Archive for June, 2009
Local Computer Classes for Seniors
According to Pew Research in a research study entitled, Generations Online in 2009, “larger percentages of older generations are online now than in the past and they are dong more activities online.” They are primarily using the Internet for “research, shopping, and banking.” The study reports that despite their growing usage of the Internet they still [...]
How to Find a Wheelchair Accessible Hotel
The last trip my mother and I took together, she needed the assistance of a wheelchair. As her travel companion and the girl in charge of the chair, I was concerned about finding wheelchair accessible accommodations. Since then, I have found a couple of sites that provide assistance in this area. Please keep in mind [...]
One Time Economic Stimulus Checks
The Social Security Administration has published a document entitled, “One -Time Economic Recovery Payment 2009.” According to the document, “On February 17, 2009 President Barack Obama signed into law the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. This law provides a one-time economic recovery payment of $250 to people who get certain types of Federal Benefits.” The [...]
India Cares for Seniors
Knowing that my mother’s care is very expensive here in the United States, a couple of friends have shared information with me on caring for the elderly abroad. My mother’s home is in the United States and I wouldn’t think of taking her away from her family and close friends for care abroad. However, I [...]