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Medical Costs You Need to Prepare for in Retirement
If you’re like most people, you’re probably looking forward to your retirement years. These years give you an opportunity to delve into hobbies, to connect with friends and to explore the later part of your life. However, before this can happen, you usually need to...
How to Help Your Senior Loved Ones Plan Their Estate
Planning for the future can be a challenge on your own. If your senior loved ones are struggling with financial decisions or seem overwhelmed with the decision-making process, you can step in to provide them with some relief. Be aware that there are financial and...
24 Ways to Boost Your Immune System Naturally
A strong immune system can help fight off viruses and bacteria that can cause infection or disease. Blog post by Catherine Carrigan of www.catherinecarrigan.com You can boost your immune system naturally by following these 24 natural healing remedies: What you can do...
Why Final Expense Coverage Should Be Part of Your Insurance Essentials
Why Final Expense Coverage Should Be Part of Your Insurance Essentials Guest Blog by Jim Vogel of elderaction.org Life is full of unpleasant surprises, and preparedness is the key to taking them in stride. Along those lines, it’s important to make plans for the worst...
Concerns You May Have When You’re Getting Ready to Retire
After so many years of work, it feels nice to imagine that you're now going to enjoy all that you've worked hard for without any more work-related stress. However, adjusting to this stage of life is not a bed of roses. There are many challenges and unexpected events...
Important Steps to Take When Building Your Retirement Home
Aging in place can greatly reduce your expenses and uncertainty in retirement. However, it's critically important that you design your home with retirement in mind before you are forced to make expensive changes due to injury, infirmity, or illness. Consider the...
How You Can Protect Yourself Financially After a Work Injury
There is no doubt that being injured at work and losing your job due to injuries and disability is a nightmare. Suddenly, life becomes unbearable as mortgages and rent become challenging to pay. Your family may be at risk of losing their home or standard of living....
Should You Sell Your House, Rent It Out, or Leave It to Family?
Should You Sell Your House, Rent It Out, or Leave It to Family? Guest Blog Post by Jim Vogel of Elderaction.org You’re ready to move into a downsized home for your senior years, but one looming question remains: What to do with the family home? Whether to sell a...
3 More Things to Look for in a Senior Care Facility
It's never easy making the decision to put your loved one in a senior care facility. It's also not easy to choose one that you feel would meet your loved one's needs the way that you would. Here are three considerations to help you fine-tune your decision. Facility...
How Your Body Changes With Age
"Getting old is not for sissies." Bette Davis, famed actress of the silver screen, knew what she was talking about. Two of the easiest ways to keep your mind and body as healthy as possible for as long as possible is to eat a balanced diet and exercise regularly. Your...
Why You Might Want to Build Your Retirement Home
If you're nearing retirement, you may be working hard to pay off your existing home. For those with houses that have multiple stories, it's a good idea to consider building a new retirement home. Here are some reasons you may want a home designed for aging that can...
How to Deal With Unexpected Home Expenses
There are many different unexpected home expenses that can occur when you own a property. You can incur damage to the structure of your home because of an unexpected weather event. You might have a leaky pipe that causes water damage to your foundation. You may have...
Retirement Vehicles You Should Be Investing in Now
Investing in your retirement is key to planning for your future. You will need to invest in your housing, your health and your future cash flow. To grow your money for the future and support your financial health, there are several vehicles that can help you get...
Deaf People Are More Likely to Suffer Medical Malpractice — Why?
Medical malpractice is something that happens to many unsuspecting patients each year. There are different forms of malpractice, but it always happens when a patient suffers due to a medical professional straying from their typical standard or medical practice. Deaf...
3 Ways to Make Worship Services Easier for Seniors
The world is a big place full of conflicting ideas and disagreements. It's rare to find something everyone has in common. However, it isn't impossible, and across all countries, cultures and beliefs, one thing remains true everywhere. The elderly are consistently the...
4 Tips for Coping With Chronic Illness
One of the biggest challenges of living with a chronic illness can be juggling ongoing treatment and enjoying life. Living with a continuous health condition often means that there will be great days, good days and days that are more limited. Balancing life around the...
3 Essential Things to Know About Investment Properties
Many people have money that they would like to invest in something rather than letting it sit in the bank for months or years. With interest rates being at a disappointing level, it’s a good idea to put your money somewhere else. Property investments are a great...
There’s No Place Like Home: How to Make the Elderly Feel Comfortable Living in Their Own House
The majority of elderly people want to be able to stay in their homes throughout their senior years. Despite any medical issues that may arise, staying in one’s home is usually the preferred location for residence. While senior citizens might not be able to take care...