Wisconsin Aging Statistics & Resource Guide
The Wisconsin Aging Statistics & Resource Guide contains key information, links and statistics for senior citizens in Wisconsin. With an aging population and the average cost of care averaging between $25.00 an hour for home care to $9,399 a month for skilled nursing care, Wisconsin is typically more expensive than the national average. This guide […]
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The Colorado Aging Statistics & Resource Guide contains key information, links and statistics for senior citizens in Colorado. With an aging population and the average cost of care averaging between $26.00 an hour for home care to $9,429 a month for skilled nursing care, Colorado is typically more expensive than the national average. This guide […]
Read MoreFinding a Homecare Worker: Dos and Don’ts Checklist
Hiring a home healthcare worker may be one of the most challenging aspects of the aging process, both for the aging individual and his/her family member. Deciding who to let into your – or a loved one’s –home and life can be a leap of faith!
Read MoreSkipping Across the Great Lakes on a Skip-Gen Trip
This past summer I had a marvelous trip to Prince Edward Island, Canada, planned with my 12-year-old granddaughter – which COVID totally torpedoed, of course. As I worked my way through Plans B, C, and D, all the time…
Read More10 Warning Signs You or a Loved One May Need Assisted Living
Aging is a challenging process that affects everyone differently. Some people may experience moderate physical or mental declines, such as challenges navigating stairs or needing assistance with housework or lawn care…
Read More5 Ways to be Sure You’re Saving Enough for Retirement as a Woman
Although both men and women have access to the same retirement savings accounts, recent research has found that women are far less financially prepared to retire in comparison to their male counterparts. This isn’t only due to obvious reasons, such as the gender pay gap. Everyday reasons matter as well when it comes to saving enough for retirement. Read More
When It Comes to Longevity, Quality Years Are What Really Counts
Every year or so, it seems that popular culture updates the idea of the “new 40” to reflect our increasing longevity. For example, I remember when “50 is the new 40” was being touted. Today, we hear that “60 is the new 40…”
Read MoreWhat If You Could Change Someone’s World?
For these past several months, like many of you, I have been operating virtually through Zoom, FaceTime, Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, and Skype. Many people have experienced this as exhausting. I understand that position…
Read MoreConfessions of a Woman Who Secretly Wears Hearing Aids
Not many people know it (and now everyone will), but I occasionally wear hearing aids. Not for everyday use, but for when I am in a crowded situation where people have to talk and listen to each other. Read More
What Does Walking with Confidence Have to Do with Your Ankle Flexors? (VIDEO)
This is my third blog in a series of specific functional exercises to support physical independence. As we all navigate different levels of returning to normal activities, I hope you’ve been able to get out and engage in more…
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