Elder Abuse Prevention Resource Guide
Elder abuse is a growing problem in the United States. And sadly, the problem is likely to continue to increase as the American population ages. This article explores what elder abuse is and then provides resources that a concerned individual can access to help someone who is potentially experiencing elder abuse. What Is Elder Abuse? […]
Read MoreThe Psychology of Retirement Is Built on These 5 Principles
The stress of working day after day, year after year takes its toll on the mind and body. Retirement is the promise of an end to the rat race. The feeling of relief from being dependent on a job to live the lifestyle you want to live…
Read MoreA Guide to Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s Disease has been described (among other things) as a type of movement disorder because the part of the brain that coordinates movement is degenerating. It progresses very slowly. Gradually muscles stiffen, movements slow down. This leads to impaired coordination which affects balance and eventually causes falls. In addition to movement disorders, there are non-motor […]
Read MoreTransition Issues for the Elderly and Their Family
Dealing with the transitions that happen between aging individuals and their families can be a bit challenging. There’s so much that changes as we age, and what we expect and what is, is often different. For adult children with parents transitioning into the stage of older adulthood, AKA retirement, there are certain issues that may […]
Read MoreCalifornia Aging Statistics & Resource Guide
The California Aging Statistics & Resource Guide contains key information, links and statistics for senior citizens in California. With an aging population and the average cost of care averaging between $28.00 an hour for home care to $10,646 a month for skilled nursing care, California is typically more expensive than the national average. This guide […]
Read MorePennsylvania Aging Statistics & Resource Guide
The Pennsylvania Aging Statistics & Resource Guide contains key information, links and statistics for senior citizens in Pennsylvania. With an aging population and the average cost of care averaging between $23.00 an hour for home care to $10,403 a month for skilled nursing care, Pennsylvania is typically more expensive than the national average. This guide […]
Read MoreSouth Dakota Aging Statistics & Resource Guide
The South Dakota Aging Statistics & Resource Guide contains key information, links and statistics for senior citizens in South Dakota. With an aging population and the average cost of care averaging between $28.00 an hour for home care to $7,194 a month for skilled nursing care, South Dakota is typically less expensive than the national […]
Read MoreRhode Island Aging Statistics & Resource Guide
The Rhode Island Aging Statistics & Resource Guide contains key information, links and statistics for senior citizens in Rhode Island. With an aging population and the average cost of care averaging between $27.00 an hour for home care to $10,646 a month for skilled nursing care, Rhode Island is typically more expensive than the national […]
Read MoreArkansas Aging Statistics & Resource Guide
The Arkansas Aging Statistics & Resource Guide contains key information, links and statistics for senior citizens in Arkansas. With an aging population and the average cost of care averaging between $19.00 an hour for home care to $6,083 a month for skilled nursing care, Arkansas is typically less expensive than the national average. This guide […]
Read MoreWashington Aging Statistics & Resource Guide
The Washington Aging Statistics & Resource Guide contains key information, links and statistics for senior citizens in Washington. With an aging population and the average cost of care averaging between $30.50 an hour for home care to $9,931 a month for skilled nursing care, Washington is typically less expensive than the national average. This guide […]
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