Resources for Seniors – Updated 12/20/23

A fresh perspective on issues of addiction and treatment for seniors. TAP HERE

Caregiver’s Guide to Senior Health

  • Common health conditions in seniors
  • Medication management for seniors
  • How to recognize and respond to medical emergencies
  • Tips on helping seniors maintain their physical, social, and mental health
  • Advice on managing a safe and healthy living space for seniors
  • Caregiver self-care strategies

A guide for helping retirees navigate the healthcare system

Addiction Treatment Center in New Jersey

A valuable resource for recovering from addiction with a special focus on Veterans. Tap here.

“Safety Tips For Seniors to Avoid Gun Violence” – tips and advice to help keep seniors safe.

Fascinating insights into eye health and vision,
providing seniors with a resource that educates and empowers them to prioritize their eye care.
Tap here.

“Recognizing and Preventing Life Insurance Scams”

 The effects of alcohol addiction on cancer.

5 important senior safety tips when they stay home alone.

Dual Diagnosis Treatment in the Woodlands, Texas.

Eye Health for Seniors: A Guide to Vision Concerns for Aging Eyes

Tips to Help the Elderly through Their Medical Tests.

Senior’s Guide to Medication Management

  • Medication safety tips and dosage information
  • How to accurately read medication labels
  • Ways that aging changes your responses to medications
  • Tips on medication organization and storage
  • Downloadable medication management charts
  • And much more

Free Grants for Veterans. Tap here.
 Low income veterans for finding financial assistance programs.

Discovery Institute – New Jersey Program for Outpatient Drug Treatment. Tap here.
Resource for Mental Health and Drug Addiction. Tap here.
Further Addition Treatment Offerings. Tap here.

Oral Health And Memory Disorders: A Guide For Caregivers

  • Common dental issues in seniors
  • Does dental health impact memory disorders?
  • Impact of medications on dental health
  • Signs of dental problems
  • Helping your loved one with dental hygiene

Budgeting Guide for Seniors.
This covers a wide variety of financial management topics,
in addition to other health and safety resources for seniors! Tap here

Security and Your Phone: What are the Risks and How to Stay Safe

The Maritime Injury Center is a detailed resource for mariners and military alike
along with their families.  Tap Here.

The most easy-to-understand guide on the ins and outs of medicare. This free resource

highlights coverage, costs, eligibility and enrollment information, along with answers to

some frequently asked questions. Tap Here.

An excellent guide to help protect elderly loved ones
from online scammers. Tap Here.

This can be a truly life changing resource for anyone who might need an
accommodation in their living space and needs to submit an official request to
their landlord. Tap Here

 A Guide for Seniors and Retirees
When They Need Help. 

Faith-Based Addiction Recovery

Free Grants for Veterans
Our website provides comprehensive details on grants for veterans. These grants are given away for free, and they could help low income veterans with bills, mortgage, rent, housing, college, and medications . Please note that grants are only given for veterans who can prove financial difficulties. Apply for multiple grants to ensure your needs are met. Tap here.

Affordable Dental Care: A Guide for Seniors and Their Families”  including information about…

  • Dental Hygiene and Concerns for Seniors
  • Diet, Nutrition, and Oral Health
  • How Medicare & Medicaid Cover DeIntal Care
  • Finding Dental Care for Seniors
  • Tap Here for more information.

AlcoholRehabGuide.org an organization dedicated to providing extensive
and reliable information on the various aspects of alcohol use and addiction.
Special focus on those 65 years and older.

Retirement Planning Guide for Seniors
Tap here for a very comprehensive website with wide ranging issues relating to retirement.

There are many different types of living arrangements for the elderly, but it is important to understand some major differences between assisted living and independent living.
These options can be overwhelming so here is a rundown
of what you need to know about these two types of facilities.
Tap here to learn more.

Mesothelioma and assisted living may become necessary for patients with this illness who struggle with everyday tasks and cannot live entirely independently. Advanced mesothelioma can cause significant dysfunction, but assisted living is an option. At a mesothelioma assisted living facility, patients have access to medical care and assistance with daily activities.

Mesothelioma and Assisted Living

A Seniors Guide to Cancer that covers topics like wellness tips, the importance of seeing a doctor, and preventive measures:
www.asbestos.com/cancer/senior-cancer-guide/

New Jersey Hope and Healing offers a variety of in-person/ and or virtual activities on a daily / weekly basis that will benefit the senior community
and others in need.
This relates especially for those who have suffered from Covid.
Visit Catholic Charities of Trenton – http://cctrenton.org


A guide that aims to provide insight on the nutrition challenges seniors face, such as biological changes that can affect their ability to digest food and absorb nutrients, the special nutrient needs of seniors, some common late onset food allergies and sensitivities & dietary restrictions, as well as some healthy eating tips and resources. https://www.yorktest.com/us/blog/nutrition-guide-for-seniors/

Helpful guides about patient treatment for substance abuse.
Inpatient treatment – Addiction Group
Free by the Sea

North Jersey Recovery. Another from North Jersey
Kingsway Recovery
New Directions for Women

Valuable information about Nursing Home Abuse. Tap here.

LASIK EYE SURGERY GUIDE (2022): COSTS, BENEFITS, & MORE

Having student loans at age 65 or close to it can be incredibly stressful,
but it’s also surprisingly common. Here is a guide to help retirement-aged individuals navigate their student loan debt repayment options
as well as a refinance calculator tool.
Tap Here!
Student Loan Refinancing Calculator

Many people find that it gets harder to lose
or maintain their weight as they age.
The reasons can be scientific, genetic, or lifestyle related.
Tap here for an excellent resource.

This free resource highlights the importance of eye care for aging adults, treatment options for age-related vision problems, and more. Tap here.

Walk-in-Tubs Guide
An article that explains how medicare can pay for walk in tubs.

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A free guide on the signs, diagnosis,
and treatment of adult autism.  

Brain Games, Activities, and More:
Resources for Preventing Memory Loss
Tap Here.

Studies have found that seniors are more likely to experience injury during a disaster. Within our guide, Disaster Planning and Recovery for Seniors, we’ve included how to make an emergency plan, building emergency kits, evacuation plans, pet safety, and more. Even though this guide does focus on seniors, I believe everyone can benefit from it as a reminder to be ready for anything to keep yourself and your loved ones safe during the unexpected.
Rainbow International Restoration

A Comprehensive Guide to
Nursing Home Abuse.

Best Practices for Home Monitoring of Blood Pressure.

New! “Senior Lifestyle Guide for Preventing Memory Disorders”

Memory loss is a major concern for seniors, as it can seriously impair their quality of life. Despite the lack of certainty in prevention, there are some simple lifestyle changes that can reduce the threat of developing these disorders. This guide discusses these changes, such as physical exercise, brain aerobics, nutrition and supplements, and sleep and relaxation. You can check out our guide here: 

https://www.ushcgshots.com/memory-disorder-prevention-guide

http://www.seniorlifestyleguide.com


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Paying for senior Medicare Advantage
plans in New Jersey

 The most easy-to-understand guide
on the ins and outs of medicare.
https://www.retireguide.com/medicare/

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Assisted Living in New Jersey

Financial Assistance & Funding Options for
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