Tag: seniors

4 Tips for Millennial CaregiversCaregiving affects all generations, with more than 10 million unpaid caregivers in the United States between the ages of 18-39, according to research published by AARP.
5 Tips for Managing High CholesterolHigh cholesterol is one of the major controllable risk factors for coronary heart disease, heart attack and stroke, but typically shows no symptoms. Understanding t
Improving Lives for Those with Low VisionFor people living with age-related macular degeneration (AMD), everyday activities such as cooking, driving or reading can be challenging. AMD is the leading c
Comfortably Aging in PlaceHaving lived in the same ranch house for 55 years, John Heck’s grandparents wanted to make any and all necessary accommodations to allow them to peacefully age in place. Usin
3 Ways Seniors Can Control Prescription CostsFor 55 million Americans enrolled in Medicare, the New Year means any new Medicare Advantage or prescription drug plans, or any changes to your existing pl
New Medicare Cards are Designed to Reduce Medicare FraudMillions of people with Medicare will receive new, more secure Medicare cards in the mail in 2018. The new cards replace Social Security Number-
Stay Young at Heart (and in Body and Mind)When joints ache and you don\'t move as fast as you used to, it may seem that growing old is anything but graceful. While you can\'t stop the hands of time, the
Knowledge is PowerUnderstanding the rights of nursing home residentsAn estimated 1.4 million older adults and people with disabilities live in nursing homes, according to the Centers for Disease Contr