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5 Senior Friendly Winter Activites
Winter is (almost) officially here. The days are short, the skies are gray, and the temps are cool. It’s the time of year to turn our attention to indoor activities that keep us active, both mentally and physically. Here are 5 senior-friendly winter activities that...
Finding the Right Advocate
It’s no secret that many aspects of life change as we age. Changes in physical and cognitive health may limit a person’s ability to be active, to drive, to manage finances, to take medications properly, or any number of things they could previously do. Often family...
Making Modifications in Your Home
One of the biggest decisions you will make as a senior is whether or not you want to stay in your home or find something new. You may be ready to move on, but many prefer to safely remain at home for as long as possible. As the baby boomer generation ages into the...
Tackling Home Projects as a Senior
Larger home projects can become more complicated in your senior years. When it comes to time, funds, and patience you might not have the amount that you used to, and quite frankly, you don’t want to have to worry about the headaches that can come with home repairs....
Getting Rid of Stuff, but Keeping the Memories
It’s 2022, your kids are grown, your house no longer meets your needs, and you are ready for a fresh start. It’s time to downsize to a smaller house, a retirement community, or something that better fits your current lifestyle. Of course, this means you will have to...
Future Planning with a Financial Advisor
Financial planning is important throughout your life but extremely important during your senior years. From retirement planning to estate planning, there are so many important financial aspects to consider. Not to mention, as you age, your savings and spending...
Elder Law and Seniors
We don’t need to ask whether we will need help someday; rather, the question is “when will we need help?” As you age, the chance that you’ll require assistance from immediate family members increases greatly. You may think that those close to you can handle your...
Why You Should Consider a Reverse Mortgage
People are living longer than they once did. In fact, in the past 30 years, life expectancy has increased from 74 to 79 years of age. With recent inflation and the disappearance of traditional pensions, the rapidly growing senior population needs more money to live on...
A Senior Friendly Community for YOU
When the time comes to begin searching for the perfect senior community, the number of available options may surprise you. Senior communities are no longer one-size-fits-all and the variety of choices can seem a bit overwhelming. Our friends at Friendship Village, a...
Staying Active Age You Age
Remaining physically active is one of the most important things that you can do for your health. This is especially true as you age. With age, the metabolism slows and the risk for age-related issues increases. A healthy diet and regular activity reduce these risks...
3 Reasons Why Selling the Home “As-Is” to an Investor Is Unwise
The rehearsed pitch sounds great. We pay cash, no inspections (not true), no contingencies, no repairs, leave what you want, and close quick (or slow if you prefer). So far, so good. What’s missing is how little they want to pay for the home (#steal). If you want to...
3 Reasons Why You Should Have a Senior Care Plan in Place
It’s true what they say: The years are short and they seem to pass by more quickly as we age. Concerns about health, safety, and quality of life during the senior years often cause anxiety for seniors and their families. Common questions include How long will I be...
Investing in a Home Warranty Might Just Save Time and Frustration
As a senior, your home is a place where you can unwind, relax, and stay safe… well, that is until the inevitable happens. When the dishwasher starts leaking, the AC fails to cool, and the water from the water heater isn’t hot, you need someone to call. Our friends at...
Concerned About Eating Red Meat? Our Experts Have a Solution!
At the Senior Learning Institute®, we are committed to providing age-related advice and answering any questions about aging well at absolutely no cost. Speaking of questions, we recently had a Senior Learning Institute® guest inquire about red meats. He asked, “I’m...
What Exactly Is “Care Management” and How Does It Relate to My Senior Loved One?
Are you curious about what care management is and how it can help out your senior loved one? Read on to learn everything you need to know.
Welcome to Friendship Village, Your Premier Senior Living Community
The right senior living community provides safety, security, and fun. Click here to see why you will fit right into Friendship Village.
Senior Living Communities That Are SLI-Approved
If you’re considering moving to a senior living community, The Senior Learning Institute® (SLI) can save you time and aggravation. Picking the wrong community is painful, in many ways. Here are senior communities that are SLI-approved.
Free Senior Seminars in Your Neighborhood
Interested in free senior seminars? The Senior Learning Institute is running free, in-person events in St. Louis county. Read to learn more.
Partner Profile: The Estep Law Firm
The Estep Law Firm, LLC is a leading estate planning and elder law firm in our community. Click here to learn what they have to say on estate planning, elder law, and more.
Living Independently: What It Really Means
In the United States, the label “senior citizen” is often slapped on your back when you turn age 65. While you might still feel young and fit at 65, it's always a good idea to think about what your future living situation may look like. If living independently as you...