Archive for October, 2009

Protecting Seniors From Fraud

Posted in Retirement | Saturday, October 31st, 2009

Seniors tend to be vulnerable because they grew up in a more polite time when they thought it was rude to hang up on someone and there is the issue of being alone or lonely, so they’re more likely to talk to strangers. Scams involving medical care services, sweepstakes and prizes are popular scams on [...]

Adult Day Care - Services and Facilities For the Elderly

Posted in Elder Care | Saturday, October 31st, 2009

Adult day care centers provide care, assistance and companionship. While senior health day care focuses on more specialized health, therapeutic, and social services for seniors with severe medical disorders and disabilities.
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Estate Planning Mistake #2 - Not Drafting a Will Properly

Posted in Retirement | Friday, October 30th, 2009

Occasionally, I’ll have someone admit grudgingly that it makes sense to draft a will, but then they perform a near 180 by saying “I’ll just buy a will kit from Grand & Toy.” Or worse, “I’ll just write one up myself and leave it in the jewelry box.” If you’re going to draw up [...]

Why Seniors All Over the Country Are Turning on to the Reverse Mortgage in Droves

Posted in Retirement | Friday, October 30th, 2009

Ever since the inception on the Reverse Mortgage in 1982, the press and the media have torn the program apart. But since, there has been major sweeping changes over the last few years. The Reverse Mortgage has been growing faster then any other segment of the financial industry and here is why!
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Choosing Products For Incontinence

Posted in Elder Care | Friday, October 30th, 2009

Finding a well fitting and effective product to manage incontinence can be a difficult process.  Understanding the types of products available and their intended purposes will help you make better purchasing choices.  This article offers a step-by-step guide to product selection.
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Stop Asking a Financial Advisor What to Do With Your Money!

Posted in Retirement | Thursday, October 29th, 2009

Can I ask you a question? Would you give $100,000 of your hard earned money to a taxi cab driver and ask him or her to invest this for you? Why are we giving our life savings to big financial companies to invest it for us? Isn’t it your money and not theirs?
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Your New Retirement Lifestyle - Keep on Learning

Posted in Retirement | Thursday, October 29th, 2009

Since we are living longer and healthier lives, we have the time to rediscover our passions and learn new things. This article makes concrete suggestions for you to continue the learning process during your Third Age.
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Tips For the Elderly - How to Prevent Falling in the Bedroom

Posted in Elder Care | Thursday, October 29th, 2009

Although not too many, the bedroom holds a few things that can contribute to an elderly person falling and seriously hurting him/herself. Therefore, since this is the case, there are a few things can be done about it.
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Multiplying Your Retirement Income Money

Posted in Retirement | Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

The need for money during your retirement years is clear enough. The concern that you should have today is whether your savings will be enough to give you the kind of retirement income money that you need. The good thing for those who are employed is that the government provides for a facility where you [...]

Tips For the Elderly - How to Prevent Falling in the Kitchen

Posted in Elder Care | Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

Apart from the basement, the kitchen holds more potential dangers than anywhere else does in the home. Therefore, it is a good idea to eliminate some of these potential dangers and some of the things that an elderly could do to achieve this are suggested in this article.
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