Caregiver’s “Bill of Rights” stresses self-care and dignity The concept of a Caregiver Bill of Rights is not new. Its origins are sometimes disputed, but many agree that it arose more than 30 years ago after the publication of a book called CareGiving: Helping an Aging Loved One by Jo Horne (AARP Books, 2015). A landmark work that is still …
Free Caption Phone Helps People with Hearing Loss Stay in Touch
Phone conversation is displayed in text on a large screen Because using the telephone can become difficult (if not impossible) for people with hearing difficulties, many tend to avoid phone conversations. Not only does this diminish their social and business interactions, but it also robs them of a valuable lifeline if they need help. The CaptionCall® captioned telephone works like …
Five Habits of Successful, Loving Older Couples
This Valentines Day, remind yourself how stay in love for years Everyone knows couples who’ve been together for decades—perhaps you’re among them—and whose relationships still seem genuinely happy and harmonious. Our communities are filled with couples and those who understand how love lasts. What behaviors, traits, and tactics might be key to their long-term relationship success? Relationship experts- and many …
February Is American Heart Month
This month is also marks the “Go Red for Women” campaign Ever since President Lyndon B. Johnson declared the first American Heart Month in 1964, the month of February has been dedicated to cardiovascular health awareness. Cardiovascular disease is the nation’s No. 1 cause of death for both men and women, killing an estimated 630,000 Americans each year. At our …
What’s Ahead From Our New President?
At this writing, the Inauguration of Donald J. Trump plays out, and the country’s emotions remain divided with celebrating and protesting. It’s bound to be another year of healthcare upheavals as we wait to see if the incoming administration will follow through on its promise to “repeal and replace” the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) and call for …
The Surprising Benefits of Senior Living Communities
Growing numbers of seniors are enjoying their housing options A large segment of the older population in the Unites States—individuals between the ages of 65 and 84—will increase by nearly 40 percent between 2010 and 2020, says the U.S. Census Bureau. The population over age 85 will rise by nearly 19 percent. By 2060, says the Administration on Aging (AOA), an agency …
Important Changes to Social Security in 2017
A look at the new Social Security rules for the coming year Each October, the United States Social Security Administration (SSA) announces the changes to this critical social program for the upcoming year. Here’s a summary of the new rules that may affect Social Security recipients in 2017. Slight increase in payments. Social Security payments will rise by 0.3 percent …
January Is National Glaucoma Awareness Month
More than 3 million Americans have glaucoma—but half are un-diagnosed “Speed the cure. Spread the word,” says the Glaucoma Research Foundation. The first month of the new year is a good time to learn about and spread awareness of this sight-stealing disease. Glaucoma may affect as many as 4.2 million Americans by 2030, a 58 percent increase, says the National …
Happy New Year!
We at ISL are ringing in the New Year with a story of love. Over the holidays, a couple that met at one of our communities decided to tie the knot. Bob Segal and Joan Cimino are residents at Mission Hills Senior Living in Rancho Mirage, California. Bob moved in May 2016, and Joan one month later. At a summer …
R-E-S-P-I-T-E! Spells Relief!
Caregivers Can Plan Ahead for the Holiday Season and Make Time for Themselves ISL Communities can help! With a record number of senior adults staying in their homes longer, frequently older American’s are relying on family and friends for their care. In fact, millions of families provide unpaid care for seniors 60 or older, spending on average 20+ hours a …