Senior Resources
Engaging articles, expert advice, local resources, and plenty of laughs!Senior Housing
"To move or not to move," this is the question for seniors. Learn about your Senior Housing Options.
Aging in Place
Growing older without having to move. Remain in your current residence by addressing changing needs.
Senior Education
Keep your brain active and get inspired; enter The Class of Now: Reasons to Go Back to School
Elder Law
Get acquainted with the terms and scope of elder law. Important elder law considerations.
Senior Health
Research and information about your health. Understand senior health issues and The Aging Process.
Finance for Seniors
Discover how estate and insurance planning can improve your choices as an older adult.
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Strategies For Low Maintenance Living For Seniors
As we advance in age, we have to make individual decisions regarding our future. One of those decisions may be the need to change our lifestyle so that we can improve the quality of our retirement years. So how can we achieve this? 1. Downsize Your Home. While downsizing may not be easy, moving to […]
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12 Unique Christmas Gifts For Grandpa
It’s that time of year when you start beating your head against the wall trying to think of the perfect gifts! What should you get your grandpa for Christmas? What do you get for a man who has, probably at one time or another, owned everything he has ever wished for? Well, the key is […]
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Online Classes for Seniors
The best way to exercise one’s mind is to keep it active. Keep working and keep learning new things every day, and your mind will stay sharp. As a supplement to our section on senior education, we’ve compiled a list of online courses that may be of interest in your pursuit. Brain Headquarters This is […]
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How To Find Energy As A Senior Without Coffee
While most people rely on caffeine for its immediate energy boost, others find themselves unable to sleep or feeling irritable due to the negative side effects that coffee has on their body. Here are a few reminders of basic things that contribute to your energy levels – with or without coffee, these are good practices. […]
Read MoreSenior Housing Considerations For Safety
Senior living is a popular option for older adults who want to maintain a high degree of independence and have no special medical needs. However, considering the physical and mental limitations that come with advanced age, it is crucial to make safety a priority when choosing a senior home. After all, not all of such facilities […]
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10 Apps Designed Specifically For Seniors
Modern technology is for everyone. It’s not just for millennials who have already familiarized themselves with modern gadgets since they were young – senior citizens can also use today’s technology comfortably. Research showed that at least 42% of all senior citizens in the US are using smartphones. While it’s true that senior citizens aren’t the […]
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Best Senior Jokes for 2020
Getting older can be tough for most; your body may not function as well as it used to. However, there is a saying, “Laughter Is the Best Medicine.” There is a lot of research that proves this. So why not humor yourself? Here’s a list of the Best Senior Jokes for 2020, taken from numerous […]
Read MoreAlternatives to Canes for Seniors
Older adults with mobility impairment, gait abnormality, Parkinson’s disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and many other health conditions rely on canes to facilitate movement similar to that of unassisted walking. Although walking canes are used widely by seniors, they are not always the best option. Disadvantages of canes Cane users tend to have shoulder issues from leaning […]
Read MoreHow To Safely Choose Senior Housing
Age is a natural life factor that catches up with each and every one of us, the only difference is when it will catch up with you. This is the main reason why we have many senior housing choices throughout every state in the country: to help and assist those of us (or our loved […]
Read MoreWhat is Echo Housing and is it Right For Me?
First of all, ECHO housing can take on several different meanings. It stands for Elder Cottage Housing Opportunity but can be interpreted as a small unit designed for seniors to “age in place” with more freedom and independence than a long-term care facility can afford. When a person reaches a point in their life where […]
Read MoreChildren and Family Caregivers
Explanations of the many options available to meet the "Parent-digm" shift - successful role reversal. Discussion of ways to assist elders to remain in their home and gain at-home or community-based services. Definitions of the types of communities and homes-with-care that have replaced the "old age home."
Aging in Place HousingClimate Change and YOU
Climate change can potentially disproportionately affect the most vulnerable populations, including seniors. This group may be one of the most affected because of decreased mobility, physiological changes, and access to resources.
Climate Change and SeniorsAlzheimer's Help
What should you do if loss of memory or confusion is evident, and dementia or Alzheimer's is suspected in you, or a family member?
Read our Alzheimer's GuideSenior Resources by State
Use the map below to find senior information specific to your state. We also have information for US Territories and some of Canada.
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