Many people looking to retire to sunny climates are also ready to leave behind the hassles and responsibilities of owning and maintaining a home. For seniors looking for an independent living situation without the daily headaches of upkeep and maintenance, a retirement village may be the perfect solution. Retirement villages in southwest Florida and around ...
The older population – persons 65 years or older – numbered 36.8 million in 2005. They represented 12.4% of the U.S. population, about one in every eight Americans. The cost of providing health care for an older American is three to five times greater than the cost for someone younger than 65. By 2030, the ...
Although it’s the holiday season, soon enough the cold air of winter will usher in January and February. The holidays will have past. New Year’s resolutions will have been broken, and it will be time to do your taxes. For small businesses, especially those who have just started up, this can seem like a daunting ...
With our current economic conditions, many senior citizens are opting to stay on the work force for financial security. Many seniors find themselves working well pass their retirement age since their retirement income is no longer enough for the mounds of bills they have to pay. To ensure that they can afford vital necessities such ...
AARP stands for the American Association for Retired Persons. It is a non-profit organization that was founded by Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus, a retired school principal in 1956. The AARP actually evolved from the National Retired Teachers Association in which Dr. Andrus established in 1947. Over 35 million retired persons over the age of 50 ...
Eugene, Oregon is home to dozens of Adult Foster Homes offering housing, assistance and services to seniors and people in a private home residence setting. All of these Adult Foster Homes are licensed, inspected and monitored by the Department of Human Services in Oregon. These homes are carefully regulated and must meet safety requirements. These ...
People might wonder why I am interested in researching a part of my heritage that is so small. Most people would choose to conduct genealogy research on their most prominent ethnic group or race. I am mostly Scotch, Irish, and English however I have always had a strong attachment to the Cherokee Indian side of ...
To cater to the needs of different people that like mountain biking for different purposes there are many types of mountain bikes available in the market. Some people prefer mountain biking, because it is an activity that offers thrill with excitement. Many people like mountain biking just for the sake of recreation. There are also ...
While there is no such thing as the fountain of youth, strength training can prevent and even reverse some of the effects of aging. Traditionally, common perception has been that the loss of strength and muscle mass is a normal result of the aging process. However, while a certain decrease is to be expected, deterioration ...
If you live in a decent size community, chances are you’ve come across an ambulance or two at some point, either going the other direction with lights spinning and siren screaming. Maybe you’ve even had to call for an ambulance for a friend or loved one, or been taken by one yourself. Ever wonder who ...
