Category: Tips

Village Streams

Simplifying Your Finances to Maintain Your Independence

Jim Davis, CPA (and ACV’s Director of Legacy Giving) has spent the last forty years assisting people with their financial affairs. During this period, senior adults, their children, and caregivers have asked him many questions as to how they should prepare for the transition to retirement and later life in the handling of financial matters. Many of these same concerns and will be addressed in th

Senior Living

An Introduction to Scrapbooking for Seniors

A picture is worth a thousand words – and a scrapbook made with love is worth even more. Creating a scrapbook is a beautiful way to preserve memories that will be enjoyed by family and friends for generations to come.

Senior Living

Show Your Older Family Member Some Love This February | The Perfect Gift for Seniors

February is the month of love, whether you’re choosing a gift for your Valentine or showing your family members or friends how much you care. It’s also a great time to show a little extra love to the grandparents or other senior adult in your life and let them know you are thinking of them.

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How Eating Together Improves Senior Nutrition

Aging brings changes to the way you eat. As your metabolism and activity level slow down, your appetite may also begin to decrease. That’s because your body simply doesn’t need quite as many calories as it did in your younger years. Aside from the effects of natural aging, some seniors may experience side effects from medications that can lead to a decreased appetite. Or, you may have problems