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Elderly Fraud Prevention: How to Outsmart Scammers, Protect Yourself Against Fraud
Every year about 7.86 million U.S. seniors fall victim to elder fraud like phone, internet and other financial scams. (See our article on elder guardianship fraud here.) Their losses total a staggering $148 billion. This indicates elderly fraud prevention is not only important, it's crucial for anyone soon to be or newly retired. Moreover, the unfortunate reality is that duping seniors is a growth industry. And as the senior population increases, more and more Americans over age 65 are exploited by unscrupulous scammers every year. Targeting seniors by promising fraudulent or misrepresented goods, services or financial benefits is called elder [...]
Elder Guardianship: What You Need to Know TODAY
Understanding Elder Guardianship: What It Is and How It Works Have you been hearing the term “elder guardianship” lately? If you haven’t, you should be. This type of fraud has recently been in the spotlight after the Netflix movie I Care a Lot and an episode of the docuseries Dirty Money. I Care A Lot tells the story of a professional guardian. The character makes a living using the legal system to strip seniors of their rights through the guardianship process. When she takes over as guardian, she dissolves the senior's assets and leaves them penniless. Sounds like overly dramatic [...]
5 Ways on How to Prepare for an Extreme Cold Weather Event
Weather used to be something you’d remark about to a friend or neighbor while making small talk. These days, extreme weather events are common front-page news. And it’s no wonder why. These are some great tips on how to prepare for extreme cold weather event. Last month, we saw a mighty snow and ice storm take nearly half of Texas’ electricity-generating capacity offline leaving 4.5 million customers without power for days. In worse cases,15 million residents lost access to clean water as the lack of electricity and harsh weather conditions negatively impacted local systems’ supplies. How to Prepare for Extreme [...]
Covid-19 Update USA: What You Need to Know in 2023
Pandemic. Antibodies. Vaccines. PPE. COVID-19 update. Front-line workers. Social distancing. All this jargon is enough to make even the most medically-minded person’s head spin. And yet, these are only a few of the words that were added to our everyday vocabulary in 2020. It's vital to stay updated on COVID 19 update USA for the latest info specific to the United States. COVID-19 Update USA Edition But what does all this news really mean to you? How do you stay current and safe? This month we're sharing a COVID-19 update, information on the available vaccines and how the pandemic will [...]
5 Handy Health and Safety Apps for Seniors
From health and safety apps for seniors to staying in touch with family, the smartphone revolution has reshaped nearly every facet of our lives throughout the last two decades. Where we used to have the Yellow Pages, now we have Google. We used to exchange letters and photos through the mail, now we keep up with friends and family using social media. And we used to order specialty items through the Sears catalog, now we use Amazon to buy (probably way more than!) what we need. Don’t think these changes have been ignored by older Americans! According to recent research, [...]
5 Things to Consider Before Buying a Mobility Scooter
Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. If you use them to make a purchase, we will earn a commission. We link to these companies and their products because of their quality and not because of the commission. The decision is yours, and whether or not you decide to buy something is completely up to you. Buying a Mobility Scooter: What Seniors Need to Know Getting around safely is a top concern for most seniors. You want to do and see everything you were able to in your younger years without limited mobility holding you back. [...]
Face Mask Fundamentals
These days, we’re incorporating new routines and a variety of personal protective equipment (PPE) into our daily lives. For seniors, one of the most essential is the face mask. Taking Care of Yourself or Protecting Others? As you prepare to leave your home, you may reach for a mask. But which type do you choose? Fabric masks and disposable masks (surgical or dust masks made of paper) protect others from you. They’re ideal in social distancing situations. But for seniors and those with health risks, a mask that offers more protection is recommended. Filtering/respirator masks, such as the KN95, [...]
3 Super Useful Summer Tips for Seniors
Essential Summer Safety Tips for Seniors: Stay Safe and Healthy All Season Long Summer tips for seniors can be a practical reminder for staying safe, healthy, and happy as the temperatures soar. Whether you like to stay active, enjoy local tourist activities, or take a road trip, the following tips will help you enjoy the hotter months. 1) Hydrate (with personalized flavors) You’ve probably heard this before: During the summer months, make sure you drink extra water. It’s sound advice, as the human body must stay hydrated to stay healthy. By the time you feel thirsty, you’re already in a [...]
What Makes T’ai Chi So Awesome for Seniors?
T'ai Chi is a wonderful exercise for seniors, as it’s appropriate for any age or fitness ability. You can also do it indoors or take it outside... At the small community park in Tigard, Oregon, a senior man and woman begin their morning t'ai chi practice. They plant their feet into the mowed grass and move slowly, smoothly together. As local dog walkers drift by and runners pound the acorn-littered path, the couple's arms drift up and out like swaying branches, their hands relaxed and floating... If you’re looking for senior exercise ideas, t'ai chi may be a great fit for [...]
5 Fantastic Reasons Seniors Should Move More Every Day
Probably the greatest gift you can give your body as a senior is to move more every day — to find something you’re able to do and love doing … and make it a regular habit. That might include speed-walking with a group of friends around the mall or doing a dance class. The key is to simply get started (and that can be the hardest part). In our upcoming newsletters, we’ll look at specific exercises to try. Until then, let’s look at the benefits of finding an exercise you love.. 1. Exercise just makes you feel good During the [...]
