Consider our lives as a cycle with a beginning and an end. As people age, they become fragile and lose some of their capacity and strength. At that time, they need help and care from others. Most of the time, children of these individuals provide the care they need. However, what if these seniors abused … Read more
Elderly abuse is not just violence against an individual but a violation of human rights leading to a loss of dignity and self-respect. Through this article, let us try to see what is elderly abuse, its various forms, its signs and symptoms, and ways to prevent elderly abuse. Elderly Abuse – A Crime Against Civilization … Read more
There are times when you realize that the elderly around you are experiencing a decline in their ability to remember things. An adverse effect of this comes in their ability to handle their finances. When you realize that you need to help them in going about their lives with dignity and comfort, you do not … Read more
If you use a rollator walker or are planning to use one, you may have some questions. In this article, we answer some frequently asked questions around rollator walkers. Will Medicare Pay for My Rollator Walker? Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers durable medical equipment, which includes walkers and rollators. The walker or rollator must … Read more
As per the Americans with Disabilities Act, 1990 (ADA), it is illegal for an employer to discriminate against a potential candidate to be hired or an employee on the job, on the basis of disability. In this article, we will discuss the disability job space in general, which companies are hiring employees with disabilities, and … Read more
Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)1 shows that almost 40% of seniors above the age of 55 are either working or are actively looking for work. Longer lifespans and medical breakthroughs allow for a fuller life in old age. Hence, many seniors continue to work beyond retirement. In this article we will be … Read more