Feb
20
2017
Re-posting information from Social Security. It is worth noting...full retirement age is on a gradual increase due to laws enacted 30 years ago. See below...
Every worker’s dream is having a secure retirement to enjoy the fruits of their labor....
Feb
07
2017
Although glaucoma primarily affects the middle-aged and elderly, it can impact people of all ages. The loss of vision is caused by damage to the optic nerve, which is responsible for carrying images from the eye to the brain.
As...
Jan
30
2017
There are more than three million people in the United States with glaucoma. The eye disease, the number two cause for blindness in this country, is known as "the sneak thief of sight," as there are virtually no symptoms....
Jan
25
2017
Are you still continuing with your new year's resolutions? According to an article in the Journal of Psychology, about 50 percent of Americans make resolutions at this time of year in areas of health (lose weight, exercise more, stop...
Jan
16
2017
The calendar has turned over to the month of January, and a new 2017 year. Many look at this time to change some bad habits, and incorporate newer and better behaviors into daily lifestyles.
Making new year's resolutions. It’s a...
Jan
09
2017
You have just returned from a family gathering over the holidays. After having some time to de-brief, you and your siblings noticed some changes in or around your parents and their living environment. Sometimes, these changes are tell-tale signs...
Jan
02
2017
Have you noticed your elderly parents needing household assistance?
During this holiday season, be observant when visiting elderly family. If you notice a problem in one area, for example: stale food in the refrigerator...this might also be indicative of other...
Dec
12
2016
Re-post from Social Security newsletter...
Monthly Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits will see a slight increase in 2017.
Some other adjustments that take effect in January of each year are based on the increase in average wages. Based...
Dec
06
2016
As we grow older, normal aging causes elders to experience decline in cognitive functions. Leading a healthy lifestyle that’s both socially and intellectually stimulating combats normal, age-related mental decline.
Here are some additional tips to help keep the mind sharp...
Dec
02
2016
As we age, our brain literally shrinks. Over time, we may lose more than 10% of its size. But the brain is similar to muscle, in that muscles shrink and lose strength without exercise. Similarly, the brain can be...