Senior Life

News & information for the seniors in our community

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Disability: What you don't know can hurt you

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[June 08, 2012]  (ARA) -- The average adult rushes off each weekday morning to work or school, focused on the busy day ahead. No one ever thinks that one day, suddenly, his or her life will be changed forever by a sudden, unexpected disability.  (Click here for the rest of the story.)


Tips to help seniors avoid identity thieves

(ARA) -- Tommy and Susie aren't the only ones who love Grandmom and Grandpop. Identity thieves love seniors too.  (Click here for the rest of the story.)


Consuming more fatty acids may reduce symptoms of dry eye

(ARA) -- Spring weather may bring warmer, humid air, but millions of Americans still experience discomfort associated with dry eye syndrome. Dry eye is a condition where tears lack sufficient moisture and lubrication, which is necessary to maintain good eye health and clear vision. Tears not only wash away dust, but also soothe the eyes, provide oxygen and nutrients to the cornea and help defend against eye infections by removing bacteria.  (Click here for the rest of the story.)


Medicare releases home health compare tool

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services now have a tool that beneficiaries can use to search for and compare home health agencies in their area. (Click here for the rest of the story.)


Help mom save $4,000 a year

By Judith Bartels,
Social Security district manager in Springfield

Given the current economic climate, buying a nice gift for Mother's Day may be more difficult than in years past. But people across the nation are discovering that the best gifts are often free. (Click here for the rest of the story.)


Boomers: Living comfortably at home in style

(ARA) -- As the years pass, Americans in the baby boomer generation are changing the definition of how they want to live comfortably during their later years.  (Click here for the rest of the story.)


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Baby boomers -- more active than ever with no plans of slowing down

(ARA) -- Baby boomers are emerging as one of the largest generations, and nearly 10,000 baby boomers will turn 65 years old every single day over the next 19 years. As a generation that refuses to compromise, baby boomers are reshaping everyone's view of aging because they are living healthier, more active lifestyles and have no intention of slowing down. (Click here for the rest of the story.)


Simple cleaning solutions: medicine cabinet makeover

(ARA) -- Medicine cabinets are one of the most overlooked areas in the bathroom. People often stock them and forget to ever update products, especially as time goes on. As you age, it's important to reassess the types of products to keep on hand for daily comfort, minor health issues or in the event of an emergency. (Click here for the rest of the story.)


May the benefits be with you

By Judith Bartels,
Social Security district manager in Springfield

May 4 is an unofficial holiday designated by fans as Star Wars Day. Why May 4 and not the more likely May 25 (the day the original Star Wars was released)? It all comes down to a simple but catchy phrase: may the fourth be with you. (Click here for the rest of the story.)


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