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“Seniors”
“Seniors” Written By: Michele Bayno BSW, BA Seniors and their caregivers have many challenges today. A simple activity such as taking a daily bath may be difficult for a senior. Making a simple meal may also create numerous challenges. Medications may not be taken according to the doctors’ orders. Possibly, they may not be consumed [...]
A Guest Post: Four Things That You Need To Know About Probate
Four things that you need to know about probate There are many milestones in life – passing your driving test, getting married, having children – but turning 50 has got to one of the big ones. Suddenly issues and scenarios that have never before applied to you become increasingly important, like pensions, healthcare and making [...]
A Guest Post: Saving For Funeral Costs
Saving For Funeral Costs Planning for old age is never a pleasant thing to do, but it is necessary in order to see that everything is covered and your family is aware of your wishes regarding potential care or funeral arrangements. The cost of going into a care home and the cost of funerals are [...]
How to Help During National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month (November 2012)
How to Help During National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month (November 2012) When President Reagan designated November as National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month in 1983, less than two million Americans had Alzheimer’s. Today, the disease affects approximately 5.4 million. According to The Alzheimer’s Association, Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States [...]
Life Over 50
*Life over 50* It’s hard to believe I’ve finally made it. Life Insurance company, Fifty seemed too distant growing up. I still feel very young and now that I am here I might as well enjoy it. The only thing is that now I have much less concern for myself. The wellbeing of my loved [...]
Mandate In Case Of Incapacity
Mandate In Case Of Incapacity Written By: Michele Bayno PSW Are you wondering what you would need to do if a loved one became incapacitated? For example, your aging mother has been forgetful lately and she is making errors while writing out checks to pay the bills. Another example may be that your elderly father [...]
How Can A Medical Alert System Benefit My Elderly Parents?
How Can A Medical Alert System Benefit My Elderly Parents? Written By: Michele Bayno BA, BSW A question I frequently get from my readers is: “My elderly parents live alone. How can I help to ensure their safety and well being?” When I visit an elderly client in their home one of the first recommendations [...]
Elderly Issues
Written By: Michele Bayno BSW Are you, or someone you love elderly? Today, the elderly population face many serious issues. They are sometimes subjected to everything from financial stress to social isolation. Following, I will discuss some of the most important issues that the elderly person may face. This article was written [...]
Agency of Aging
Agency Of Aging It seems a great deal of people search these terms every month. If you have landed here it is possible that this website may have something you are looking for. We specialize in the needs of the elderly as they transition through the different stages of life. Becoming a senior can be [...]
Simple Christmas Cake For Seniors
Simple Christmas Cake For Seniors Written By: Michele Bayno BSW INGREDIENTS: 1 package white cake mix (Dunkin Hines is a great choice) 1 package red Jell-o powder (3oz) 1 package Green Jell-o powder (3 oz) 2 cups water, boiling 1 Cool Whip PREPARATION: 1. Prepare cake mix as directed on package. 2. Bake [...]
