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When are Assisted Living Expenses Tax Deductible?

When are Assisted Living Expenses Tax Deductible?

September 4, 2019 | No Comments

Assisted living expenses can become extremely expensive in a short amount of time. Whether your loved one is suffering from physical challenges or mental impairment, these expenses may be tax deductible. “Chronically Ill” Status Make sure that a care plan has been created for your loved one and that the care required for their daily needs is carefully documented. If their long-term care expenses are more than 10% of your gross income as of 2019 and they are considered chronically ill, these expenses are tax deductible. Physical factors of chronic illness include the inability to feed themselves, dress, bathe or
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5 Healthy Meals For Seniors That Sizzle

5 Healthy Meals For Seniors That Sizzle

May 16, 2019 | No Comments

1. Stuffed Green Peppers Stuffed green peppers are not only delicious and healthy, but they are also easy to prepare and very satisfying. Make them by cleaning four green peppers and eradicating the stem, pulp, and seeds. Boil them for five minutes before draining. Add a pound of ground turkey to a saucepan and heat until golden brown. Include half a cup of chopped onion, one cup of cooked rice, and half a cup of tomato sauce to the pan. Then add pepper for flavor and put the mixture inside the peppers before placing them in a casserole dish. Put
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Preserving Legacy: Helping Your Parents Write Their Life Story

Preserving Legacy: Helping Your Parents Write Their Life Story

May 15, 2019 | No Comments

While no life lasts forever, story can. Preserving legacy is important to individuals, family members, friends, and future generations. Everyone has a life story that is worth telling and recording. When someone is suffering from memory difficulties, the preservation process can be daunting for them if they try it alone. Here are a few tips for people who want to record the life stories of their aging family members. It does not require the writing skills of a novelist. It does not require the imagination of a movie director. It just takes patience, a little planning, and a great deal
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Safe Stretches for Seniors

Safe Stretches for Seniors

April 9, 2019 | No Comments

As people age, it can become increasingly difficult to do things like get up from a chair or get into bed. This is due to a decline in flexibility and muscle strength. A good stretching program is important to increase and maintain flexibility. Stretching will improve posture and the movement in joints. It can also help reduce stress and reduce the risk of injury. Why Should You Stretch? Seniors should try to stretch major muscle groups for at least 10 minutes, at least two days a week. It’s best if stretching is on days where resistance or cardiovascular training exercises
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5 Reasons Why Every Senior Should GET OUT This Spring

5 Reasons Why Every Senior Should GET OUT This Spring

April 9, 2019 | No Comments

While spending time outdoors is good for anyone, it can be especially important for seniors. It has been learned that simply being outdoors provides a surprising variety of physical and emotional health benefits. As the weather gets warmer, finding more opportunities to spend time outdoors is essential. Boost Your Short-Term Memory A study conducted at the University of Michigan looked at the effects of one’s environment on short-term memory. Volunteers were divided into two groups. The first group was asked to take a short walk around an arboretum, while the second group walked down a busy city street. Participants from
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Motivational Tips For Seniors

Motivational Tips For Seniors

March 22, 2019 | No Comments

There is a sense of loss and dependence that comes with aging. As older individuals lose some autonomy, they also lose part of their identity. Humans tend to associate their abilities and skills as part of their overall self-worth and ego. When these capabilities begin to naturally decrease with age, we tend to struggle with the change. Many adults are concerned about the mental health and happiness of their older parents. While health issues are always important, many people also worry about the will and motivation of their elderly loved ones. Here are a few motivational tips for seniors.  
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How to Make Your Money Work for Your Retirement

How to Make Your Money Work for Your Retirement

March 22, 2019 | No Comments

Money is the most significant source of worry for most people, and it is an even more significant source of stress for people who have retired. Also though it’s a phase in life that should be welcomed with relief and joy to be out of the workforce; finally, most people are disabled with anxiety once they think about retirement. A lot of people start saving up for retirement early in life. However, unexpected events such as sickness or disaster may force one to use up all that they were saving. Once this happens, you have to start all over again,
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Fresh Air and Senior Health

Fresh Air and Senior Health

May 17, 2018 | No Comments

The Great Outdoors It’s no secret that we all need to connect with nature. This fact can be biting for seniors, especially ones with low mobility. It’s a very fair statement that we’re all a little healthier when we spend some time outside. Yet, why does this fact always seem to evade us? It’s so easy to get stuck in the rigmarole of the daily whatever that we forget. Well no more! While we’re sure you’ve heard of some of these, we wrote this to serve as a reminder. Here’ some really good reasons why seniors should be spending more
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8 Low-Impact Summer Activities for Seniors

8 Low-Impact Summer Activities for Seniors

May 14, 2018 | No Comments

Being physically active is important regardless of your age. Physical activity keeps you physically healthy, emotionally sound, and mentally alert. Regular physical activity has been linked to a reduction in chronic illness and a fuller life as one gets older. Staying physically active can present a challenge for older individuals. Physical limitations may prevent them from engaging in high impact sports or activities. The summer heat presents a greater risk of heatstroke and dehydration for seniors. Low impact activities provide a stellar option for seniors who want to get at least 30 minutes of cardiovascular exercise throughout their day. Low
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