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holiday tips for caregivers

Snail mail is a delightful gift to elderly seniors with no technology connections as many of us in the Sandwich Generation know

Stay Ahead of Holiday Stress, Enjoy Fun With Grandkids, And Bring Joy to Beloved Elderly

Fun ideas to get ahead of holiday stress and cheer our aging relatives living far away making use of fun and easy crafts for kids & seniors

The Sandwich Generation Issues – News and Information for Multigenerational Caregivers, November 5, 2012

A weekly roundup of news highlights for boomers & seniors caring for aging parents of interest to all of us in the Sandwich Generation.

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Here's a good reminder, as Alzheimer's Month comes to an end shortly, to keep aging in place, including age-friendly bathrooms, in the back of your mind when decorating, remodeling, or shopping for a new home? aginginplace.org/what-to-do-when-you-redo-your-bathroom/ ... See MoreSee Less

What To Do When You Redo Your Bathroom - AgingInPlace.org

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Redoing your bathroom can be a hassle and very costly. Read this guide to learn what do to when you're redoing your bathroom for senior living

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10 hours ago

Here's how much the average working boomer has saved for retirement www.marketwatch.com/story/heres-how-much-the-average-working-boomer-has-saved-for-retirement-1165... ... See MoreSee Less

Here's how much the average working boomer has saved for retirement

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Well over half of people surveyed expect their standard of living to decline in retirement.

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Social Security Isn't Bankrupt: What We Know About Future Benefits Based on the Latest Trustees Report www.cnbc.com/2022/06/25/social-security-isnt-bankrupt-what-we-know-about-future-benefits.html ... See MoreSee Less

Social Security isn't bankrupt: What we know about future benefits based on the latest trustees report

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A later depletion date for Social Security's trust funds isn't anything to celebrate. But there are some nuggets of good news for beneficiaries in a new report.

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2 days ago

Bob Vila has long been a favorite resource in my family and he has a fun article - "13 Zero Dollar Garden Hacks - did you know the remedy for many backyard problems might be shelved in the garage or hiding in your recycling bin? Whether your garden suffers from poor soil...." There are some interesting goodies in the article - including #2 that some people might want to use to turn their lawn into a drought friendly landscape and others might want to use to turn their lawn into a vegetable garden - both of which might be handy in the current season we are in? 😄 www.bobvila.com/slideshow/19-zero-dollar-garden-hacks-48855 ... See MoreSee Less

19 "Zero Dollar" Garden Hacks

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Walk into any garden center and you'll find gadgets and gizmos for nearly any outdoor malady. But did you know the remedy for many backyard problems might be...

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2 days ago

Today is also Helen Keller day - someone I have long admired and looked up to - and greatly appreciate in general as well as for helping pave the way for many to follow including some of my sweet loved ones. ... See MoreSee Less

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3 days ago

Today is National PTSD Day - in honor of all my friends and family who are veterans, including some with PTSD, I wanted to share this video and suggest you consider sharing it as well. youtu.be/qr082CNtV9M ... See MoreSee Less

AboutFace: PTSD treatment can turn your life around

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Public Service Announcement from AboutFace (30 sec). Learn more about PTSD from Veterans who've been there. Share this and help spread the word: www.p...

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6 days ago

Fun tips for fellow grandparents as we head for the second half of the year 😄 ... See MoreSee Less

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1 week ago

This is Alzheimer's Awareness Month - something near and dear to my heart due to its impact on some of my senior beloveds! Here are some tips to help us work at avoiding it proactively - no guarantees I'm afraid but worthwhile endeavors nonetheless - get a full size pdf of it at --->>> scdhec.gov/sites/default/files/docs/Health/docs/BrainHealth/10%20Ways%20to%20love%20your%20brain.pdf ... See MoreSee Less

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