NAPERVILLE ILLINOIS

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