Is South Carolina a veteran-friendly state? November 12, 2019 Articles, Independent Living - In a recent study released by WalletHub, South Carolina managed to place 5th highest in the whole of the United States for best places to live as a veteran. Using a ranking system based on things like employment rates, benefits, and taxes, South Carolina only missed out to Florida, New Hampshire, Alabama, and New Hampshire. Some … Continue reading "Is South Carolina a veteran-friendly state?"
The Benefits of Going Back to School for Seniors July 9, 2018 Articles, Family Issues, Featured, Independent Living, Senior Health, Seniors & Technology - Retirement is not just about traveling. It is also not just about watching TV at home while waiting for grandkids to visit. Instead, retirement can be a time to explore new things and that can include going back to school. Retirement gives seniors the opportunity to pursue goals that were not feasible during their working years. … Continue reading "The Benefits of Going Back to School for Seniors"
Self-Driving Cars for Aging Drivers? Not Yet. June 18, 2018 Articles, Featured, Independent Living, Senior Health, Seniors & Technology - Maintaining the ability to drive is crucial to most senior’s quality of life. It helps them to stay connected to people in their respective communities. Being able to drive is an indispensable part of maintaining social ties while also having constant access to all services needed. Losing one’s ability to drive either voluntarily or for … Continue reading "Self-Driving Cars for Aging Drivers? Not Yet."
Golf Carts Help Seniors Embrace an Active Lifestyle June 2, 2018 Articles, Featured, Independent Living, Seniors & Technology - If you’ve already purchased a golf cart for your silver-haired years (or your hair follicle-challenged years) then chances are you are not willing to give up your sense of adventure and your love of staying active. Obviously, you didn’t buy that golf cart just to park it in your driveway. And, needless to say, staying … Continue reading "Golf Carts Help Seniors Embrace an Active Lifestyle"
What Kind of Care Can You Expect From an Independent Living Facility? August 13, 2017 Featured, Articles, Independent Living, Senior Health - Recently, 87-year-old Lorraine Bayless—a resident of Glenwood Gardens Skilled Nursing Facility in Bakersfield, California—collapsed on the ground. A nurse at the facility called 911, but would not give Ms. Bayless CPR—telling the dispatcher it was against the facility’s policy. Ms. Bayless was pronounced dead soon after being transported to a hospital. According to accounts, the … Continue reading "What Kind of Care Can You Expect From an Independent Living Facility?"
The 10 Most Popular Hobbies for People Over 65 August 13, 2017 Independent Living - Some seniors look forward to retiring—and pursuing a lifetime hobby or passion. Others wonder how they’ll fill the time. The truth is that after your time at work is over, your hobbies take its place—and can fill your days with purpose and enjoyment. Here’s a list of ten of the most popular hobbies out there … Continue reading "The 10 Most Popular Hobbies for People Over 65"
Seven Cities That Keep You Young August 13, 2017 Independent Living - Believe it or not, the city you choose to retire in can make a big difference in how healthy you are—and how long you keep your health. There are several qualities that differentiate a city that will make you feel healthy and youthful from one that will just make you tired. One of those is … Continue reading "Seven Cities That Keep You Young"
