In 2019, more than 3 million older Americans visited the emergency room because of fall-related injuries. That breaks down to five or six falls every minute. Data suggests more… Preventing Slips and Falls
Preventing Slips and Falls
Category: Senior Health
Resources and Support for Older Adults Living Alone: A Comprehensive Guide (2023)
The National Council on Aging has put together a comprehensive guide of resources for older adults living alone, empowering them to thrive independently and access essential services. As more… Resources and Support for Older Adults Living Alone: A Comprehensive Guide (2023)
NCOA: 47 Million Older Households Facing Financial Risks
Eighty percent of U.S. households with older adults, or roughly 47 million households, are financially struggling today or are at risk of falling into economic insecurity as they more… NCOA: 47 Million Older Households Facing Financial Risks
More States Adopting Master Plans for Aging
Older adults prefer to age at home or in their community rather than assisted-living facilities or other institutional settings, but experts say that could be difficult or impossible more… More States Adopting Master Plans for Aging
The Challenges of Living Alone in Retirement
In a recent column published by theStreet, financial planner Sandra Adams highlights recent Census Bureau data suggesting that 36 percent of American households are currently occupied by single more… The Challenges of Living Alone in Retirement
How to plan for aging solo as a childless adult
First of all, aging solo doesn’t have to be lonely. In fact, studies on childless adults show they’re no more lonely or depressed than adults with children. Many more… How to plan for aging solo as a childless adult
Retirement Goal – Happiness
There are a lot of important factors when planning your retirement, but don’t forget the most important: your happiness. Financial planner Ashley Folkes, CFP, says careful financial planning more… Retirement Goal – Happiness
Falls Prevention for Older Adults: Falls Free Checkup
The National Council on Aging offers a free checkup to help older adults determine their risk for falling. The coronavirus pandemic has changed a lot of things. But more… Falls Prevention for Older Adults: Falls Free Checkup
How to plan for rising health care costs
Fidelity has put together an extensive guide to explain the many health care options available to retirees. If you are like most Americans, health care is expected to more… How to plan for rising health care costs
A Guide to Finance for Seniors
Jeff Hoyt, Editor in Chief of Seniorliving.org gathered together a group of experts with over 100 collective years of experience in senior care. The goal of this guide more… A Guide to Finance for Seniors
American Rescue Plan Improves Senior Health and Financial Security
The American Rescue Plan, signed into law by President Biden on March 11, includes critical relief to older adults in need as the nation continues to recover from more… American Rescue Plan Improves Senior Health and Financial Security
What Seniors Need to Know about the COVID-19 Vaccines
Here’s some excellent advice from the National Council on Aging about the Covid-19 Vaccines.