6 Ways to Ensure Slip, Trip, and Fall Prevention This Spring
Spring has sprung and with it comes a gauntlet of weather changes. These weather changes can present a challenge when it comes to slip, trip, and fall prevention. The weather starts getting warmer and as snow and ice begin to melt, your risk of slipping and falling on accident goes...
Paying for Long-Term Care in Retirement
...some kind of long-term care. Therefore the more you understand the better prepared you’ll be in the event you need it. Who Pays for Long-Term Care? Medicare Medicare is a federal program that provides medical and hospital benefits for those 65 years and older. It has multiple components (A,B,C) that...
Hey Seniors, Good News: Age is a State of Mind
...talking about past experiences in the present tense, when compared to the control group, those asked to change their perceptions experienced improved dexterity, physical appearance, and posture. Surprisingly, even their eyesight improved. This study has been repeated and yielded the same results. This leads researchers to believe that mental attitudes...
5 Essential Retirement Documents
...easier in retirement, however, this doesn’t apply to your taxes. Many complications regarding your taxes come into play in retirement because your employer is no longer automatically withholding taxes from your paycheck, which can make paying your taxes tricky. You may owe taxes on your Social Security, pension, and annuity...
Chair Exercises to Keep You Fit While You Sit
...back straight, and shoulders over hips. Begin by placing both hands on the arms of the chair. As you exhale, push yourself up using your arms. Straighten at the elbow but make sure your hands stay touching the arms of the chair and that you do not come to a...
Stop Eyesight Loss in Its Tracks with a Healthy Diet
...the key to battling sight loss due to glaucoma. Additionally, scientists found a connection between diets low in carbs and high in protein resulted in generating metabolites favorable to optic nerves. This leads to better long-term optical health. Other Tips to Stop Eyesight Loss Use these quick tips to stop...
5 Ways to Stay Active As You Age
...belief for staying active as you age. Basically, if you don’t use it, you’ll lose it. If you want to stay active and mobile, you need to move as much as possible. However, it’s common for individuals in the 50-plus community to move less due to things like arthritis that...
7 Essential Questions to Ask About Full Retirement Age
If you are approaching retirement and considering claiming your standard Social Security benefits, there are a few things you should know ahead of time. One thing that’s important to understand is your full retirement age. If you’re wondering if you are ready to retire, to begin with, check out this...
Aging in Place Services: Living Well
...just that. So, take a class, learn how to cook organically, or start a new workout routine. The healthier you are, the longer you can thrive in your home. Download our guide to wellness at any age. start Download Now https://confident-living.org/resources/living-and-aging-the-way-you-want/ left editor Give us a call at 513-719-3522 primary...
What is the Cost of Care?
...for a private room nursing home. Overall, the cost of aging in your own home is less than the cost of a care facility. Consider working with a Care Coordinator to help you manage services and understand costs. As a result you’ll have a better understanding of what you need...