Paul H. Irving offers an uplifting view of the WHCOA’s impact on our successfully living longer and with more security and resources. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/paul-h-irving/new-frontier-for-successful-aging_b_7845022.html
We all know that our seniors are ideal targets for financial swindles —especially online — because they often have accumulated savings over a lifetime, own their own homes and are compassionate, may live alone and become lonely and therefore are susceptible to being deceived by someone intent on fraud. Here are some
Last week at the White House Conference on Aging the website www.aging.gov was launched. www.ParentingOurParents.org wants you to know about Aging.gov as it was designed to provide older Americans, their families, friends, and other caregivers with a one-stop resource for government-wide information on helping older adults live independent and fulfilling lives.” You can read
The latest studies reveal these startling numbers! 1 in 3 Americans is now an unpaid family caregiver! 1 in 10 over 40 is a person “sandwiched” between caring for aging loved ones and younger dependents! Of course, as the POParent, you’re aiming to stay positive and have a great attitude
“Get Ahead of the Curve: 1 in 10 Americans is called “sandwiched” because they’re caring for aging parents and their youngsters. But they’re not planning ahead” http://www.newser.com/article/23e752b33eb34e4684dc1517a9ab6b25/healthbeat-poll-finds-generation-caught-between-kids-and-aging-parents-worried-about-own-care.html
Summer is officially in full swing! Like hanging out with your kids in the heat, sometimes it’s a challenge to come up with fun, creative ways to spend time together — away from the computer. Here are 10 ways you and your beloved seniors can create cherished memories with each
As we age, our physical and mental capabilities are frequently not what they once were. It’s sometimes a major challenge, especially initially, to face up to the limitations that appear to accompany getting older. Accepting as fact that we’re no longer able to drive, do certain household chores
The very latest study about family caregivers offers shocking news: 1 in 3 Americans is providing daily unpaid care to a family member. In 2012, adults in the United States provided more than a billion hours of unpaid caregiving every week—equal to the work of 30.5 million full-time caregivers. By
Major thanks to Valerie M. Grubb for writing a superb piece about traveling with aging parents. Also, for being such a terrific POParent going on the road for more good times and worthwhile memories. Reading the piece in the link brought back a memory of taking my own aging folks
American’s Seniors are holding steady financially, thanks to the help of government funded programs that target the elderly, according this article in the New York Times. http://nyti.ms/1TMdRWu More American Seniors Fall into Middle Class than ever before. What are your thoughts on this article? Do you feel you’re a senior