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10 Perks for Anyone Over 55

July 18, 2018

Anyone who’s reached that point where bones creak, muscles don’t want to cooperate, and you sometimes wonder about that face staring back at you in the mirror could use a little good news. Even if you are in the best shape of your life and you are over 55, there’s lots of good news about […]

10 Must-Haves for Senior Safety

July 11, 2018

Secure rugs to prevent slips, trips, and falls. It is important to use only rugs with non-slip backing. Edges should not curl. Tripping on a rug is one of the major health hazards for Seniors. A serious fall could be life-changing. Install handrails on both sides of stairwells. As people age balance becomes an issue. […]

Independent Living: Beginning the Search

June 20, 2018

Liberating? Yes, but choosing a community by yourself or in conjunction with advice from friends could become a nightmare. Find a Transition Consultant who is an expert on local communities and build a trusting relationship. You will not regret doing so. What do You Want? A Transition Consultant will initially meet with you to determine […]

Nurture the Grandparent-Grandchild Relationship

June 13, 2018

We helped our children with homework, kept them from eating too much junk, taught them manners, screened their friends and enforced curfew. Those were long days, and I don’t remember being very popular. We had a lot of responsibility. As grandparents, we may still do some of those things, but now we see it through […]

Guidelines for High Blood Pressure

June 6, 2018

Blood pressure is an important measurement to monitor. The numbers you see when having your blood pressure taken tell a story about your circulatory health.

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Summer Travel Destinations Seniors’ Needs

May 23, 2018

Seniors are cautious about traveling when they consider their physical and medical needs. Lack of mobility, distance from physicians and portability of health insurance are all concerns. This certainly does not mean Seniors should not travel Researching amenities available at future vacation spots helps Seniors be more confident about their travel plans.

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