Welcome to the May 13, 2009 edition of Boomers and Seniors – News You Can Use. From Swine Flu prevention and life insurance scams to mobility issues and how to make a senior smile, this edition is jam-packed with useful information for boomers and seniors alike.

The Big Story >> Preventing the Spread of Swine Flu in Nursing Homes & Senior Centers quickly became one of our most popular posts here at the SeniorsForLiving blog. If you have a loved one living in a senior housing residence, be sure to read up on these precautions before your next visit.

Senior Care/Caregiving

Did you ever hear something and it immediately reminds you of your childhood? This notion of verbal nostalgia is what Patricia Grace explores in her post How a Word Can Make Us Smile and Take Us Back… at Aging with Grace CareConnection. “I hope this takes you back and makes you laugh,” says Patricia.

When Kaye Swain’s Dad had to give up his rolling walker for a wheelchair, she became aware of a lot of new things. Read along as she shares her tips in  Wheelchair Needs For Caregivers: Inches and Ramps posted at SandwichINK.com. “I discovered some new needs and some great links you may find useful if you need wheelchair ramps for aging parents.”

Catherine VanWetter offers an interesting post on The Power of Words and Thoughts at her To The Heart of the Matter blog. “It is important to watch the words that you use and the thoughts that may be ruminating around in your head,” she says. “This article provides helpful tips to become aware of your words.” And that is something that caregivers especially need to be aware of!

Financial Issues

SeniorsForLiving looks at an issue that our struggling economy has brought to the forefront: Affording Health Care in Retirement. Find out why it has become more important than ever to save for future medical costs.

“You are being foolish by not having Life Insurance to cover your dependents in the eventuality of your untimely death,” says Jim DeSantis. But at the same time, he warns, don’t let smooth-talking agents talk you into coverage you don’t need. Learn more in his post 3 Major Ways Your Life Insurance Company May Be Scamming You at On Line Tribune | Health.

Ready to retire? Jeff Rose presents Five Things You Don’t Want to Hear From Your Financial Planner posted at Good Financial Cents. “If you are a boomer facing retirement, the lesson learned is don’t procrastinate,” says Jeff. In a related post, he shares with boomer readers How To Strech Out an IRA For Your Beneficiaries.

Health & Wellness

The latest nutrition culprit all over the media is sodium. And with good reason! That’s why Maxx’s post on How To Cut Back On Your Sodium Intake posted at How To Maximize Your Health And Fitness is such an important read. “Have you recently been told by your doctor that you had to go on a low-sodium diet? You are probably finding this to be quite difficult as you discover that sodium seems to be everywhere,” says Maxx. Get his tips.

At Nursing Assistant Guides, Kelly Sonora prescribes three important posts for your health: 25 Ancient, Proven Home Remedies With Science Behind Them, 25 Excellent Social Media Sites for Your Health, and 5 Ways to keep Yourself Health & Fit in a Busy Schedule. Healthy reading!

“It seems every week brings a new barrage of articles and studies which often contradict what you read the month before: Does Gingko Biloba help delay Alzheimer’s Disease? Can physical exercise help you stay sharp as you age? Which computer-based brain fitness programs, if any, are worth your money?” questions  Alvaro Fernandez. Learn about a new resource to help guide you on these topics and more in Maintain Your Brain and Stay Sharp: An Upcoming Guide and Resource posted at SharpBrains.

Roy Schwartz tackles one of the most frightening health concerns among boomers and seniors today in his post Chest Pain – Is It a Heart Attack?. Check out this serious read on the Disease A Day blog.

As you age, you may have to modify your exercise regimen. Along those lines, Joe E presents Got Joint Soreness?…Walking can be as Effective as Jogging at the Promote Health blog.  “In some cases, you can burn nearly as many calories by walking than you can jogging over the same period of time,” he explains. Learn how…

Kaye Swain reports on a cool tool in the battle against arthritis in her post Aging Parents and Their Caregivers Love Writing With Pilot G-2 at the SandwichINK.com blog. “Arthritis in the hand or wrist? Pilot G-2 is perfect for my needs and my hands. I love anything that helps make my caregiving duties much easier!”

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