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Ways to Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease
A friend of mine sent in this information about Alzheimer’s disease and I thought everyone else should know about these tips. Feel free to share this with loved ones!
Rona
Strategies to preventing Alzheimer’s Disease
1. Have coffee. In an amazing flip-flop, coffee is the new brain tonic. A large European study showed that drinking three to five » Read more
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Questions to Ask About Heart Failure
As I was browsing through some tweets on Twitter, I noticed this article and thought it would be great to repost. Being diagnosed with heart failure can be a scary thing and everyone should know what to ask and how to handle it. Share this article with everyone!!
By Rebecca S. Boxer, M.D., Caring.com senior medical » Read more
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10 Tips to Care for an Aging Parent
10 Tips for Caring for Aging Parents
By: Philip Moeller
Caring for an aging parent may be the highest calling of your life. But it also can rob you of time, money, and your own experiences. In some cases, these personal sacrifices can create bitterness and regret, causing ill will toward the very people you love and » Read more
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Statistics for Alzheimer’s disease
As I was reading a newsletter from the Alzheimer’s Association I noticed some very startling statistics that I wanted to share. If you would like to see California’s State Plan for Alzheimer’s Disease, simply click on the link provided.
~ Rona
Excerpt from: State Leaders Approve Action Plan for Alzheimer’s Disease
By Alzheimer’s Association, California Central Coast Chapter Newsletter
“Here’s » Read more
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Elder care goes high tech…
We hope that someday these innovative companies might be involved in enhancing life at the Golden Inn and Cottages and future communities. Read on about how these elder care tech gadgets are revolutionizing care for seniors in Friday’s LA Times below.
~Rona
Elder care goes high tech
Games, monitors and robots are among the tools being tested to » Read more
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A note on Embracing Oneself and Friendship
This is one of those items making the rounds by email. I love it and just wanted to share. Can’t find the original author, but thank you to whomever wrote these inspiring words on friendship and living life to the fullest!
~Rona
“I would never trade my amazing friends, my wonderful life, my loving
family for less gray » Read more
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Tax Outlook for Seniors in the Upcoming Year
I find this article to be very helpful for seniors who have questions about the new tax policies in 2011. Keep reading to find out what new rules will be taking place within the next year…
~Rona
By: Philip Moeller
Published: December 29, 2010
Most seniors will get no special breaks from the recently enacted tax package. Still, tax experts note » Read more
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Remembering Elizabeth Taylor
One day I walked into the ladies room of the famous Ambassador Hotel and there was Elizabeth Taylor powdering her nose. No one else was around.
She was there for the opening of some singing star – not Eddie Fisher. Anyway, I looked at Elizabeth and said, “You are just as beautiful » Read more
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Actor Mickey Rooney testifies to Congress about abuse against elderly, says he’s a victim
What happened to Mickey Rooney is horrible. I hope you read this article and stay aware of financial abuse that could happen to you.
~Rona
By STACY A. ANDERSON
Associated Press
WASHINGTON (AP) — Actor Mickey Rooney told Congress on Wednesday that he was left powerless by a family member who took and misused his money.
“I felt trapped, scared, used and » Read more
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Seniors Can Rock the Vote!
Seniors Can Rock the Vote!
It is absolutely crucial that seniors exercise their voice by voting on Tuesday. If we don’t make our right to vote count, then we wash our hands of the direction our nation is heading in—and be certain that this is a critical time, especially for seniors, to use their voice.
Seniors must » Read more
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Why Hiring Seniors Makes Good Business Sense
Why Hiring Seniors Makes Good Business Sense
by Rona Barrett
When it comes to running a business, companies are always looking for the newest and freshest ideas to stay competitive as well as ways to protect their bottom line. To many employers, finding and hiring young men and women who are new to the job market would » Read more
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Today’s Hollywood Golden Gals ‘Are Golden’
Have you noticed that Hollywood women over 70 have become ‘all the rage’? A few examples that come to mind include Joan Rivers (77) with her sell out stand-up comedy shows, new documentary and endless line of jewelry sold on QVC, the always busy and seemingly ageless legendary acting sirens Sofia Loren (76) and Raquel » Read more
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How Seniors Live Now
I saw this article and thought it was an interesting view on of the different ways seniors live and the importance of caring for all needs.
NY Times: How Seniors Live Now;
It’s an increasingly challenging time we live in now. These individuals in the piece represent a cross section of seniors in our once great nation, » Read more
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Redefining “Senior”
Philosophy For Old Age:
This was sent to me by a dear friend. Take a few minutes to view this, you’ll be glad you did.
The other day I responded to a letter from one of Rona’s Warriors that asked if we should look for a new meaning for “Senior.” My view on becoming a “Senior” is » Read more
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Our Collective ‘Senior Moment’
Healthcare for seniors has gained a lot of national attention recently as President Obama announced a new program that will extend Medicare funds to 2029. This estimate is 12 years longer than previously expected which can mean a lot for the aging Baby Boomer population. Along with an increased life expectancy for these funds, there » Read more
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MoneyAndMarkets.com: “Your Worst Retirement Nightmare”
I think many of you might find this Money and Markets article about retirement nightmares to be very interesting.
Even though we may be facing difficult retirement challenges today, I urge you to never to give up hope for the future. Everyday we are sharing stories and getting closer to discovering new kinds of solutions. Lets » Read more
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Interview on the Neverhood Show with Ethan Tudor