November 26, 2009, Posted by at 2:32 am
Since the beginning of the federally insured Reverse Mortgage in 1988 when the government started regulating them, the program has gone through many changes that have not only created more security for the senior homeowner, but reduced fees and increased borrowing limits. Also not to mention increased the options that are available for the senior [...]
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November 26, 2009, Posted by at 1:34 am
Senior Centers are performing a growing role in helping older Americans to realize greater independence by offering access to the Aging Network and other services. Information gathered from these centers on their effectiveness is extremely important.
Senior Centers are places where senior citizens can come together to help build community awareness of their needs and interests. [...]
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November 26, 2009, Posted by at 12:33 am
As the gray-haired population hit the mid-sixties, in home care is much in demand.
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November 25, 2009, Posted by at 10:33 pm
The Industry Today
The U.S. is in fear of a deep recession, the stock market is tanking, home prices are plummeting, unemployment is rising, retail sales are tumbling, demand for commodities is sinking, bank earnings keep falling, and consumer confidence is shaky at best. The disconnect between the seniors housing buyer and seller in today’s market [...]
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November 25, 2009, Posted by at 8:32 pm
When I visited my library the other day, I came across the Senior Citizen’s Handbook: Laws and Programs Affecting Senior Citizens in Virginia.
Financial AssistanceIt’s a slender, oversized book, with chapters on Financial Assistance, explaining in detail everything you need to know about Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, Pensions and Veterans Benefits, the Food Stamp program [...]
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November 25, 2009, Posted by at 7:33 pm
Many times caregivers need to have additional assistance when providing in home-senior care for a family member or friend. When you are evaluating options for in-home senior care, consider the difference between Adult Day Care Centers and Home In-home senior care. Each provides a specific service and environment in in-home senior care alternatives. This article [...]
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November 25, 2009, Posted by at 6:33 pm
Owning a franchising business can offer you brand awareness, trustworthiness and consistency that can take years to build up for any new business. It can be one of the easiest and most successful methods of entering the business world, however don?t think of it as an easy ride. A franchise takes a lot of hard [...]
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November 25, 2009, Posted by at 5:33 pm
Senior Pet Tips: Simple Things You Can Do To Make Your Senior Pets More Comfortable
As our beloved companions get older they begin to slow down and many suffer from the same age-related wear and tear as we humans do. Arthritis, gastric upsets, diminished senses, sensitivity to extreme heat and cold are just a [...]
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November 25, 2009, Posted by at 4:33 pm
If you’re a senior, new homes in a dedicated retirement community can be very appealing. There’s a focus on active adult living, your lawn maintenance is taken care of, the community is committed to seniors and you get to live independently while enjoying the comfort of on-site health care amenities.
Retirement communities and age-restricted resort communities [...]
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November 25, 2009, Posted by at 3:33 pm
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