Planning an event for senior citizens can be tricky especially if you do not belong to their age group. But if you are close to your parents, grand parents or uncles and aunts you can find different ways to make arrangements for such an event. Usually people become more emotional and touchy when they reach…
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Senior Citizens Can Benefit From Network Marketing by Irene Mori
Senior citizens can seldom make it on a small fixed income such as only social security. Most must have or probably have additional retirement income of some sort such as from past employment, IRA’s, or other retirement vehicles and savings. That may not be enough to offer a secure retirement in their winter years. Earning…
THE BOULEVARD MALL HOSTS HEALTH AND FITNESS FAIR
THE BOULEVARD MALL HOSTS HEALTH AND FITNESS FAIR Nearly 25 local vendors to provide free services and information on Saturday, June 29 WHAT: The Boulevard Mall, in partnership with Las Vegas Review Journal, El Tiempo, Mundo Fox TV, La Buena and ESPN Deportes hosts a Boulevard Mall Health and Fitness Fair on Saturday, June…
WestCare Foundation Announces Expanded Veterans Programs
WestCare Foundation Announces Expanded Veterans Programs (Las Vegas) – WestCare, a community-based nonprofit providing responsive human services and behavioral health care programs for four decades, announced today that it has expanded its Veterans’ services. WestCare, founded in Las Vegas 40 years ago, serves approximately 5,000 veterans throughout the United States annually. America’s returning warriors often…
Vegas Ranked 7th Most Generous City, According to Dating-Auction Survey
Vegas Ranked 7th Most Generous City, According to Dating-Auction Survey A survey conducted by WhatsYourPrice.com ranked the most generous cities in America according to average first-date offer. While the average accepted first-date price is $80 on the site, Las Vegas is home to some of this year’s most generous daters. The average cost for their…
ALZHEIMER’S SET TO MOVE FROM THE MOST DAUNTING GLOBAL HEALTH CRISIS TO THE 21ST CENTURY’S FISCAL NIGHTMARE
ALZHEIMER’S SET TO MOVE FROM THE MOST DAUNTING GLOBAL HEALTH CRISIS TO THE 21ST CENTURY’S FISCAL NIGHTMARE OECD and the Global Coalition on Aging Convene at Harris Manchester College, Oxford University to Shape New Approaches for Solutions Oxford, UK (26 June 2013) – The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), Harris Manchester College, Oxford…
Ophthalmologists Warn that Fireworks-Related Injuries Can Cause Permanent Vision Loss
Ophthalmologists Warn that Fireworks-Related Injuries Can Cause Permanent Vision Loss American Academy of Ophthalmology and Nevada Academy of Ophthalmology urge parents to closely supervise children when around fireworks LAS VEGAS – June 26, 2013 – As the Fourth of July holiday approaches and Americans make plans to celebrate the stars and stripes with a…
Northern Nevada Medical Center Announces New CEO, Alan Olive
Northern Nevada Medical Center Announces New CEO, Alan Olive (Sparks, NV) Northern Nevada Medical Center welcomes Alan Olive, MPH, MHA, as new CEO for the 108-bed hospital in Sparks, NV. Born and raised in Reno, Olive has 19 years of healthcare leadership experience. He has served as CEO at northern Nevada hospitals including Carson Tahoe’s…
NEW Barbershop Chorus Hits the Stage Running
NEW Barbershop Chorus Hits the Stage Running The Silver Statesmen barbershop chorus, only six months old, is already making a name for itself. With Jim Halvorson at the helm as our new director, the chorus has met competition head-on in Ontario, CA where they were awarded Plateau A Chorus Champion in their division. They will…
Nevada Magazine Announces 2013 Best of Nevada Winners
Nevada Magazine Announces 2013 Best of Nevada Winners Nevada Magazine has released the results of its 2013 Best of Nevada readers’ survey. The survey spans 16 categories and includes golf courses, museums, restaurants, and state parks. In most cases, winners are divided into three subcategories: North, South, and Rural. The top vote-getter was Peppermill Resort Spa Casino…
Headed to the Beach? Don’t Let Your Feet Ruin Your Vacation
Headed to the Beach? Don’t Let Your Feet Ruin Your Vacation CHICAGO—July 2, 2013 As millions of Americans hit the beach this summer, the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons offers these foot safety tips: Wear shoes to protect your feet from puncture wounds and cuts. Sea shells, broken glass and other sharp objects when stepped…
VETERANS VILLAGE LAS VEGAS OFFERS EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE
Seeks Food Pantry and Water Donations; Open on July 4 WHAT: Due to food and water shortage, Veterans Village, a temporary housing facility for vets that also offers a comprehensive roster of services to help vets heal and succeed – invites the community to donate bottled water and canned food items to provide relief…
RENOWN HEALTH WELCOMES 71 NURSE GRADUATES
RENO, Nev. (July 5, 2013) – Renown Health is excited to welcome 100 new employees, including 71 local registered nurse (RN) graduates, several experienced RNs, and 20 more employees in front-line patient care and other roles. The new hires will meet for their first day of orientation at Renown Regional Medical Center on Monday, July…
Great Gifts For Senior Citizens by Scott Moger
We all know that one person (or couple) in our life that nearly brings us to the brink of a nervous breakdown during the holidays because we absolutely can’t find anything to buy for them. It’s a common problem, as some people just seem to literally have everything. But especially difficult is grandpa and/or grandma….
Fitness For Senior Citizens by Thomas Shay
As people grow older, their fitness level goes down due partially to indifference and also due to the aging process. People in the age group of 60 – 80 come under this category. Their problem relating to physical and mental health can be tackled in a planned and scientific manner. Fitness is affected not only…
Senior Citizen Housing Choices Are Ready For Today’s Baby Boomer Retirees by Susan Elizabeth
When it comes time to retire from work, there are some significant choices that you will need to make. One of them is whether you will continue to get up at the same time in the morning as when you had to go to work. Most people opt to not get up as early, but…
A Senior Citizen Community For The Perfect Retirement by Susan Elizabeth
Many times when people think about retiring from the world of the working, they are left wondering what their options are. For some, what really works out the best for them is o live with one of their children. This is not as common as it used to be, but is still a popular option….
Senior Citizen Dating – Making Matches the Right Way by Susan Elizabeth
One of the reasons that you hear that people like internet dating is that they can pretend to be somebody they are not. And still manage to get a lot of dates. But no matter what you hear, or what you read in dating forums, this idea is wrong, false, incorrect, just plain bad and…
Senior Citizen Medical Alert Systems and Fall Detectors by Angelo Losavio
If you are looking for a medical alert system to protect an elderly loved one, be sure to do your homework. There are a lot of companies out there that offer personal emergency response systems with a number of features and benefits that are very useful and others with serious limitations. For example medical alert…
Bodybuilding Health – Exercises For Senior Citizens by Machahi John Joel
Crafting the ideal bodybuilding program With the special concerns highlighted above, the training program, the bodybuilding exercises, the intensity and frequency of training must be precisely considered before setting up the ideal program. Remember that at this age, most senior citizens have assorted health complications ranging from hypertension, diabetes to kidney failures. The body is…
Choosing the Right Pet For a Senior Citizen? by Kelly Marshall
When you are in a place where you are holding a purring cat or playing with a dog in the yard, have you ever noticed that you are often in a good mood? Many people have noticed that pets can give us warm feelings of love and importance, and while these are important no matter…
A Guide to Medications For Senior Citizens by David Crumrine
Although modern medicines have many benefits for senior citizens in treatment of age-related disease, caution needs to be taken when using a combination of medicines. Medicine or “drugs” can refer to any substance you get with a prescription, any oral or topical substance used for pain relief, and dietary supplements. Any substance that has the…
Starting a Home Based Business – A Consideration For Senior Citizen Retirees by Jed Tooke
Who needs to consider starting a home based business? The answer is YOU and the overwhelming majority of people, due to the Recession. However, in particular and one of the most vulnerable to the affects of the Recession are senior citizen retirees. Many individuals from age 55 and above who are retired and receiving Social…
Memory Loss in Senior Citizens by David Crumrine
Many senior citizens experience some form of memory loss. Still, there are differences between mild forgetfulness and more serious memory problems. And, it is important that senior citizens and those involved in their elder care address problems with memory, as it may be a sign of a more serious condition. Mild Forgetfulness As we age,…
Memory Techniques For Senior Citizens – Secrets to a Lasting Memory! by Carson Hill
The mind is very capable of growing and generating beyond what we give it credit for! Senior citizens can greatly reduce their brains lack of focus by taking time for small brain stimulation sessions each day. I recommend starting your brain exercise five minutes a day, Monday through Friday and gradually working up to a…
Senior Citizens and Cell Phones by John Dondero
As I speak to more operators and administrators of independent and assisted living facilities in regards to their telephone infrastructure strategy. It is clear that they are no longer providing telephone service as a standard amenity in their homes. This is for two main reasons; First they don’t want to have the hassle of billing…
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What Options Are Available to Keep Senior Citizens Safe and Independent in Their Own Home? by Michelle M. Kelly
There are many options available that can help keep senior citizens safe and secure in their own home while also helping to keep them independent of nursing home facilities, retirement homes and other less personal alternatives. These options can be used independently or in conjunction to customize a solution that makes the most sense in…
Senior Citizens Need Their Pets by Debbie Foster
Most senior citizens who have pets treat them like they are their children. Of course, you don’t need to be a senior to do that, but homes without children of the human kind truly do have children of the furry kind. In addition to providing companionship, unconditional love and a calming effect, larger pets can…
Senior Citizen Travel Insurance by Kirthy Shetty
If you’re having a retired life and are looking out for a holiday package then, don’t overlook your insurance cover. It’s indispensable to get yourself insured while you travel so that if you happen to fall sick or break down due to some illness you don’t have to incur a huge medical expense in a…
Senior Citizen Laser Eye Surgery by Dr. Frank Thomnpson
Presbyopia is one of the most common conditions affecting senior citizens nowadays. Presbyopia is caused by the eye’s inability to focus in old age, especially with near objects. Thus, blurring of vision occurs, more prominently in the dark. Presbyopia typically presents with blurring of vision when looking at near objects, requiring patients to hold objects…
Adsense Senior Citizen Affiliates: Why The Road To Success Is Much Harder For Them by Christopher Kyalo
There is no age limit that locks out any senior citizen from being and AdSense affiliate. Still the road to success is much harder for them. The culprit is mostly their past and sticking too rigidly to rules that may have applied better to offline businesses. Many an AdSense senior citizen affiliate has failed to…
Creating a Senior Citizen-Friendly Environment by Warren Comer
Now, more than ever, elderly adults opt to stay in the comforts of their homes instead of living in a nursing facility. That is why an increasing number of home owners are beginning to adjust the environments of their houses in order to make it more senior citizen-friendly. This can be a task that would…
Grants for Senior Citizens: Why Apply? by Erin Millano
The crisis-stricken global economy of our era has affected all people, even our seniors, too. Retirement fund, whether invested in stocks, stored in the banks, or simply piled up in their safety vaults, has been much affected by the global crash. Most of which is spent to augment their emergency and urgent needs. This leaves…
Senior Citizens Vs Crime by Victor C Swindell
What can we say about Senior Citizens? They are Old! They are Slow! They have money! They have nice expensive stuff! They make easy targets to rob and beat up. And almost no one seems to care. Lately, you many have seen various news stories where senior citizens were a target of crime. In…
Mobile Phones For Senior Citizens by Kathie R. Dionisio
Many of the old people I know are fixed in their ways and they have the idea that they’re not up to using new technology. However, a cell phone in the hands of a senior citizen can be a life-saver. It’s pretty useless having a land line if you’re face down in the back yard…
Tips For Senior Citizens To Live Safer And Longer In Their Own Homes by Jamie McAdams
As people age, they are more prone to injuries occurring in their home. Common injuries that affect senior citizens are falls that occur in the home. In addition, medical emergencies often occur while a person is at home, and can be life threatening especially if immediate medical attention is not taken. Relying on other individuals…
Informative Information for Female Senior Citizens and Purse Snatching by Lawanna Bean
Female Senior Citizens and Purse Snatching I have read several articles recently about older women having their purses snatched. I am a 70 year old female senior citizen and realize that women who are older are perfect victims for purse snatchers. Mainly, because they are not able to defend themselves as well as a younger,…
Online Home Business is a Good Alternative For Senior Citizens That Still Want to Work by Per Fossum
Most people looking forward to the day they become senior citizens and the right to enjoy every day. Many do this as well, especially those who have put aside a lot of money for the retirement existence, have a holiday house boat, like to travel or engage in other forms of leisure life and activities….
Medicare and Medicaid For Senior Citizens by David Crumrine
There are two main programs administered by the government that offer benefits to senior citizens – Medicare and Medicaid. Medicare is available for all senior citizens age 65 or older. Those under age 65 with certain disabilities may also be eligible for Medicare. If you are not a U.S. citizen, you must have entered the…
Senior Citizens Want to Stay Healthy by Irene Mori
Of course, everyone wants to stay healthy. Young people are generally in good health. As we age, our bodies are affected. Senior citizens these days seem younger than they used to be, or it is just a matter of perspective that they don’t seem as old as they once did. Health and nutrition are of…
Cremation Or Burial – What Do Senior Citizens Prefer? by Padmanabha Vyasamoorthy
Society for Serving Seniors, an NGO in Secunderabad recently conducted a small survey asking people (all respondents are retirees above 55) to state how they desire to be disposed off after their death. Out of some 550 people to whom this was circulated, only 26 answered the questionnaire. The main reason for this low response…
Why is Bankruptcy a Growing Problem For the Senior Citizen Generation by Gerald Lewis
Today, senior citizens are facing bankruptcy at an alarming rate. Why is that? The two main reasons is simply time and money. Because of increase prices for our normal goods and the fact that seniors are living longer today more that ever before, seniors are out living there money more and more. Sometimes is poor…
Senior Citizens – If You Cannot Be Your Own Advocate For Your Medications, Get Help! by J Delms
Senior citizens purchase 35-40% of all prescribed and over-the-counter (OTC) drugs. Seniors between the ages of 65-84 take from 14-to-18 prescriptions annually. Up to 25% of these medications are considered unnecessary or inaccurate. The Internet offers numerous articles and other information on how senior citizens can protect themselves from over-medication and other unnecessary treatments. Some…
The Best Gift Ideas for Senior Citizens by Uma Eklund
It happens every year about this time. We start thinking about creative and thoughtful gifts for our older family members and friends and just can’t get any help. Search on Amazon for senior citizen gift ideas and you’ll be overwhelmed by lots of frankly inappropriate selections. So what is the magic secret to avoiding the…
Boston Elder Care Expert A. Michael Bloom Shares Coping Strategies to Support Accidental Caregivers Tending to Ailing Moms and Dads
Boston Elder Care Expert A. Michael Bloom Shares Coping Strategies to Support Accidental Caregivers Tending to Ailing Moms and Dads BOSTON, May 2, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Mother’s and Father’s Day celebrations are approaching, yet millions of adult children care for parents year round while on the brink of burnout. Catapulted into the accidental caregiver role without…
Betty White’s “Off Their Rockers” TV Show Is Demeaning to Older People, Says Octogenarian Anti-Aging Expert Barbara Morris
Betty White’s “Off Their Rockers” TV Show Is Demeaning to Older People, Says Octogenarian Anti-Aging Expert Barbara Morris ESCONDIDO, Calif., May 2, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — While everyone loves Betty White, not everybody loves her TV show, “Off Their Rockers” according to octogenarian anti-aging expert Barbara Morris, editor, and publisher of the online Put Old on…
“Geographical Divides: Finding Common Ground”
City of Las Vegas Cultural Arts June 2013 Calendar Of Events 495 S. Main St., Las Vegas, NV 89101 Contact: Margaret Kurtz, (702) 229-6993 May 1, 2013 Cultural Arts & Community Events programs: www.artslasvegas.org City of Las Vegas website: www.lasvegasnevada.gov PROGRAMS SUBJECT TO CHANGE Ethnic Express international Folk Dancing (ages 8+) Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8:45 p.m….
TERRY MURPHY RECOGNIZED AS SHARE HUMANITARIAN OF THE MONTH
TERRY MURPHY RECOGNIZED AS SHARE HUMANITARIAN OF THE MONTH Terry Murphy, a longtime local businesswoman and community leader who is president of Strategic Solutions and serves as president of Downtown Las Vegas Alliance, is the SHARE Humanitarian for the month of May for her volunteering efforts with Veterans Village, The Rape Crisis Center and…
NAELA Applauds Overdue Protections for Low-Income Individuals and Individuals with Disabilities
For Immediate Release May 3, 2013 Contact: Abby Matienzo, Communications Associate 703-942-5711 #230 NAELA Applauds Overdue Protections for Low-Income Individuals and Individuals with Disabilities SSI Restoration Act of 2013 Positive Step in Debate Over Benefits for America’s Most Vulnerable Citizens Washington, DC – The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) supports Rep. Raul Grijalva (D-AZ) in his dedication…
EarlySense System Implementation Shown to Reduce Falls, Decrease Transfers to Hospitals and Increase the Quality of Care for Elderly in Multi-Center Nursing Home Study
EarlySense System Implementation Shown to Reduce Falls, Decrease Transfers to Hospitals and Increase the Quality of Care for Elderly in Multi-Center Nursing Home Study Clinical data presented at the 2013 Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Geriatrics Society Waltham, MA, May 3, 2013 —- EarlySense, the market leader in Proactive Patient Care Solutions™, announced today…
Caring.com’s New Referral Program Supported by Leading Assisted Living Operators
Caring.com’s New Referral Program Supported by Leading Assisted Living Operators Caring.com Named Preferred Provider by Assisted Living Federation of America (ALFA) SAN MATEO, Calif., May 6, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — A group of the nation’s largest senior living providers — including Brookdale Senior Living (NYSE: BKD), Emeritus Senior Living (NYSE: ESC), Benchmark Senior Living, and Senior…
Top 10 steps to prepare for a remodel
Top 10 steps to prepare for a remodel NARI offers tips in honor of National Home Improvement Month. Des Plaines, Illinois, May 8, 2013—In honor of National Home Improvement Month this May, the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) advises homeowners of the 10 most important steps to take before the remodeling project…
Top 100 Blogs On Senior Rights, Elder Law, And Anti-Ageism
Top 100 Blogs On Senior Rights, Elder Law, And Anti-Ageism At a time when thousands of Baby Boomers are reaching the age of 65 every day, the issues of senior rights, elder laws, and anti-ageism have never been more important, more volatile, or more questioned. After all, this is the generation that was ready to…
Respecting The Rights Of Senior Citizens – 4 Factors To Pick The Right Care Facility For The Elderly by Abhishek Agarwal
There is no formal ‘Senior Citizens Bill of Rights’, but as individuals, senior citizens are entitled to their rights. However, the senior citizens have little energy left in them in their old age to fight for their rights and therefore, it is the duty of the children to see that their elderly parents are getting…
Senior Citizens and the Job Search by Mort Ferguson
Although many employers are looking for new graduates or someone younger with a bit of experience, there are still plenty of jobs that you can secure as a senior citizen. Opportunities in the work force abound for older Americans. On the surface it may seem harder to find such roles; however they are available –…
A Senior Citizen Self Defense Course Should Include The Proper Use Of Pepper Spray by Carl Vouer
I think self defense classes are great for just about anybody. Not only can they help teach you how to protect yourself in the event of an attack but they can also help build confidence, lose weight, and increase your overall mental and physical well-being. Seniors can absolutely benefit from self defense classes in the…
Senior Citizens Can Have a Home Based Business by Irene Mori
In this day and age when more senior citizens are finding it difficult to manage with the retirement funds at their disposal, many are seeking outside employment after leaving the regular workforce. They may find themselves greeting customers at a Walmart store, helping people find products at Home Depot, or sweeping floors at a McDonald’s…
Health Insurance for Senior Citizens – How to Get the Best Rate by Brian Stevens
As a senior citizen, you may find yourself in a health insurance crisis – no longer covered by an employer’s health insurance policy but needing health insurance more than you ever did before. Of course, Medicare covers some of your medical expenses, but how can you get the best rate on health insurance to cover…
Life Insurance Planning for Senior Citizens by Natalie Aranda
Life Insurance has sometimes been described as a bet between you and the Insurance Company. The Insurance Company is betting that you are going to live and you are betting that you are going to die. If you do die, you win the bet. This approach has been the basis of life Insurance policies in…
Thoughtful Gift Ideas for Senior Citizens by Natalie Aranda
Kids are easily pleased by almost any gifts as the whole world is new to them. Senior citizens may have experienced and owned everything they wanted in their life. That’s what makes a challenge when it comes to choose gifts for your grandmothers or grandfathers. No matter what time of year it is, personalized yet…
Even Senior Citizens Can Make Money From Adsense by Christopher Kyalo
For senior citizens the really good news is that one can never be too old to make money from Adsense. And like any other online opportunity Google Adsense’s strict terms and conditions do not include an upper age limit. In fact senior citizens willing to learn in their old age and also to shrug off…
Why Are Reverse Mortgages Important to Senior Citizens? by Craig Castle
In Texas and many other parts of the country, senior citizens are being squeezed. They receive, on average, $965 per month in social security. And, while property taxes vary, a senior in many Texas cities with a home valued at $100,000 will pay more than $200 per month in property taxes alone. Add to that…
What You Need to Know About Senior Citizens Travel by Mansi Aggarwal
Are you drained of sitting at home, doing babysitting of your grandchildren? Have your dreams to explore the world not turned to reality? Are your eyes longing to capture the grandeur of the world around you? If yes, don’t detain yourself from discovering the world. Your age should not be an impediment in living your…
Marketing, Selling, and Serving the Older Adult, Senior Citizens, Family Caregivers by Barbara Mascio
Are your clients pleased by the fine quality service that you provide? Validating your clients’ endorsement of you through Certification as a Senior Approved Service will increase your client base. Senior Approved Certification leads a family towards a service like yours side stepping the possibility of connecting with a less than desirable service. If…
The Amazon Kindle Fire Tablet Is Perfect for Senior Citizens on the Go by Amy B Sycamore
Whether seniors are enjoying time on the golf course, a cruise to the Bahamas, or just visiting the grandkids there are a lot of great new technologies on the market to make their lives easier. The new Amazon tablet known as the Kindle Fire can be ordered right now for $199.00, and ships to…
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…
Senior Citizens – Victims No More by Chris Bruno
Violent crime against senior citizens used to be unthinkable. It was rare that a street thug would target an elderly person; however criminals of today have a totally different mindset. They prey upon those they perceive to be weak and an easy target and who will offer the least resistance. In the mind of a…
Note To Criminals: Do Not Mess With Senior Citizens That Carry Pepper Spray by Carl Vouer
Dear criminals, We understand your plight, you need money to help fuel your insatiable appetite for drugs and alcohol and because you are morally and ethically bankrupt you would like to attain this money in the easiest and sleaziest way possible; by mugging the decent, hard-working, law-abiding citizens of this country. We also understand that…
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…
Multivitamins For Senior Citizens – Why Some Types Are Better Than Others by Michael Walters
The effectiveness of multivitamins is due in large part to the fact that they are targeted towards specific demographics. There are multivitamins just for the elderly, for women and even specifically for men. The ones targeted towards senior citizens in particularly raise questions. It’s fairly simple – people think about multivitamins targeted at senior citizens…
Final Expense Life Insurance: Life Insurance Agent Lures Senior Citizen Inside A Decaying Casket by Donald Yerke
The sale of final expense life insurance opens up dormant prospects. Final expense life insurance representatives employ intense selling techniques with a senior. Looking confident but insecure, the sales agents feature dollar symbol tattoos etched upon their chests. Typically enlarged eyes like low-cost red neon glare as their looks show signs of being famished. In…
Health Insurance For Senior Citizens – Why Are They So Hard To Insure? by Zandra Jones
Private health insurance for senior citizens is very hard to come by. As you get older, it becomes more prevalent that commercial insurance companies don’t want to cover older Americans. Since the creation of Medicare, there is no incentive to cover senior citizens because most buy into the Medicare system any way. Even though this…
Senior Citizen Moving Tips For the Elderly by Nancy Davies
Most of the families have to move once or twice in their life and many people experience their first move when they are senior citizen. Maybe they are living alone in a huge house and need to move to a small condo or apartment that will be easier to maintain and also easier on their…
Medicare Part D & Senior Citizens by Rick Martino
Medicare Part D, since its launch in January 2006 has acted as a boon to senior citizens. The senior citizens are quite happy investing in the plans offered under part D. The plans are very clear & present the exact view of the offerings so as not making the senior people to think about it…
Senior Citizens May Find Time is Running Out by Irene Mori
For senior citizens, sometimes it feels like time is running out. The oldest of the baby boomers entered the realms of becoming seniors several years ago. This large group of the population has been influencing markets for years and still do so. Now as they enter the twilight years, they must come to realize that…
Computing For Senior Citizens by Mike Stancik
For many people, computing is a tool that allows folks to have a hobby either directly, for example, by getting information from the internet or indirectly, i.e. a person likes to cook and therefore visits the Food Channel on line for recipes. What about computing for seniors? What can a senior do with a computer …
Internet Safety For Senior Citizens by James Kirkwood
Dishonest individuals scamming senior citizens out of their money appears to be happening more often than ever before. Seniors are targeted most often by criminals due to the fact that it can sometimes be easier to gain the trust of a senior trust and also due to the fact older, retired people are more likely…
Where Can You Find Employment For Senior Citizens? by Raymond Angus
Are you trying to locate employment for senior citizens? Is it for yourself? Has the staggering economy scared you? Are your carefully laid plans for a pleasant tour, although perhaps not royal, through your golden years seem to be stalling? Will employment for senior citizens be the answer to your dilemma? You are not alone?…
Senior Citizen Assisted Living Facilities by David Crumrine
Assisted living is an alternative living arrangement for senior citizens requiring moderate elder care, including help with activities like eating, getting dressed, bathing, and using the bathroom as opposed to the more intensive care provided in nursing homes. This type of care serves as an intermediate between in home care for the elderly and…
Memory Strategies For Senior Citizens – What Technology Today Tells Us! by Carson Hill
Memory loss, lack of brain clarity, or fear of memory loss is something experienced by just about every aging adult or senior citizen today! Facing these obstacle personally can cause a lot of panic, anxiety and frustration. Most aging adults think they are losing their ability to focus and remember because their brain is just…
Government Grants For Senior Citizens – Specific Grants Set Up For the Elderly by Matthew Salvinger
The government has grants set up to help every group of people in the country, including senior citizens. In some cases these grants may be approved to the senior citizens themselves, but the grants can also be awarded to people who assist the citizens on a regular basis. Whether it’s medical research for the elderly…
Incremental Retirement – Sensible Advice For Senior Citizens by Jerry Elrod
Many senior citizens just won’t retire. They are ambitiously alive. They stay busy. They love what they do. They are not putting off retirement because of economic issues. They either own their business or are in a situation in which their business gives them so much permission that the business can do quite well without…
Nevada Senior Guide Announces Active Seniors Expo
http://myvegasmag.com/las-vegas-senior-expo-sept-22-2013 Expo Sponsors & Proceeds Benefiting The Alzheimer’s Association Just a Few Things Our Expo Has to Offer: Ballroom Dancing! Balance & Strength Training! How to Improve Your Sex Life! Senior Community Resources! Live Entertainment! Exercise Demonstrations! Win Free Golf! Win Free Staycation! Free Door Prizes! Play Booth Bingo & Win a Grand Prize Gift…
Villa Monterey – Nevada Senior Guide
A Fabulous 50+ Community Awaits You Experience the quiet side of life that awaits you within the gated community at Villa Monterey. As you enter our community you will notice the generous open space and lush landscaping. Inside we have combined convenience with elegant living. Choose from three spacious floor plans designed with your comforts…
Santa Barbara Palms – Nevada Senior Guide
4880 Santa Barbara St, Las Vegas NV 89121 Santa Barbara Palms apartment homes is a brand new affordable Senior Living community offering 2 bedroom 2 bath options in the southeast area of Las Vegas, NV. Amenities include a huge clubhouse complete with kitchen, fitness center, media room, billiards, craft room, class room, computer and business…
Senior Dating, Senior Centers, and Senior Citizen Services by J.J. Nielson
Are you an active senior adult looking for interesting and fun things to spice up your retirement living? There are many resources available to guide you. If you are a widowed or single older adult, there are several ways for you to meet potential partners with senior matchmaking. There are even special senior dating online …
Mobile Carwash; Senior Citizens and Mobile Homes by Lance Winslow
Senior citizens are generally not a large marketing segment for mobile detailers or car washers, however, they should not be ignored. You will find in a near by area a seniors-only mobile home park. You will also find square dance clubs and senior centers. All of these places can be extremely good places to look…
Health Insurance for Senior Citizens – Why Do You Need It? by KV Gopalakrishnan
When you are more than fifty years of age, it is natural that your requirements for medical assistance increases. Periodical visits to Medical centers become important now for safeguarding you from health problems and also for making it possible for you to recoup should you fall ill. Until now, you had been keeping mostly healthy…
Advocacy for Senior Citizens: Getting Your Loved One the Best Care Available by Matthew G Young
A senior care consultant can play a very helpful role in your loved one’s care. There is no set requirement for the professional background of a senior care consultant; they can be nurses, doctors, or even experienced caregivers. The main thing that this profession needs is a good idea of all the options available to…
Keeping Senior Citizens Active by Matthew G Young
Just like anyone else, senior citizens like to stay active. Having a list of activities for your elderly relatives to do will keep them active and alert. Both mental and physical stimulation are proven to be healthy for senior citizens, it’s only a matter of finding the activities that they enjoy the most. This goes…
Gifts for Senior Citizens by David Stillwagon
Whether it is at Christmas time or a birthday coming up buying gifts for some people seems to take up time and a lot of pondering. Do you want to buy something practical that they can use all the time or maybe surprise them with something unique, much of the decision depends on the person…
Planning Senior Citizens Trips – The Benefits of Bus Tours by Bronwyn White
Are you retired, or planning to retire? Would you like to see the world without the hassle of preparing for a vacation?. Planning your future senior citizens trips can be hassle free if you decide to consider bus tours Read on to see how much easier it is to join a bus tour instead of…
Quality Personal Security Devices for Senior Citizens by Dharmendar Kumar
Some of the sectors of human society are largely vulnerable to criminal atrocities. Besides women and children, the two most vulnerable groups, there is another that is slowly but steadily coming to the forefront. It is the senior citizens. Security Aspects for Senior Citizens Even the best of athletes and strong men grow weaker and…
Senior Citizen Travel Insurance – Baby Boomer Travelers Need This Protection by Susan Elizabeth
One of the favorite activities of senior citizens and baby boomers is traveling. There are large numbers of travel agencies and tour groups that specialize in providing travel adventures to seniors. And one of the things that is most important when you are a boomer and you are out traveling around the country or the…
Medicare Supplemental Insurance Plans for Senior Citizens by Brant Reed
For senior citizens, having medical coverage through the federal government’s Medicare program is literally a lifesaver. Many of these senior citizens would not be able to afford the basic medical care that they need without Medicare. This social insurance program allows them to stay healthy and enjoy a longer life than they might otherwise enjoy…
Health Insurance – Boon For Senior Citizens by Mike James Soni
Water, Water everywhere but not a drop to drink! That was how Senior Citizens felt some years ago when the Health Insurance companies were selective to cater to them. With better medical conditions, people are able to live longer and healthier. However, age does bring some health related issues that needs to be taken care…
Caring For Elderly Parents? Jitterbug Cell Phones & Medical Alert Devices For Senior Citizens Help! by Kaye Swain
Are you one of the many members of the never-aging Baby Boomers Generation caring for elderly parents who don’t live nearby? Or perhaps they are close, but work keeps you too busy to get over to check on them daily? Would you like something made just for them to help them in the event of…
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…
Why Should You Care About Senior Citizen Cell Phones, Cell Phones For Kids And Dexterity Challenged? by Sheri Davis Collins
Cell phones for senior citizens are getting better and better. Cell phones for seniors and kids usually have a number of mutual needs. This is one phone that can meet the demands of both. Its main features are a large keypad, screen and fonts. It does not text, take photos, do music or have ring…