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Village For The Elderly It’s a warm and bright harvest time evening in Chicago. Music is playing, food is being grilled and served to dozens of seniors as they relax and talk.  Despite the relaxed feel of this evening’s gathering, it isn’t without purpose. Thompson is the volunteer director of Age-Friendly Englewood village, an association that provides low-salary adults on the city’s South Side with jobs and volunteer work and she’s looking to expand her

At the point when friends and family reach their golden years, their physical wellbeing isn’t the main thing in danger of breaking down. If their psychological well-being diminishes, they may experience difficulty dealing with their cash on an everyday basis, and could even wind up helpless against fraudulent activity. Here are five steps for overseeing your loved one’s financial health. Begin a discussion It can be difficult to admit that your mental health is on

The Fight Against Rising Health Care Expenses Health care expenses are on the rise and many seniors are left feeling powerless. Fortunately, there are a few ways to find relief. Monitor Ongoing Medical Expenses It’s easy to get used to a certain payment schedule for procedures or prescriptions. Be sure to continue monitoring your bills to ensure you’re not being overcharged or double-charged. Shop Around for Services Many physicians provide referrals when you need to

What are ADLs and How Do They Help Seniors? One of the most troubling aspects of advanced age is the eventual inability to complete vital daily tasks with ease or, independently. Individuals who have Alzheimer’s or Dementia are common examples of those who may require additional support with managing their daily routines. But the loss of daily capacity isn’t limited to issues developing with basic brain functions. Seniors commonly suffer from a range of musculoskeletal

Every year, millions of seniors face the negative side effects of depression. Geriatric depression has grown so prevalent that many people assume it is a natural step in the aging process; it is not. October is National Depression Education and Awareness Month, and this year we would like to set our sites squarely on geriatric depression and how to prevent, or hopefully reverse it in seniors suffering from its effects. How Does Geriatric Depression Develop?

Seniors with Pets | How Owning a Pet Can Improve the Aging Process Welcoming home a new pet companion can be an exciting addition to a senior’s life. Bringing home a new animal friend can help seniors be healthier and happier during their golden years. Dogs, cats or other household animals provide companionship to the lonely, eliminating isolation and boredom while also creating motivation for a healthier lifestyle. ACTIVITY “Let’s go!” For most dogs, mentioning