By: Kimberly Knight What is Advanced Care Planning? Advance Care Planning involves making decisions about your medical care in the event you’re unable to communicate your wishes. It’s a thoughtful process that ensures your preferences are known and respected, allowing you to maintain a sense of control over your health and future. Why Advanced Care …
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In an emergency, time is crucial. The “Vial of Life” outline enables emergency responders to quickly locate helpful information regarding your medical history.Emergency responders, firefighters, paramedics, and police are trained to look for the Vial of Life sticker and obtain information from the Vial.The information normally contains:
Written by: Kimberly Knight Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia requires thoughtful consideration of their surroundings to ensure their safety and well-being. Here are some essential tips to prevent accidents and ease their daily life: 1. Secure Cleaning Supplies: Cleaning supplies often resemble beverages to someone with dementia due to their colorful …
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You can choose from two paths to reach the Medicare coverage you need. For more information, contact The Senior Source. We’re here to help!
The Senior Source’s “Beat the Heat” program has concluded and was a success, but here are a few ways that can help you stay cool. The Senior Source is still here to help you in every way we can. Below you will find a list of resources to help give you some relief in …
Our “Shield Our Seniors” app for iPhone and for Android devices. This app assists first responders in the detection of and protection from elder abuse. You can download this app as noted below. The app itself is free, but downloading an app could cause you to incur charges depending on your specific data plan. …
May is Older Americans Month so The Senior Source is shining a light on the needs of Older Adults and how anyone (yes, anyone!) can help. Whether you share the information and resources below with loved ones, offer direct time and energy, or volunteer/donate to nonprofit agencies like The Senior Source, everyone can help seniors live …
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What is SNAP? SNAP stands for Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program. You may also hear it referred to as the food stamp program. SNAP provides monetary monthly assistance that can be used to purchase food at your local grocery stores. Whatever amount you don’t use will roll over until the next month. Eligibility is based off …
Tom Hamlin has been a volunteer in our Elder Financial Safety Center since 2022. He currently serves as a Money Management Volunteer, helping to support and promote independence for adults 60+ who are experiencing financial difficulties. He sat down with us to talk about his experiences. His final thoughts on what to expect when volunteering …
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