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 By Jacqueline Beardsley


Thank Goodness For Our Seniors!


Where would we be without our sensational seniors?  I love nothing more than spending time with my grandsons who reside with me.  It has changed and consumed my life in many ways.  We all have our own unique situations as we grow older.

I want to share some tips and sites that may help you or someone you know
  • YOU HAVE CHOICES
  • YOU DECIDE ON YOUR FUTURE
  • YOU ENJOY LIFE
  • YOU CONTROL YOUR JOURNEY
  • ENGAGE LIFE-RIGHT TO AN ACTIVE LIFESTYLE
STAY INDEPENDENT
  • Don't take chances on your health
  • Be Proactive
  • Exercise to your own ability
  • Eat right when you can
  • Use your brain!
GET SOCIAL
  • Religious organizations
  • Senior centers
  • Educational opportunities
  • Clubs, (card, book or wine...)
  • Transportation
  • Exercise by yourself and in programs
  • Stay connected
  • Volunteer
  • Local Senior Communities
  • Restaurants
  • Events
  • Support Groups
  • Social Media
VIRUTUAL CONNECTOINS
  • Do normal events together- watch a movie, bake a cake, make dinner
  • Family games
  • Go to church or synagogue
  • Volunteer or participate in charity events
  • Create a cookbook
  • Exercise 
  • Play games
VETERANS
  • Am Vets, Vietnam Vets. American Legion, VFW
  • Moose Lodge, Lions Club or Rotary
  • Coffee house
SENIOR FRIENDLY SITES
  • Illinois Department on Aging
  • SeniorNet.org - provides older adult education for and access to computer technologies to enhance lives, share knowledge and wisdom.
  • AARP
  • Medical resources for specific illnesses, concerns, etc.
  • Brain Games
Aging in place is about remaining in a house, in control as circumstances change.
Keep home clean and safe, remove floor hazards, have alarms on doors, keep mobile phone with you motion sensors and detectors.
SERVICES-
Senior Move Manager OR Organizer
Professional Caregiver
Use social service programs such as Elderwerks, Senior Services, Catholic Charities, etc.
Money Mangers and Handymen.

SERVICES TO ASSIST
  • Nutritional Programs
  • Transportation
  • Village or city directory of services
  • Visiting nurses
Charles Rutenberg Realty
Naperville Il
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