Seniors who are socially isolated and lonely are often sicker and may not live as long as others who remain close with family and friends. In a study by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), researchers found seniors who had few ties to the community had an increased risk of cardiovascular issues. In addition, lonely […]
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Chronic diseases such as diabetes, cancer, heart disease, and obesity are common in seniors with approximately 85% of those over 65 having at least one chronic health concern according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The CDC recommends implementing preventive measures such as lifestyle changes for those 50 and older to stop
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It is not uncommon for a senior to experience financial abuse. Often, the first signs are unpaid bills and unexplained withdrawals from bank accounts. Sadly, those responsible for financial abuse are most commonly close family members. Elder financial abuse is the highest reported type of abuse of the elderly and to protect loved ones, it
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Approximately one-third of seniors over the age of 65 fall each year and the National Council on Aging (NCOA) reports 75% of all such falls occur either in the home or close to home. The NCOA cautions that over 9500 seniors die of falls each year and as seniors age, the risk for falls becomes
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If you are a veteran or surviving spouse of a veteran and need help with everyday tasks, you may be entitled to help from the Veterans Association to pay for assistance. A little known benefit from the Veterans Association called Aid and Attendance can help with the costs of getting help with dressing, bathing, or
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Every August is National Make-A-Will month and if you don’t have a will, consider creating one. According to LexisNexis, approximately 55% of people in the United States do not have a will. Taking the time to make your own will allows you to determine what happens to your assets and belongings. Some of the reasons
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Many seniors prefer to remain at home instead of moving into an assisted living facility or nursing home. Home healthcare provides support with daily living tasks such as chores and going to the store or taking care of a home. This type of care is often less expensive than living in a facility, and it
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Both a living will and a Do Not Resuscitate Order (DNR) are advance directives. They both provide instructions on what to do if someone becomes incapacitated and cannot make medical decisions. However, each one has a specific purpose. A living will which is also called an instruction directive in New Jersey, is used to tell
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Family members who care for the elderly may be eligible to be paid by Medicaid. When a senior needs ongoing daily care, often the family members assume the responsibility of transporting the individual to doctor appointments, tests, and daily errands. Many family members also have to give up jobs or work fewer hours to provide
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