“What was it I was looking for in the frigde?” “What was it I was supposed to get at the store?” “What’s your name again?” Most of us have had to ask questions like this, and it seems to happen more often as we get older. We can’t turn back our biological clock, but there are ...
A growing number of older adults are in debt in retirement, according to the 2022 Survey of Consumer Finances from the Federal Reserve. Among people ages 65 to 74, the share with debt rose to 65% in 2022, up from 50% in 1989 (the first time this question was asked). For people 75 and over, 53% report holding debt in 2022 versus 21% in 1989. This is a big challenge, since people’s income in retirement is traditionally limited. But there are strategies for tackling your balance sheet later in life. Take note: Not all debt is bad debt. “It’s not necessarily the worst thing to ...
Seniors who manage to stay in their homes often live longer and happier lives. But staying at home often means responding to the needs of the individual senior and the environment. Rebuilding Together, a national non-profit has put together the following general checklist of areas that may ...
Caring for a loved one with dementia poses many challenges for families and caregivers. People with dementia from conditions such as Alzheimer’s and related diseases have a progressive biological brain disorder that makes it more and more difficult for them to remember things, think clearly, ...
MARQUETTE — Senior citizens certainly do not want to fall and risk an injury. Most serious falls occur in and around the home, and can be life-changing. To help maintain your independence, it’s important to understand the ways seniors can protect themselves from falls. Some simple precautions can ensure safety and reduce your risk of falling at home. CHECKLIST FOR PREVENTING FALLS IN YOUR HOME Stairways ≤ Make sure all handrails are not broken and are securely fastened. ≤ Both sides of the steps should have handrails. Floors and rugs ≤ Make sure all floor boards are ...
Everyone needs a place where they can retreat to, a place that is uniquely theirs. If you are a male, that venue might be called a man cave, where friends can gather, adult beverages consumed and quietness contemplated. From time to time, these spaces are renovated garages, attics or little-used offices and basements. Here then, from the online site daddilife, are some things to keep in mind when planning a man cave: Talk to your partner It’s definitely a good idea to have a conversation with your partner about your ideas and plans first - especially if it’s likely to ...
