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The Prepared Senior eNewsletter
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Senior Housing
Highlights
Balfour Retirement Community
Louisville, CO
San Marino Retirement
Westminster, CO
Rigden Farms
Fort Collins, CO
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Below are non-profit organizations that are good to know about.
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Senior Service Highlights
Telehealth & Wellness Programs
Medicare's Quality Improvement Organization
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Senior Service Highlights
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Seniors eGuide
Questions to Ask Series
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For Professionals serving the senior industry ...
Visit Senior Business Connection Newsroom
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Attention Businesses & Organizations ...
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Welcome to The Prepared Senior eNewsletter. Below are links to our Google Calendars and Event pages. Explore National and Local senior events.
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You may have noticed on our website our new Google+ Badge on the Seniors Resource Guide home page - CLICK HERE. Take a look at this new approach for sharing news, events, articles and resources.
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eNews Review
This month's eNews Review topics range from an older antiseptic called coal tar to video games for older adults to the benefits of exercising regularly plus other topics.
An Older Antiseptic Revisited for New Uses
Interesting article about an older antiseptic called coal tar that is being revisited as a possible treatment for viral and bacterial infections. Coal tar was a go to drug before penicillin was introduced.
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Website:
newser.com
Does Keeping the Brain Active Cut the Risk of Dementia?
A 10 year study has been completed of a group of seniors and results show that playing brain games helps cut the risk of dementia.
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Website:
Post-Gazette.com
Now Let's Talk about Video Games
Video games may be a good next step for seniors to keep brain function sharp. Talk to the younger generation around you to see what they are playing and get recommendations. Read more about video games and senior cognitive function.
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Medical Daily
This is another interesting website to check out to learn more about health and science news.
Website:
medicaldaily.com
Benefits of Consistent Exercise
NIH Senior Health has many resources but one in particular is a page about the benefits of regular exercise.
Learn More -
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Website:
nihseniorhealth.gov
Prefer to Watch your Health News?
NIH Senior Health has a video archive of health related videos for older adults.
Learn More -
CLICK HERE
Website:
nihseniorhealth.gov
Is the Incidence of Dementia Growing Smaller?
Interesting article reports on a study that says that the incidence of dementia is growing smaller. Not everyone agrees with the study.
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Website:
newser.com
The Actual Study the Rate of Dementia in the U.S.
Read the actual study behind the article mentioned above. When you are reading any story, look for links to the article source that the author used to write their article or search on keywords in that article to find the news source.
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Website:
jamanetwork.com
Have you heard of or used Wikipedia
They are an incredible website resource when you are looking for background on almost any topic. They are supported by donations both large and small and therefore the website does not run advertisements. Check them out and if you like what they are doing please make a donation.
Website: wikipedia.org
Ways to Give - CLICK HERE
Alternatives to Nursing Homes
Before need arises get a clear understanding about long term care such as that found in nursing homes. If you develop a serious medical condition a nursing home may not be your only choice.
Learn More -
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Website:
www.medicare.gov
Find your Local Area Agency on Aging
For older adults, your local Area Agency on Aging can be a referral source for food resources and other services that help seniors. Call the Eldercare Locator at 1-800-677-1116, Monday through Friday, 9AM to 8PM eastern time. You will be connected to a professional that will help you find your local agency. The Eldercare.gov website has a searchable database that lists information about different types of senior resources and also lists some local resources by state.
Website:
www.Eldercare.gov/
Links from our last issue that we are leaving in ...
Senior Newswire & Savvy Senior
This is a nationally syndicated information column focused on older adults and the families who support them.
Website:
SavvySenior.org
Website for Contacting Elected Officials
Check out this website with tips for contacting your legislators and an easy to use interactive map -
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Website:
bebusinessed.com
Want to share something with the U.S. Government?
Seniors Resource Guide has links on how to contact your government officials - LEARN MORE
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Find Healthy Aging Tips from government websites such as Health Finder.gov and NIH Senior Health.gov.
Some Medications can Increase Risk of Gout -
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Event Highlights
Below are event highlights from our Seniors Resource Guide National News & Events webpage. Find more events on our calendar.
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Virtual Dementia Tour
The Virtual Dementia Tour is the original and ground-breaking, evidence-based and scientifically proven method of building a greater understanding of dementia through the use of patented sensory tools and instruction based on research conducted by P.K. Beville, M.S., a specialist in geriatrics and the founder of Second Wind Dreams - LEARN MORE
Dec 2016 - Alzheimer's Association Classes & Workshops
The Alzheimer's Association can help you get the information you need about memory loss and dementia - LEARN MORE
Dec 2016 - Find a Walk with a Doc Event
Walk with a Doc is a walking program for everyone interested in taking steps for a healthier lifestyle - LEARN MORE
Dec 2016 - Edible Communities
Edible Communities is striving to transform the way consumers shop for food, cook, eat and relate to locally grown food
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Dec 10, 2016
Telling Tales Story Slam
World and Eye Arts Center, Fort Lauderdale, FL
This is an intergenerational story slam featuring teens, adults, and seniors and hosted by Caren Neile from WLRN's The Public Storyteller -
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Dec 31, 2016
New Year's Eve Celebrations
Happy New Year!
Jan 5 - 7, 2017
Colorado RV Travel Show
Colorado Convention Center, Denver, CO
Exhibits of all new 2017 RVs ranging from Class A motorhomes to lightweight, easy-to-pull tent trailers, fifth-wheels, travel trailers and truck campers, RV and camper accessories -
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Jan 6 - 8, 2017
The Fly Fishing Show
Denver Mart, Denver, CO
Find exhibitors and seminars on anything you want to know about fly fishing -
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Find tips on staying safe online with the National Cyber Security Alliance
Stay Safe Online
This website from the National Cyber Security Alliance has tips on staying safe online. From keeping your computer equipment clean of viruses to protecting your personal information to safety on mobile phones. Here are a few introductory articles
Malware & Botnets -
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We hope you have found the Seniors Resource Guide "The Prepared Senior" eNewsletter helpful. If you have questions, suggestions or topics you want to see in the future please contact us and we wish everyone a Happy New Year!
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Disclaimer: References to specific companies mentioned does not warranty, imply or assume any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy or usefulness of said company. Consumers and professionals serving seniors are highly encouraged to check all references and interview all companies before engaging services. In regard to event listings always check and confirm with the event host that the date or time has not changed.
The Federal website
www.usa.gov provides a variety of information on staying safe such as identity theft, fraud, scams, recalls, credit reports, complaints, debt, etc. Learn more at
www.usa.gov.
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