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The Quintessential Gentleman’s Guide to Assisted Living – Part 1 The Quintessential Gentleman’s Guide to Assisted Living – Part 1
I’m not new to aging, but I am new to this age. The age where my balance is mischievous, reaction times lazy, and my agility is sometimes asleep at the wheel. I love my life. I have lived life full, and will continue to do so for a long, long time.
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Casserole Conversations: Part 1 Casserole Conversations: Part 1
I’ve always loved digging in the dirt. Literal dirt, metaphorical dirt, put me in a dirt pile – I’m as happy as a pup sniffing out a delicious trail to some long-lost bone…You get the idea. I’m an Anthropologist by nature and profession.
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A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding Medicare A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding Medicare
Medicare is one of the federal / state health insurance programs available in the United States. It is eligible for use by those who are age 65 and older.
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Questions to Ask When Choosing an Assisted Living Facility Questions to Ask When Choosing an Assisted Living Facility
It’s an exciting time to move into a senior care facility, as communities are ushering in a new era that caters to residents, allowing them to retain their independence and enjoy the things that they love all while receiving the care that they require.
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Golfing For Seniors: Best Tips and Tricks To Improve Your Game Golfing For Seniors: Best Tips and Tricks To Improve Your Game
Golf is a great sport for keeping you young. It’s a relatively low-impact, low-injury game that you can play alone or in a group, in a league or a tight-knit foursome or your spouse. It’s accessible for people who may have mobility issues, and for seniors looking to be more active.
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Is Assisted Living Tax Deductible? Is Assisted Living Tax Deductible?
If you or your loved one lives in an assisted living community, part or all of your assisted living costs may qualify for the medical expense tax deduction.
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The Quintessential Gentleman’s Guide to Assisted Living – Part 3 The Quintessential Gentleman’s Guide to Assisted Living – Part 3
weeks or months past, but when the marketing packets, brochures and whirligigs started filling my mailbox it all came back. So many pictures of bouncy joyful seniors holding newspapers and laughing over coffee.
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Why Do People With Dementia Wander? Why Do People With Dementia Wander?
One of the most dangerous behaviors associated with dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease is wandering. Taking the steps to prevent wandering can keep your loved one safe and ensure that they aren’t at risk outside of their home.
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Alleviating the Common Fears of Assisted Living Alleviating the Common Fears of Assisted Living
Having “the talk” about moving to an assisted living community can be difficult. There are a variety of reasons why you or your loved one may be hesitant to move into assisted living.
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