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Aging Research Centre, The
A good site but quite technical
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Aging with Care
Find The Best Senior Care For Your Loved One Welcome to a lasting community of care and support. Popular Levels of Care Find the information you need to make the best decision about the type of care you or your loved one may need. Explore some of the most popular care options. Assisted Living Home Care Memory Care Nursing Homes
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Aging.com
Aging.com is dedicated to connecting you and your family with the information you need to plan your future—and to agencies and organizations that can help make those plans a reality.
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Anti-Aging Medicine
A site set up in 1998 by Mary Ann Liebert listing her journals, of which there are many and one of them is about aging. Commercial site only.
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Anti-Aging Medicine
Another site set up in 1998 by Ronald M Katz, DO, MD of A4M.
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Baylor University
Mobility Loss Puts Older Adults at Risk: Research Shows Exercise Can Help More than 49 million adults in the United States are now 65 and older, and this number is increasing rapidly, (PDF, 691 KB)External link:open_in_new according to the U.S. Census Bureau. That growth is fueled by lower fertility and increased longevity. As a result of this population growth, discussions of mobility and fall risks in older adults have been thrust to the forefront of public health. While staying active is a key factor for wellness in older adults, not everyone is getting the help they need, and the consequences can be serious. Mobility impairment can cause older adults to lose more than just the ability to move freely. They may no longer be able to participate in activities they once enjoyed, engage socially, or retain independence. They are also at a higher risk for losing their life — the number of falls resulting in death among older adults in the United States is on the rise,External link:open_in_new according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As the population of adults over the age of 65 continues to grow, understanding the link between exercise and mobility is paramount.
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comparethemarket
The essentials of safe, independent living for seniors t’s more important now than ever for everyone to feel a sense of independence and control over our lives. Having the freedom and flexibility to manage your life can have a significant impact on your wellbeing. That’s true whether you’re just out of school or long retired. Living independently means something different for everyone. People face different daily challenges, which need to be taken at their own speed. That doesn’t mean there aren’t also common hurdles which people are likely to face at some point when living alone. In this guide, we’ll look to provide a rounded approach for any senior people looking to live on their own safely and comfortably. We’ll cover accessibility options, types of independent housing, managing finances, and home safety improvements for peace of mind.
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Crossword Solver
8 Ways to Beat Social Isolation & Loneliness as You Get Older Modern technology has helped us stay more connected than ever through social apps and word games like Words With Friends. Still, despite technological advances, many Americans report that, as a society, we may be lonelier than ever. Forced social isolation saw many stuck in their homes, unable to see friends or family, further exaggerating that many people were already increasingly lonely and isolated before the global pandemic, especially those over 60. However, it's important to recognize that social isolation isn't an inevitable part of aging, despite stereotypes telling us otherwise. In fact, there are numerous empowering strategies and activities that can help retirees maintain a vibrant and fulfilling social life way into the 70s.
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CrossWordSolver
Top 10 Benefits of Puzzle Solving for Adults “Puzzles give psychological order to the chaos we feel. When you come out of it, when you’ve solved the puzzle, then life seems to work better.” - Marcel Danesi, Professor of Semiotics and Linguistic Anthropology, University of Toronto We've all experienced that gratifying "aha!" moment after piecing together an epic Scrabble word, poring over a crossword clue, or filling in the last square of a Sudoku puzzle. For ages, puzzles have been a way for us to reset from the world outside. From word games and brain games, to math puzzles and jigsaws, puzzles are brain tools that satisfy our nimble minds and bolster our thinking skills. Here, let’s walk through the top ten benefits of puzzle solving for adults.
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Extropy Organization
The Extropians site with articles and links
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Home Advisor
10 Aging in Place Home Modifications for Seniors With the advent of new technology and home health care services, a growing number of people are choosing to age in place rather than move to assisted living facilities. According to AARP, nearly 90 percent of people over the age of 65 want to stay in their homes as long as possible, and 80 percent believe their current home is where they will always stay. However, many homeowners have yet to set up aging in place home modifications. Senior-friendly home updates not only increase safety but they also allow more opportunities to age gracefully and independently in the comfort of your own home. Thankfully, renovating and designing your home for aging in place can be an enjoyable process when you hire a qualified contractor and have the right care resources. We’ve put together 10 aging in place home modifications to help you age comfortably and safely in your own home.
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Homelization
15 Ways To Declutter Your Home And Get Organized Do you find yourself struggling to throw away the packaging in which your purchased goods arrive? Do you keep old items even when you’ve replaced them with new ones? If your answer to these questions is a yes, you’re not the only one; America has a clutter problem. Anyone who struggles to believe that America has a clutter problem probably hasn’t seen the statistics indicating that 54% of Americans believe that they are overwhelmed by clutter, and 78% don’t know what to do with it. If you’re one of the people facing a clutter challenge, this article is for you. We look at some creative ways to declutter your home and get organized.
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Infotracer
This ultimate guide, along with infographics, covers all forms of fraud that affect the safety of elders, as well as home safety and driving safety tips for seniors, and will provide you with the checklist you need to ensure your parents live happily and healthily.
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Madison Trust
Exercise Resource Guide for Seniors Retirement and all of the freedom that it brings often causes people to view the senior years as the golden years of life. While this may be true for many, seniors may also face other, less enjoyable changes, such as weight gain and the risk of diseases including heart disease and certain cancers. A decrease in bone density, muscle strength, and mental acuity is also a potential concern for older adults. Living a lifestyle that includes healthy foods and physical activity can help slow down and potentially avoid some of these threats. According to recommendations laid out by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, everyone should perform some kind of moderate exercise for a minimum of 30 minutes five days a week. Starting at 65, people should also add balance exercises at least three days a week to help prevent injuries from falling. While one’s senior years aren’t too late to make exercise a routine, older adults should have an understanding of what exercises are necessary for good health.
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medicalalertadvice.com
Sports and Games for Seniors: Fun and Exercise in One Fitness, it is on the fast track and has been trending across the United States for years. Exercise moves and routines are recycled, new twists and improvements are added to make them the latest “new old” craze across all age groups from the very young to seniors. When it comes to physical activity to increase a heart-rate, the options are unlimited. Any type of physical activity can be transformed into an exercise routine and before the person knows it, all the fun they had translates into tremendous health benefits. Safe and fun exercises are important with senior activity in mind. For obvious reasons, and maybe the not so obvious seniors need to take special care in how they exercise. The body is older and more fragile than a younger person’s is. The good news is there are many fun activities seniors can participate in to reap the many health benefits they deliver.
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Neighbor
Moving for Seniors: The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Move A major move is an incredibly stressful endeavor. Whether you’re downsizing, moving into a new home closer to friends and loved ones, moving into a senior living community, or even moving in with a family member, you can find yourself struggling to handle the move. These moving tips for seniors can make the process much easier.
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resume.io
How to apply for a job when you’re over 50 and avoid age discrimination Research shows that older job seekers often face age discrimination. What can you do to prevent ageist bias? And are there regulations to offer older employees a level playing field? We will also show you how to successfully apply as an over-50 and how to create a convincing resume. Age is just a number 'Age is just a number.' A wonderful retort from a teenager who senses her parents’ disapproval when she tells them how many years older her new boyfriend is. Age doesn’t matter when you are in love. But people over 40 will agree that age on the labor market can play a greater role after each birthday. As an applicant, your age is a factor and certainly not 'just a number.'
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RetireGuide
Medicare Assignment Explained: Participating, Non-Participating and Opt-Out Providers Not all service providers accept full Medicare benefits. By understanding what Medicare assignment is, you’ll be able to more easily find providers who will accept your insurance coverage. What Is Medicare Assignment of Benefits? Medicare Enrollment Options for Providers How Do I Know If a Provider Accepts Medicare Assignment? The last thing anyone wants is to go to a doctor they think is covered under their Medicare insurance, only to receive a hefty bill a few days later. You can avoid paying these high out-of-pocket costs by understanding Medicare’s assignment of benefits.
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RetireGuide
Home Health Care: Pros and Cons Plus Other Options Many types of home care exist, but Medicare doesn't cover them all. Home health care is just one type of home care that’s covered by Medicare under certain conditions, such as length of care and type of service needed.
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Rocket Mortgage
How To Downsize Your Home: 10+ Tips To Help You Declutter And Simplify Bigger isn’t always better. In many cases, less is more – think of the tiny home trend and the overall popularity of downsizing. People downsize for many reasons. The most common ones we hear from our clients who downsize are to save money and to get rid of unused space. Downsizing your home can be the right move at any stage of life depending on your goals. You may find that purchasing a smaller home makes the most sense once you become an empty-nester, or maybe you’re a millennial who’d like more money to retire early or travel. Since there are so many reasons to downsize, we created a guide to help you learn how to downsize your home efficiently and live clutter-free. We gathered over 10 tips on downsizing your home, plus tips specifically for seniors looking to downsize and to maintain your clutter-free lifestyle after your move.