Anxiety can feel overwhelming in everyday life. Even your thinking can feel impacted by worries and fears associated with anxiety. While you may feel you’re alone, it’s important to know that anxiety affects over 40 million adults (18.1%) in the United States (ADAA.org). The good news is that anxiety is treatable. So, what can you […]
Continue readingHelping Seniors Prepare a Budget
Keeping track of bills, preparing taxes, and balancing checkbooks isn’t fun. But as one gets older, certain physical limitations make dealing with paperwork difficult. Poor eyesight doesn’t help. Arthritis can make it hard to hold pens, seal envelopes, and file forms. Older people sometimes have mental limitations such as Alzheimer’s. They may become too confused […]
Continue readingThe Baby Boomer’s Guide to Aging in Place
Thanks to modern medicine, a longer, healthier life is possible. And if you’re like many baby boomers, you’ll want to spend that time staying in the comfort of your own home for as long as possible. You can accomplish this, but it’s crucial to plan ahead. Age-related injuries (like hip fractures from falls) and diseases […]
Continue readingJuly Will Power
ASK A PIONEER Q 1: I read that it is important to have a good rapport with my doctor. I hate to complain, but sometimes I think she is not listening to me. Do you have any tips to help me build a better relationship with my doctor? A1: We’ve all felt like our doctors […]
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