4 ON 5
September 23rd, 2024
In the game of retirement, every financial asset plays a crucial role. Mark Schumacher from Mutual of Omaha Mortgage compares retirement planning to a basketball game, with Social Security, pensions, investments, and insurance as key players. But often, the “big man”—your home—is left on the bench. Schumacher explores how a reverse mortgage can bring your home into the game, working alongside your other assets to ensure a secure and balanced retirement strategy.
8 Safety Tips for Seniors
September 22nd, 2024
Falls are the leading safety risk for seniors, with many accidents occurring at home. Becky Pickett, owner of Home Helpers Home Care, provides eight vital safety tips to help older adults create a safer living environment. From removing scatter rugs to installing grab bars in bathrooms, these practical steps can significantly reduce the risk of falls and injuries. As more seniors are discharged home after hospital stays, it’s essential to make homes safer and better suited for their needs, ensuring a secure and comfortable recovery.
Leading the Future with Data Driven Care
September 21st, 2024
Rose Jarboe, Director of Business Development at Senior Helpers, explores how AI-driven technology is revolutionizing in-home care for seniors. The article highlights how predictive data and continuous virtual support can enhance safety, maintain independence, and ensure privacy for older adults. Learn how this innovative approach addresses health risks early, balances support with autonomy, and upholds dignity.
Peace Through Connections
September 20th, 2024
In a world filled with noise and distractions, it’s easy to lose sight of the simple beauty around us. Scott Linnerud, Bereavement Program Manager at Interim HealthCare Hospice, reflects on a peaceful moment with his granddaughter that reminded him of the power of quiet connections. Through shared experiences of discovery and wonder, he explores how slowing down and embracing stillness can bring us closer to God and provide a sense of lasting peace.
“Do you have any regrets?” Finding contentment in just who you are
September 19th, 2024
In his insightful piece, Bert Keller explores the question many of us face: “Do you have any regrets?” Keller delves into the emotional scars we carry from past hardships—whether from a difficult childhood, failed relationships, or traumatic experiences. He emphasizes that it is not the events themselves, but how we interpret and respond to them, that shape our lives. Through the lens of moral imagination and self-acceptance, Keller encourages readers to transform their regrets into a positive narrative, finding contentment in who they are and unlocking a sense of peace and freedom that cannot be taken away.
