Senior Living

• Tips for Seniors Who Want to Dive into Social Media

  Think seniors don’t use social media? That’s so 2013. In 2017, seniors are adopting social platforms for a wide variety of uses well beyond keeping tabs on grandchildren. A recent study from Michigan State University found that online networking can reduce loneliness in seniors and may even give their health a boost. More than 95……

  March 8, 2017
• Top Types of Low-Impact Exercises for Assisted Living

  As seniors age, it’s more important than ever to maintain an active lifestyle. By exercising regularly, you greatly increase your chances of remaining independent, improving your overall energy, managing pain, boosting your memory, and warding off serious health problems like diabetes, heart disease and some forms of cancer. As seniors age, it’s more important than……

  January 18, 2017
• Help Your Loved One Avoid These Top Senior Scams

  If you’re over 60, you’ve likely been targeted by scammers looking to clean out your nest egg. Senior scams come in a variety of formats, but they all can have devastating consequences. By educating yourself, you can avoid becoming a victim. If you’re over 60, you’ve likely been targeted by scammers looking to clean out……

  January 18, 2017
• What’s Up, Doc? Questions to Ask Your Parent’s Doctor

  In a doctor’s office, it’s easy to forget the questions you meant to ask – especially if you’re there for treatment of a specific illness or injury rather than for a routine appointment. As you prepare to accompany your senior parent to a medical appointment, consider making a list of topics to bring up in……

  January 18, 2017
• Making the Transition to Assisted Living

  

  There are many great things about getting older: You’ve gained extensive knowledge over the years, you have great stories to share and you’ve (hopefully) learned to not sweat the small stuff. There are also some big decisions as you age, including if and when to move from independent to assisted living arrangements. Making the Transition……

  January 18, 2017
• 8 Steps to Get Started with Estate Planning

  

  You may have heard the saying that only two things in life are certain: death and taxes. You may have heard the saying that only two things in life are certain: death and taxes. Thinking about life’s end isn’t how most of us want to spend our Saturday afternoons. But it’s essential to plan for……

  January 18, 2017
• Care for your Heirs: 8 Estate Planning Steps to take now

  Estate planning may not be on top of your to-do list, but taking care of some essentials now will make it much easier on your loved ones in the event of your passing. Think of it as a final kindness to your kin. Plus, you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing your wishes will be followed.……

  January 18, 2017
• Sibling Conflict Over Care

  How to face the demands of your parents’ health care needs as a family. Keep the peace with your siblings when dealing with the questions and expense. Fifty years ago it was typical to feel honored to know that your aging parent had chosen to move in with you as opposed to one of your……

  January 18, 2017
• When the Signs Point to Needing Help

  How to plan for you parents’ move to Assisted Living. The signs are subtle at first, but over time you may become more and more aware that something about your parents has changed. As our parents age, there comes a point where you can no longer ignore the fact that they may need to live……

  January 18, 2017
• Helping an Elderly Parent with Estate Planning

  Careful estate planning for aging parents can yield significant emotional and financial benefits for the whole family. Broaching the topic of estate planning with elderly or frail parents may feel awkward. But finding a way to start this conversation can be well worth the discomfort. Careful estate planning for aging parents can yield significant emotional……

  January 18, 2017