Are you wondering what kind of gift to give your elderly relative? It may be difficult to shop for elderly people during this festive season. However, there are simple inexpensive gifts you can present your loved one. The gifts can be useful or just edible. Avoid buying gifts that can contribute to clutter. The ultimate holiday gift is to bring cheer and show love to your elderly loved ones. Pick [...]

It is that time of year again where everyone wants to spend money on something nice and enjoy some good family time. Holiday seasons are normally among times of year where seniors can enjoy festive parties with friends and families while exchanging lovely gifts. However, there are seniors who may not look forward to celebrating the holiday season in any way. The festivity buzz may not nudge a senior who [...]

Guilt can manifest itself in a way that can leave you feeling depressed and angry. It can bind and control you. The emotional feeling occurs when one feels he or she has violated standards of conduct and bears responsibility for the violation. Seniors can feel guilty about doing or not doing something. Feeling guilty can help you learn from your mistakes. On the other hand, unhealthy guilt is not very [...]

Some seniors who are past 60 may not feel as sexy as they used to when they were younger. They may think sex is for the younger generation since they have attained old age. However, many men and women over 60 do remain sexually active for years to come. You can improve your sex life and continue to enjoy sex even at the age of 80 and beyond. Schedule sex [...]

The yearly festivities involve indulging in too much of almost everything. Pastries, deep-fried foods, chips, peanuts are some snacks seniors may indulge in, not forgetting appetizers, alcohol and dinners. As if we do not have more than enough to eat in a day, over indulging in a single day can be harmful to your body. If you are on a diet, you may find it difficult to keep up with [...]

The holiday season can bring about expenses that can put a dent into one’s pocket. However, the elderly can save money while enjoying this festive season. The secret ways to save money during the holiday season ensures you do not feel guilty about the money you spent when the holiday season is over. Forgotten gift cards Look around the house for any forgotten gift cards lying around in the house. [...]

Since we can’t read minds, spotting lies is probably the closest to avoid being scammed. There are red flags you should look out for when determining if someone is trying to deceive you. Seniors who look out for the telltale physical and verbal signs can avoid being duped by unscrupulous people who are always on the prowl for vulnerable individuals. Not only can you be deceived in business, but also [...]

Protecting your PIN is of utmost importance because crooks can target your number and steal your money. Safeguard your PIN number to reduce the chances of becoming a target. No matter whom you are with or where you are, always keep your PIN a secret. The following steps can help ensure your PIN is always safe. Dont’s Don’t write your pin number down or store it in your phone. Always [...]

Seniors can invest their money wisely to earn residual income. However, it is always recommended to look out for investment fraud, which can take many forms. Some of the investment scams that an elderly can be lured into include pump and dump, ponzi schemes, prime bank, off-shore investing, pyramid schemes, seasonal trading, low risk investments and affinity fraud among others. New and old tricks are being used to lure a [...]

Being a caregiver could be one of the most challenging experiences in life. It comes with a set of difficulties that may seem too much to handle for many caregivers. A swirl of feelings including being on edge characterize the life of a caregiver. Stress, sadness, confusion, frustration, impatience, guilt, anxiety, fear, anger and isolation are just but a few negative emotions you may experience. Other than the above emotions, [...]