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Senior Visitor Guide

Beaches: Siesta Key Get ready to feel the powder white quartz sand between your toes as you walk along the beach. The iconic Siesta Key public beach is definitely a must-see for visitors and locals alike. With tennis courts, grilling stations, picnic tables, playground and volleyball courts there is a lot to do for a…

An obituary is a way that family members can honor their deceased loved one and provide information to the community about funeral arrangements and contribution requests. Unfortunately, the widow and other family members can fall victim to several scams as a result of information contained in the obituary. Robbery During the Funeral While family and…

Social Security Benefits after Death of a Spouse – Part I

Reporting Date of Death Social Security should be notified as soon as possible when a person dies. In most cases, the funeral home will report the person’s death to Social Security. Family members should give the funeral home the deceased person’s Social Security number if you want the funeral home to report the death for…

Social Security Benefits after Death of a Spouse – Part II

As described in the article entitled “Social Security Benefits after Death of a Spouse – Part I,” a meeting with the local Social Security office will assist you in determining the benefits for which you are eligible following the death of your spouse. In order to be prepared for that meeting, we suggest that you…

As our seniors continue to age, there comes a point where we, as concerned friends and family members, need to step in and help organize their care and well-being. It all depends on the type of help they need, and to what extent they will allow. House cleaners, for example, could be beneficial if your…

Moving an aging loved one can be a difficult task. In many cases they are leaving a family home they know and love and that holds years of memories. On top of that, they are usually asked to downsize their treasured belongings. Luan Morrow offers great solutions that make the process less painful and more…

Being a caregiver can be a rewarding yet challenging job. Aging loved ones are so special to us and we only want to provide the best care as they live out their golden years. But if caregivers do not take much-needed breaks, it's easy to become overwhelmed and burned out. Let us offer you some suggestions to…