Seven Awards for People Over Age 60 Solving the World’s Toughest Social Problems The Purpose Prize has become a “MacArthur genius award for people who develop a second career as social service entrepreneurs.” – The New York Times. A veteran of the U.S. Navy organizes a network of volunteers across the country to teach disabled…
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New Vertical Platform Wheelchair Lifts Announced by Butler Mobility
Butler Mobility’s vertical platform wheelchair lifts are durable, easy to operate and virtually maintenance free. Butler Mobility’s new Vertical Platform Wheelchair Lifts are a safe and economical solution to make any home accessible. Indoors or outdoors, the Butler Mobility Vertical Platform Lift is a practical alternative to installing cumbersome, slow grade ramps. Butler Mobility has…
New Vertical Platform Wheelchair Lifts Announced by Butler Mobility
New Vertical Platform Wheelchair Lifts Announced by Butler Mobility Butler Mobility’s vertical platform wheelchair lifts are durable, easy to operate and virtually maintenance free. Butler Mobility’s new Vertical Platform Wheelchair Lifts are a safe and economical solution to make any home accessible. Indoors or outdoors, the Butler Mobility Vertical Platform Lift is a practical alternative…
An Enjoyable Disney World Adventure For Senior Citizens by Herb Leibacher
You have finally decided to go to Disney World. The difference between you and many of the others who decide to go is that you have been waiting to travel here for most of your life. But, now that you are able to go, you wonder if it is too late. Disney World is a…
Inclined Platform Wheelchair Lift assists with daily life and mobility
Inclined Platform Wheelchair Lift assists with daily life and mobility The wheelchair lift designed by Butler Mobility Products provide numerous safety features Butler Mobility’s inclined platform wheelchair lift has helped countless customers better navigate their homes. From installing a lift for customers who have never been able to move from one floor of their home,…
Furniture Pieces That All Senior Citizens Need by Monika Kay
As you get older, the body starts to break down and simple tasks can suddenly become very difficult. Going down the stairs or taking a bath can pose hazards that previously never existed. It might eventually be necessary to purchase furniture and accessories that can help you to get around the house easier. Here are…
Planning Fun Activities for Senior Citizens by Matthew G Young
Many senior citizens do not want to or cannot leave the house. There are many reasons for this, some are physically impaired and have trouble getting around, and others simply don’t leave because they believe that they have nothing to do. Either way, getting out of the house is important sometimes, if only for the…
Traveling With Senior Citizens by Karissa Price
Traveling with elderly patients can certainly be a challenge, but there are many things that caregivers and family members can do to make it easier, safer, and less stressful. Planning ahead is essential to make sure everything goes smoothly and also to ensure that the traveler gets the most for their money. Last minute bookings…
Marketing Real Estate to Senior Citizen Buyers by Marte Cliff
Have you noticed? Senior citizens aren’t as old as they used to be. At least some aren’t. And that means you cannot market to all seniors in the same way. Senior buyers come in two varieties. The first are those who are actually suffering from the ravages of age – and are only too happy…
Senior Citizen Abuse by Jessie Penn
News headlines report of senior citizen abuse, most everyday. Long gone are the values and moralities of our grandparent’s generation. Time was when a handshake, or your word was all that was necessary to honor commitments. Gone are the days on an unlocked house, open windows, or sitting out back alone. The elderly in today’s…
Safety Tips for Traveling With Senior Citizens by David Stillwagon
Feeling safe and secure is vital when you are traveling whether you are traveling by yourself or with a group or family. It is always a big concern when you have children especially when you are in an area that isn’t familiar to you. Children have a habit of wandering away so keeping an eye…
Senior Citizen Travel Insurance: What You Need To Know by Jane Conway
Finding travel insurance can be difficult for anyone, but if you are over a certain age, then you may discover that getting the coverage you need is even more challenging. This article covers the basics of why finding senior citizen travel insurance can be more difficult, and what specifics you need to look for in…
Senior Citizens Can Become Great Customers by Michael McCann
If you think the senior citizen market isn’t dynamic, then you’re really out of touch with marketing. Thirty-five percent of our population is over 55 years old, and these very affluent seniors control almost 45 percent of the disposable income of our country. Neither Madison Avenue nor the advertising agency down the block takes this …
Depression in Senior Citizens by David Crumrine
Depression is a medical condition that is characterized by feeling down, depressed, or hopeless; low self-esteem; and loss of interest in things one used to enjoy. Senior citizens are prone to life-altering changes that can lead one to feel depressed. Dealing with the trials life throws at us such as, loss, change, loneliness, or a…
Take Better Care of Yourself in 2013-and do it sitting down!
Most healthcare professionals would agree that taking better care of yourself in the New Year is one of the best resolutions one could make. Resolving to routinely exercise is one of the best ways to accomplish that—even for people living with limited mobility. And to help get that exercise, The SCOOTER Store, along with Mary…
City Of Las Vegas November 2012 Recreation, Adaptive Recreation & Community Special Events
City Of Las Vegas November 2012 Recreation, Adaptive Recreation & Community Special Events All activities are subject to change. For links to facilities, programs, classes and activities in the current Beyond the Neon guide, go online to www.lasvegasnevada.gov/Find/recreation.htm. Most activities require advance registration. Register today to build your healthy lifestyle! Most facilities are closed Nov….
City Of Las Vegas October 2012 – Recreation, Adaptive Recreation, Sports & Community Special Events
City Of Las Vegas October 2012 – Recreation, Adaptive Recreation, Sports & Community Special Events All activities are subject to change. For links to facilities, programs, classes and activities in the current Beyond the Neon guide, go online to www.lasvegasnevada.gov/Find/recreation.htm. Most activities require advance registration. Register today to build your healthy lifestyle! Most facilities are closed…
Affordable Senior Apartments to Open This Fall in Las Vegas, Nevada
Accessible Space, Inc. (ASI) is pleased to announce that its newest affordable senior apartment community in Nevada – Tonopah Lamb Apartments – is now under construction. Located at 4250 E. Tonopah Avenue in Las Vegas, the new senior housing will provide 34, one-bedroom apartments to qualifying low-income senior households with at least one household member…
12th Annual Walk n’ Roll and 5K Run for ALS of Nevada
12th Annual Walk n’ Roll and 5K Run for ALS of Nevada – helps fund services for ALS patients and their families. Walk n’ Roll/5K takes place in beautiful Police Memorial Park. Participants can create their own Team and reach out to more people to support their donation to ALS. Each Adult 18 + participant…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Helping Hands of Vegas Valley – Las Vegas
www.hhovv.org SERVING SENIORS in SOUTHERN NEVADA No Cost Services Assist Seniors to Remain Independent Established in 2000, Helping Hands of Vegas Valley is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with the mission to provide free, assistive services to senior citizens in Southern Nevada, allowing them to maintain their dignity and independence while improving health and daily…
Nevada-Senior-Guide The Bridge – Las Vegas
www.thebridgeatparadisevalley.com The Bridge The Bridge of Paradise ValleyRetirement when you want it. Assistance when you need it.Imagine living in a beautiful, peaceful environment, surrounded by friends and activities. Enjoy an enriching retirement at The Bridge at Paradise Valley Our community facilities are specifically designed to encourage seniors to live their retirement years as actively and…
Nevada-Senior-Guide Siena Hills – Henderson
www.sienahills.com Assisted Living Las Vegas Siena Hills Assisted Living in Las Vegas offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and Alzheimer’s Care. Our staff is available 24 hours a day. Life at Siena Hills is comparable to living in a fine resort, with many of the same lifestyle enhancing amenities. Independent Living & Assisted Living….