Articles Posted in the Senior Living Category
From health care to fitness, safety to finances, not to mention family matters, seniors in Northwest Indiana today have a full plate of concerns. The Senior Living section of The Chronicle online edition helps today’s busy seniors sort it all out.
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He spent two hours to help client with medical bills
On Aug.13 I spent two hours with a client to help her with Medicare-related medical bills. Earlier in the week, her agent sent to me copies of papers that related to the medical bill problem…
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Staying Young at Heart as We Age – Keeping our minds stimulated can have several positive effects
Things can certainly change as we age, and with each change becomes a new norm. Children grow up and have children of their own. Health can change and sometimes downsizing or moves take place, as…
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PCACS adapts during challenging year to continue services
Our team has continued to serve our community members through our programs – even in the face of COVID-19 challenges. Our board members recently gathered safely to review our impact at our annual meeting. While…
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Nonprofits Need Your Help! Volunteers even more vital during COVID outbreak
Nonprofits need your help! As Indiana transitions into its Back on Track plan, businesses and nonprofits are easing back into more activity. While businesses have the opportunity to bring employees back, nonprofits are facing the…
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Retirement: Life’s Greatest Adventure Curing boredom by doing something meaningful
Many seniors experience boredom from time to time. Others are not aware of it but are nonetheless frequently bored. Why are seniors bored and what can they do about it? Boredom is simply the opposite of being…
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Retirement; Life’s Greatest Adventure Choosing appropriate sports that are good for you
Many seniors are leading healthy active lives by developing healthy habits. Eating right, controlling weight, and just moving around all lead to a longer, happier, more active life. However, it is desirable to evaluate your health…
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If your loved one lives in a healthcare facility or senior living community? Here are ten ways to get you started, but the possibilities are limitless
If you and your family, like many others, are socially distancing from one another to protect a loved one who is elderly or immunocompromised, there are other ways to stay connected! While it is painful…
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Transportation program returns; energy assistance still available
We are ready to transition back into offering transportation services, which began June 1. Initially, we are only offering transportation to our clients that need to get to and from their medical appointments. We plan…
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Organizations reaffirm commitment to proactive communication, testing, transparency
As long-term care facilities nationwide continue to feel the impact of COVID-19, the Health & Hospital Corporation of Marion County (HHC) and American Senior Communities (ASC) have remained focused on the organizations’ top priority –…
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Adventures in Retirement – Exercising at home – seniors can do it
Most seniors don’t get enough exercise. One reason is that to some it takes too much time and trouble to go to the local YMCA or other fitness facility. Also, it can be costly. As…
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