Pensions-The Basic Knowledge
Posted on October 3, 2008
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Pensions are generally a series of payments made to a person after they retire. The payments are made regularly and are for past services with an employer. Pensions are indexed to the cost of living and increase annually in line with inflation (currently around 2.4 per cent per year). Read more
Nursing Homes Information
Posted on October 3, 2008
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Nursing homes are generally stand-alone facilities, but some are operated within a hospital or retirement community. Nursing homes may also offer “Special Care Units” and indicate that these provide services specifically for Alzheimer’s Disease, dementia, head injuries or other medical conditions. Nursing homes are medical institutions. Read more
Retirement Homes-What You Need to Know
Posted on October 3, 2008
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Retirement homes are viable solutions to this problem. Retirement homes are privately owned and operated. They are suitable for seniors who do not require nursing care, although it may be available at an extra charge. Retirement homes are privately owned and operated residences. Each home provides accommodation, meals and recreational activities. Read more
Retirement-What do you Know about Retirement
Posted on October 3, 2008
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Retirement is doing what you want to do, even if it’s work that you want to do. Here’s a few rules to keep in mind if you want to make retirement work for you. Retirement is a major decision in everyone’s life and PREPARATION is the key to making it a success. Read more
Independent Seniors Living-Enjoy Your Senior Years
Posted on October 3, 2008
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Independent Living is an residential living setting for elderly or senior adults that may or may not provide hospitality or supportive services. Under this living arrangement, the senior adult leads an independent lifestyle that requires minimal or no extra assistance. Independent living is based on the philosophy that people with disabilities have rights and responsibilities as first class citizens that control and direct their own lives. Read more
A Few Facts on Seniors
Posted on September 30, 2008
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Seniors are not often given to alcohol or drug use that would impair their faculties and driving abilities. They are not often given to distractions of loud music or driving while using cellphones. Read more