For many, the Stock Market Crash of 2008 wiped out most of their retirement savings. For some, working longer past the traditional retirement age is a key to ongoing engagement, community involvement, and mental health. For most, working beyond 65 (or whatever the retirement age is in your country) is an economic expectation, for better […]
#Aging: Medicare’s Support To Home Health Agencies Likely To Be Cut 3+%
With government cuts (or default) looming, everyone is talking about cuts. The battle is really over how much cutting will be done, and who will bleed most. The two federal programs that are most often discussed as targets for cutting are Social Security and Medicare. And every political stripe agrees that as the growing number […]
What is Senior Corps?
Thinking about making a difference in your community? Want to volunteer but haven’t been able to find the right fit? Over 55? Then maybe Senior Corps is for you. “Americans over 55 have a lifetime of experience to share, and the desire to make a real difference in their world. They’ve managed households, been business […]
The Latest Technologies for Senior Living @ CES 2011
Steve Gurney’s “Everyone is Aging” blog has some great reviews of the latest technologies aimed at seniors at this year’s Consumer Electronic Show in Las Vegas. His focus is on healthcare and senior living solutions, in particular. Watch the video to find out more: httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=16X3XWPWBgg