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Making Life Easier for Seniors with Large Print Materials

Post category:Seniors & Caregiving
Post last modified:September 11, 2024

Vision Loss in Seniors Vision loss happens slowly, so it may go unnoticed for an extended period of time. The American Academy of Ophthalmology recommends seniors get an eye exam with dilation at least every two years. This post may contain affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission if you click a link and purchase something that we have recommended. This commission comes at no additional cost to you, but will help us keep this site up and…

Put a Stop to Unwanted Junk Mail

Post category:Organizing & Productivity
Post last modified:September 18, 2024

Put a Stop to Unwanted Junk Mail When the mail arrives, do you race out to check it, hoping for a letter or card? Or do you go a few days, or a week, before bothering with it because you know it's most likely junk mail? If you're like most people, you're not in a hurry to check the mail. Junk mail, such as catalogs, credit card offers, flyers, and coupons, is a large portion of the mail delivered…

Your Comprehensive Guide to Long-Term Care Planning

Post category:Seniors & Caregiving
Post last modified:December 21, 2023

Did you know that 70% of people over 65 will need some form of long-term care? October is the perfect time to start thinking about your long-term care planning. This comprehensive guide will explore the four pillars you should consider: housing, health, legal, and financial. Let's dive in! Housing: Making Your Space Comfortable and Accessible When it comes to long-term care planning, your housing situation is an important factor. Whether you're considering aging in place or exploring retirement communities,…

National Senior Citizen’s Day

Post category:Seniors & Caregiving
Post last modified:March 18, 2024

By the time someone reaches their senior years, they’ve given a lot to their family and community. In the spirit of celebrating them and their contributions, National Senior Citizen’s Day was created. This year, we celebrate it on August 21, and we’re sharing some of the benefits of aging. AARP Well known for advocating for the rights of seniors and for providing the popular discount card to members, AARP offers many other benefits as well. Ranging from insurance for…

Prime Day Deals for Your Home

Post category:Shopping
Post last modified:August 7, 2023

Prime Day is Amazon's yearly promotion of its subscription service, which has many perks. Those perks include exclusive deals, free 2-day shipping on many products, and access to streaming services. This year, it starts at midnight (PT) on July 11-12. The yearly Prime Day promotion is the perfect time to sign up for Prime if you're not already. It's also a great day to get some fantastic deals on cool products. New members even get a 30-day free trial.…