Finding the right senior housing community can become overwhelming with all the choices. You can use the internet, but the information can make your head spin. Understanding the terminology, which place is suitable for the person, and the affordability are a lot of factors to consider. Fortunately, there are senior placement services to help older […]

Nutrition is vital since the body uses food to help grow and develop, keep the body healthy, and replace tissue. A healthy diet includes foods and liquids with essential nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, proteins, carbohydrates, fats, and water. All of this is what the body needs. Good nutrition helps people live longer and lowers the […]

There are five types of Medicare coverage: Parts A (hospital coverage) and B (non-admitted emergency room visits, medical appointments, medical supplies, and tests), Part C (Medicare Advantage Plan), Part D (drug coverage), and Medicare Supplement Insurance often referred to as a Medigap coverage. The Social Security Administration provides parts A and B coverage. Insurance companies […]

Medicare open enrollment for 2025 is from October 15 to December 7. There are five types of Medicare plans, including Part A, B, C, D, and Supplemental. Now is the time to contact a Medicare specialist to learn more about any changes to your current plan and to look into alternatives for Part C (Medicare […]

Transportation can be a significant issue if one does not drive. Some have family or friends to take them to appointments or the store. Unfortunately, not everyone has this option. Plus, transportation may be complicated for anyone with a disability, especially finding transportation that is ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliant. Is there transportation available […]

Most adults 65 and older want to grow old in their homes. Modifications may need to be made at the house to accomplish this goal. When it comes to in-home care, most older adults receive services from unpaid family caregivers allowing them to age in place. This may not be an option for some families. […]