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Caregiver's Corner
(NAPSI)—The Sandwich Generation, named for the population of Americans caring for both their school-aged children and an aging parent or other relative, has been uniquely affected by the COVID-19 …
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1/19/21 10:53 AM
Eye On Health
(NAPSI)—When ophthalmologist Ruth Williams, MD, opened her office after shutting down early in 2020 due to the pandemic, she was surprised to see how many people had developed serious eye problems …
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12/29/20 04:39 PM
News For Older Americans
(NAPSI)—Maintaining social connections and staying mentally and physically active is key to reducing social isolation and loneliness among older adults, particularly now during the COVID-19 …
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12/29/20 11:29 AM
Planning For Your Financial Future
(NAPSI)—For many Boomers, retirement may involve taking vacations, taking up a new hobby, and spending more time with family, friends and the grandchildren.
In anticipation of these …
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12/18/20 09:55 AM
Home Ideas
(NAPSI)—The next time you look around your home, or that of your aging relatives, you may be astonished how much “stuff” accumulates over the years. Are there things—and the stories they …
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12/3/20 08:57 AM
Family Life
(NAPSI)—These days, it’s still essential for families to stay connected. The last months have been challenging. More than ever people need family and friends.
Modern technology has gone a …
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11/24/20 01:15 PM
Understanding Medicare
(NAPSI)—Over 61 million people are enrolled in Medicare. As of October 15, individuals age 65 and older can make changes to their coverage and enroll in a Medicare plan during the annual open …
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11/20/20 09:06 AM
Planning A More Secure Future
(NAPSI)—You may already be aware of what long-term care is, whether it’s through personal experience caregiving for a loved one who needs daily assistance, or knowing a family member or friend …
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11/19/20 11:51 AM
Money Matters
(NAPSI)—The economy has taken its toll on American households over the last year, leaving many homeowners strapped for cash—but you may not have to be among them. Here’s some good news: If …
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11/18/20 12:24 PM
Women In Business
(NAPSI)—For the approximate 23 million women who balance caring for an aging parent with going to work, and often raising children of their own, there is little recognition and not enough support. …
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11/18/20 09:02 AM
Women In Business
(NAPSI)—For the approximate 23 million women who balance caring for an aging parent with going to work, and often raising children of their own, there is little recognition and not enough support. …
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11/16/20 02:28 PM
Health Alert For Seniors
(NAPSI)—Many older Americans say they feel depressed—yet the majority of them are not planning to get help, according to a new national survey—though it could make a tremendous difference in …
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11/16/20 12:07 PM
Planning Your Retirement
(NAPSI—The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted Americans in more ways than one. With the ups and downs the market has experienced since the start of the pandemic, it’s important that working Americans …
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11/5/20 10:08 AM
Health And Well-Being
(NAPSI)—This year, the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) marks its 70th anniversary. Over the past seven decades, NIDDK-supported research has furthered our …
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9/30/20 09:56 AM
News For Older Americans
(NAPSI)—Here’s good news for America’s approximately 70 million grandparents: A growing problem that has been bugging families since the advent of the digital photo revolution—“Where is the …
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9/24/20 12:41 PM
Health And Well-Being
(NAPSI)—Social isolation during the pandemic may pose a mental health threat for those already at risk for COVID-19—people over age 65.
As doctors treat more senior patients for …
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9/2/20 04:56 PM
Veterans News & Notes
(NAPSI)—From a World War I veteran who lost both legs to a Vietnam vet suffering the effects of Agent Orange to a young Marine with post-traumatic stress disorder finding her way after returning …
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7/13/20 08:51 AM
Planning For Your Future
(NAPSI)—No matter your stage of life, it’s always a good idea to have a long-range care plan in place. A good way to begin is to talk candidly with your family and friends. By starting the …
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5/26/20 02:32 PM
News Of Older Americans
(NAPSI)—Good nutrition is important at any age. But for older adults on a tight budget, regular access to nutritious foods can be limited—and expensive.
A new program aims to change that by …
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5/13/20 08:00 AM
News For Older Americans
(NAPS)—There is a public health threat looming across the United States that’s not visible to most but affects nearly half of all Americans daily: loneliness. Social isolation is as bad for your …
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5/12/20 05:47 PM