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Isolation is something seniors should avoid in retirement. Here are 14 ways to avoid Isolation. http://www.aplaceformom.com/blog/help-seniors-avoid-social-isolation-8-14-2014/
There are dangers to seniors from always eating alone. Here are a few:
http://www.aplaceformom.com/senior-care-resources/articles/eating-alone
How to Prepare today for your senior years for aging in place.
http://www.homecity.com/how-to-prepare-for-senior-years
How to Avoid Falls at Home. http://www.n4a.org/files/PreventingFalls.pdf
And here are some more tips on avoiding falling in the home.
http://www.homeadvisor.com/r/senior-fall-prevention-home-design/#.VsR3dRg2KHk
Exercise and physical Activity—everyday guide from National Institute on Aging
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/publication/exercise-physical-activity/introduction
It can be difficult for seniors to maintain their social lives as they age, especially if they live alone. This is a great source for supporting them to stay active socially.6 Powerful Ways To Help Seniors Avoid Isolation
Home Modifications Increase Senior Safety
This is a given - it’s important for our elders to make sure their homes are a safe environment. Another site to help with home safety http://www.homeadviceguide.com/home-design-fall-prevention-seniors/ This one will help in Preventing Falls at Home
This is great - it’s got exercises for people of all abilities, and even includes helpful videos. 16 Chair Exercises for Seniors & How to Get Started
The Benefits of Cooking with Alzheimer’s: A Caregiver’s Guide
Canine Caregivers for Dementia and Alzheimer’s Patients
This site gives a list of many topics available for information to seniors.
This will connect you to the official website for Social Security.
Executive Office of Elder Affairs for Massachusetts' residence. This offers resources as well as links for veteran's affairs, and other items of importance for citizens of the Commonwealth.
Connect for up to date information on senior issues to the American Association of Retired Persons. Read about AARP Education Community the National Retried Teachers Association, the NRTA.
The Boomer’s Roadmap for Aging in Place: How to Prepare Today for your Senior Years
"Volunteering-the Gift of Giving" will provide you with several sites to get information on areas in which seniors can volunteer.
At the site of Administration on Aging, AOA, you will find updated information on Senior topics.
Who says older people are afraid to learn new things! Senior Net provides a way for seniors to learn about ways to acquire computer skills.
The Daily Motivator brings you a fresh motivational message every day. You may also read the motivational messages of previous days.
Some senior group homepages that will be of interest to you. Here you will find update on medical, legislative, social security, and many issues that are of importance to you
Fun Things to Do
If you prefer to look it up yourself, you can do it on the on line Encyclopedia. Just click on the book on the shelf that has the letter of the subject in question and you are in business. Also this Merriam-Webster site offers a dictionary and thesaurus. Here is where to find any newspaper with a web site. In addition to in-depth coverage of major news events, CNN also provides a top story roundup which is updated every 30 minutes. Want to know the weather where you are going? Type in at this site the the city, state, or zip code for the latest forecast of their weather.
Tired of cooking the same old thing? Find some new recipes, menus, and new ideas here. Plus meet your favorite TV chefs. One more site will give you weight watches some recipes for you!
Are you a geography buff or want to learn geography? Here is a site for you that will make a game out of the learning experience.
National Geographic Society has a web site for young and old ali
Visit America's greatest group of museums at the Smithsonian. The Museum of Natural History Though no Web site can substitute for a doctor's advice this will connect you to the American Medical Association whose information is dependable.
Here is a site for you plant lovers and gardeners about making new plants from cuttings.
At this site you will find activities for toddlers, preschoolers and young school age children. Ideas for grandparents when babysitting.
Want help with your federal forms or information on your federal taxes? Open the mailbox on this site and connect with the IRS and have your tax questions answered by opening the appropriate site.
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