans typically feel tied to their community and want to remain …
Continue ReadingShould AARP Members Rely on AARP Endorsements?
Originally known as the American Association of Retired Persons, AARP is the largest membership organization in the United States. Seniors rely on AARP for advice, product discounts, and lobbying efforts …
Continue ReadingWhich Memory Care Facility Is Best for My Loved One?
Studies suggest that 40% to 47% of people who have reached the age of 65 report some degree of memory impairment. While memory loss may lead to the fear of …
Continue ReadingPrescription Drug Pricing Reform: Shaping Up or a Bust?
Rising inflation is squeezing the budgets of seniors with a fixed income. While seniors search for strategies to cope with inflation, there is little they can do about healthcare costs. …
Continue Reading7 Tips for Seniors to Get a Good Night’s Sleep
Research shows that people often have more difficulty falling asleep and gaining a full night of restful sleep as they get older. On average, it takes about 13 minutes to …
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