Macular degeneration, the gradual loss of central vision, is one of the leading causes of blindness among 55+ seniors. Macular degeneration occurs in two forms. These are dry macular degeneration and wet macular degeneration. There is no cure for dry macular degeneration and it occurs gradually. Wet
Macular degeneration, the gradual loss of central vision, is one of the leading causes of blindness among 55+ seniors. Macular degeneration occurs in two forms. These are dry macular degeneration and wet macular degeneration. There is no cure for dry macular degeneration and it occurs gradually. Wet macular degeneration occurs quickly and treatment is necessary [...]
Did you know that living near the ocean has a number of health benefits, especially for those entering the 55+ age phase in life? The sound of the waves itself is known to relax the mind and take away the stresses of life. This form of relaxation is better than the relaxation you will get [...]
Dementia is something we all worry about as we age. It is said to be quite common among adults over the age of 65. We have heard horror stories about how people with dementia are unable to enjoy life and need constant supervision etc. So, I was reading up on this problem, recently, and came [...]
Have you noticed when you pass 50+ our list of medications increases with every passing year? First, we start with medication for managing HP and heart conditions and then move on from there to medication for arthritis, bladder issues, digestion problems, etc. Well, let me add another medication to this long list. How about diabetes [...]
Cash may be tight after retirement. However, you may not want to consider working after retirement. After all, this is the time to enjoy life, right? But, enjoying retirement can be tough without the funds to do so? You may have to, grudgingly, consider a side income. Let me tell you, aside income after retirement [...]
Retirement is the best time to enjoy life. Retirement allows you to do things you could not do before. Travel is one of the most popular past-times for seniors. They have the time and, most often, the resources to enjoy travelling now that life is slowing down. However, when considering travelling, it is important that [...]
Are you planning on moving and trying to sell your home as fast as you can? Well, you are in luck as the real estate market is more on the seller’s side and people are buying homes as the interest rates are low. However, low-interest rates alone will not persuade a buyer of a sale. [...]
Many 55+ seniors prefer the less demanding task of renting homes because they do not wish to spend all their savings on the purchase of a home. Some 55+ seniors are just not interested in making a long-term investment that goes with buying a home. Whatever your preference, there are four categories of renting that [...]
Most often, with the advancement of age, we all have trouble sleeping. I, too have this problem. I have tried just about everything I could think of from acupuncture to aromatherapy, and just about anything, anyone has told me to try. However, nothing worked for me until the day someone told me to try drinking [...]
If you are shopping around for a new home builder, you should do so as carefully as possible. Whether you are buying a condo or townhouse or custom-built home, you need a home high in quality built by a reputed builder. This is especially so for those looking to make their retirement home choices. Finding [...]
Active Adult Living Made Better with Money-Savvy Measures The rising cost of living is not easy for most seniors. You, as an active senior, may be living on a fixed income, and the rising utility bills, and gas and food prices may be quite worrying. This can be true even if you have planned well [...]
One of the greatest concerns associated with aging is the loss of muscle strength and tone. As we age, it becomes harder to keep our muscles healthy. These muscles get smaller and lose their density, decreasing the strength in our muscles and increasing the likelihood of fracture if we fall. What we must realize is [...]