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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
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.
Getting your News Online with Podcasts
Check out the NPR website - this is the website for National Public Radio. The organization is a non-profit and is publicly and privately funded. The website includes the content from over 900 public radio stations. You can both read articles and listen to podcasts.
While we are Talking about Radio
Norway is planning to phase out FM radio and switch to Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) -
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Consequences of Longevity in Japan
More on Robots and Seniors
A robot to help a senior age at home -
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Understanding Website Paywalls - What are they?
Do you find when you go to a news source that a pop up comes up that says, "you need to pay to view the article." This is a Paywall. Visit Wikipedia and read about "Hard" and "Soft" paywalls.
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Emergency Room Vs Urgent Care
Understanding the difference between emergency rooms and urgent care can save you money -
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Cost Shock if the ER Doctor is "Not in your Network"
Not every doctor in an ER setting is in your network even if you go to the hospital that is "in your network" -
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Website:
emergencycareforyou.org
More on "Out of Network Doctors at in-Network Hospitals"
Basically even if your local hospital participates in your health plan, that does not guarantee that all the providers working there do. Providers such as Radiologists, Anesthesiologists, Pathologists and even Surgeons assisting your in-network surgeon may be out of network. This does not seem right -
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Website:
fairhealthconsumer.org
Do you really understand Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security and Social Security Disability?
It probably won't be easy reading but it is very important for every U.S. citizen to understand what these programs provide and how they work.
Exploring Medicare
Exploring Medicaid
Explained on Wikipedia -
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Explore Social Security
Explained on Wikipedia -
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U.S. Government Website:
ssa.gov
Links from our last issue that we are leaving in ...
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/
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
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Find Healthy Aging Tips from government websites such as Health Finder.gov and NIH Senior Health.gov.
Eating well is important for all ages -
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Aging and Driving - What you should be aware of -
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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.
View the National News & Events Webpage -
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Abilities Expos
Abilities Expos are events where people with disabilities, their families, seniors, vets, caregivers and healthcare professionals gain knowledge and empowerment. The Abilities Expo has customized its offerings to include exhibits, workshops and activities.
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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
Jan 2017 - Alzheimer's Association Classes & Workshops
The Alzheimer's Association can help you get the information you need about memory loss and dementia - LEARN MORE
Jan 2017 - 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
Jan 2017 - 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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Jan 26 - 28, 2017
Senior Expo Utah 2017
South Town Expo Center, 9575 South Date, Sandy, UT
The 2017 Senior Expo Utah is Utah's premier lifestyle, health and active aging expo for baby boomers, seniors, caregivers, friends and family. The expo will include items of interest for those that are close to becoming seniors or have senior parents that they are helping. Over 200 booths will be featured at this event. entertainment, seminars, demonstrations and lots more -
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Feb 4, 2017
2017 Vacations Showcase Presented by AAA
Sports Authority Field at Mile High
1701 Bryant St, Denver, CO
Visit with over 60 exhibitors at a world-class venue. Enjoy fun and engaging travel presentations from top travel companies. Talk one-on-one with travel experts. Discover incredible travel discounts to hundreds of destinations. Enter at East United Club Level
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Feb 4 - 8, 2017
Colorado Garden & Home Show
Colorado Convention Center, 14th Street, Denver, CO
Discover the Rocky Mountain region's oldest, largest and most prestigious garden and home show - a nine-day spectacular event - where you can find inspiration from the latest ideas and trends in landscaping, gardening and home improvement.
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Feb 16 - 18, 2017
The Birmingham Home Show
Birmingham Jefferson Convention Center
2024 4th Ave S, Birmingham, AL
Exhibits and presentations by local and national home and garden experts -
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March 15, 2017
Colorado Senior Lobby Senior Day at The Capitol
The Colorado State Capitol, 200 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO
Senior Day at The Capitol 2017 will be on Wednesday, March 15, 2017. The morning session of this event will be held at the Colorado State Capitol building and live streamed -
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March 18 - 26, 2017
Chicago Flower and Garden Show
Navy Pier, 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL
While visiting, attendees can walk through life-sized gardens, participate in DIY workshops, learn from educational seminars, enjoy garden-to-table cooking presentations and more.
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April 7 - 8, 2017
Chicago Senior Expo
McCormick Place, 2301 S King Dr, Chicago, IL
Chicago Senior Expo is a 2 day event being held at the McCormick Place in Chicago, USA. This event showcases products like Careers, dating, income and retirement issues, healthcare options, and yes, aging parents taking care of older parents etc. in the Banking, Insurance & Finance, Business Services, Wellness, Health & Fitness industries -
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Find tips on staying safe online with the National Cyber Security Alliance
Stay Safe Online - STOP. THINK. CONNECT.
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
What to know about Social Networks -
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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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