Many seniors have become quite comfortable with a wide array of technology:  This includes the Internet for searching and online shopping; Smartphones for staying in touch with family; and Facetime and Skype for watching the grandchildren grow up, even from a distance. But the more you use various forms of technology in your day-to-day life, […]

Now that we have officially rung in the new year, it’s time to revisit some old habits and create new, better ones.  Admittedly, it can be a challenge to maintain discipline and organization in many aspects of everyday living.  But, with just a little resolve, applying the following tips can help you put your best […]

Winters are hard on everyone.  But for seniors, it can present additional challenges.    Here are some concerns that become especially prevalent in the coming colder months: Dressing for the Weather – Everyone, including seniors, must take particular care to dress appropriately for the weather.  Otherwise, there is a serious risk of frostbite or even hypothermia.   […]

For many seniors, being able to drive a car is not merely a convenient mode of transportation, it is also a hallmark of independence. That’s why it’s especially important for seniors to ensure their physical heath meets medical thresholds, their vehicles conform to safety standards, and they maintain their skills even as they continue to […]

Recently we wrote about some transportation news of interest to seniors, include a new feature of the Uber rideshare system that is aimed specifically at elderly and disabled passengers. These days, technology-based developments like this are almost routine.  While keeping abreast of them all is a challenge for anyone, there are some that stand out […]

As we reported in our blog post last year, there has been an upsurge in scam calls to seniors in Rhode Island.  Naturally, this can cause rightful concern in both seniors and their family members, and requires constant vigilance anytime the phone rings. But even leaving aside the work of fraudsters, unwanted calls from telemarketers […]

Many seniors will have heard of “Uber”, the ride-sharing system that invites riders to call up nearby transportation – provided by private drivers in their own cars – using an app on a smartphone.   For seniors who are unable to drive or who have mobility issues, it can be a safe, efficient, and lower-cost option […]

According to a new state-by-state “Scorecard” report from the AARP, Rhode Island is ranked 32nd nationwide for meeting the long-term care needs of its more vulnerable residents, including seniors. The report, titled “Picking Up the Pace of Change: A State Scorecard on Long-Term Services and Supports for Older Adults, People with Physical Disabilities, and Family […]

Seniors are all-too-often the target of attempts by unscrupulous con artists to defraud them. And it is not only wealthy seniors who are at risk: fraudsters can (and do) victimize anyone, of any income level and socio-economic class.   Because fraud can take many forms and involve what are often ingenious plots, it can be difficult […]