Naturally occurring retirement communities (Updated 6/18/24) Naturally occurring retirement communities, or NORCs, are residential areas where a significant portion of the population consists of older adults who have aged in place over time. Unlike traditional retirement communities, NORCs are not planned or developed specifically for seniors; …
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Overcoming the Challenges of Caring for Aging Parents
Caring for aging parents definitely comes with its fair share of challenges. Many have found that the emotional, financial and physical demands can lead to burnout. How can you avoid such burnout while still providing the best care for your parents? Keep reading for tips on how to overcome the emotional, financial and physical obstacles of family …
5 Home Decor Ideas to Bring Good Vibes to Your House
Home decor ideas to enliven, brighten and rejuvenate your living spaces. Our living environment is more than just a space we spend time in. The way it looks can influence our mood and feelings, and can have a positive or negative effect on our mental well-being. If your current home environment does not fill you with positive emotions as soon …
Want to Learn More About Having an Accessible Home? Watch This Video
Join environmental gerontologist, Nichole Kain, on a tour of the Welcome HOME bed and breakfast in Newburg, Wisconsin. This video was recorded via Facebook Live on March 24, 2018. The Welcome HOME (House Of Modification Examples) B&B is a non-profit established in 1989 with the purpose of educating the public on the importance of inclusive home …
Philips Wake-Up Light
Imagine naturally waking every day to a simulated sunrise, regardless of weather The Philips Wake-Up Light provides a pleasant, natural way to start your morning. Featuring a colored sunrise simulation and 20 brightness settings, the light gradually increases between 20 to 40 minutes prior to your alarm time. The light also offers the option of …
Interview with Vince Baiera, Creator of Step2Bed
In this episode of Smart Retirement Life, listen in as Mark Hager talks with Vince Baiera, creator of Step2Bed and Founder of Step2Health. Vince started his career working as an ICU Nurse at The Cleveland Clinic and Duke University Hospital in the Cardiac ICU. After working as a traveling ICU Nurse, Vince stepped away from nursing to pursue …