People with disabilities are more active and living more independently in their communities as a result of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA is a federal law requiring most businesses open to the public, regardless of size, to provide reasonable...
Staying in a nursing home can be highly beneficial for seniors. However, all facilities are not created equal and long-term care homes may not be for everyone. The recent pandemic has made many people reconsider if nursing homes are the best place for their...
Being able to access your own home is one of the most important parts of staying as independent as possible. When deciding on what type of accessible products to install in your place, you'll find two main options. A ramp or vertical wheelchair lifts that can raise...
According to DisabledWorld.com there are close to two million wheelchair users and scooter riders in the U.S. who live independently, with family members. or with the service of caretakers in their homes. Living at home is often the first choice for households who...
Medicare is a rite of passage for American seniors. It’s a valuable source of insurance at a time when our income and health can be uncertain or unstable. The majority of us are automatically eligible for Medicare around the time we retire — at age 65. However,...
Are you nearing retirement age? Have you become disabled? You might not know whether you could receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or if you should just go ahead and get your Social Security retirement underway. Americans nearing age 62 who are...
Did you know? For the first time in recorded Canadian history, there are more citizens over the age of 65 than there are under the age of 15. Incredible right? It’s a combination of families having fewer children, the baby boomer generation becoming senior citizens,...
Attention Ontarians! It’s not too late to save money this year. If you live in Ontario, Canada, are 65 or over, or live with someone who is, you only have one month left to take advantage of the Healthy Homes Renovation Tax Credit. Expenses paid before December 31,...