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Do you know older adults in your community? Are you wanting to stay involved with them and help them during stressful times, for example, COVID-19? Did you know that you can help them? When you come in contact with older adults you can wear face coverings and keep at least a distance of six feet. This Tuesday, can we help you answer your questions about helping the older adults in your community? Do not hesitate to contact us. #OdenskyLaw #TuesdayTips #Ageinplace #HealthCarePlanning #PlanForward #Wills #Wills&Trusts #Trusts #TrustPlanning

Hunger doesn't take a summer vacation.... ❗ 13.4 million children lived in households that experienced food insecurity in 2022, up 44.6% from 2021, with higher rates in the southern region of the US. Yet 14 states have rejected federal dollars that would give low-income families a $40-per-child monthly benefit to cover groceries and food from farmers’ markets - only - when schools close for the summer. Those states are : Alabama, Alaska, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Iowa, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Vermont and Wyoming. As a South Carolinian, I'm beyond frustrated at this decision! Reasons for opting out is grounded in reasons that are far from substantial. For example: 👉 Wyoming Superintendent Megan Degenfelder argues the summer meal program is sufficient - when in fact, it reaches only one of every nine children, with some counties having no options at all. 👉 Iowa’s Gov. Kim Reynolds said “An EBT card does nothing to promote nutrition at a time when childhood obesity has become an epidemic,” when, science shows, childhood obesity and malnutrition are two sides of the same coin, with food insecurity as the root cause. There is no excuse for children in this country to go hungry when solutions exist.  Urge your state - and others - to participate in Summer EBT. Hungry children can't wait. #summer #nutrition #obesity https://lnkd.in/e4eg7RZP

🔎 Resource Highlight: Meals on Wheels! 🥪🍊🚐 ️Keeping Seniors Nourished and Connected SilverLink is proud to highlight Meals on Wheels, a vital program that goes beyond just delivering food. It's a lifeline for many seniors in our community. Meals on Wheels ensures seniors have access to nutritious meals, promoting their health and well-being. But the benefits extend far beyond the plate. Friendly volunteers who deliver the meals often provide a much-needed social connection for homebound seniors, combating feelings of isolation and loneliness. This human connection can be just as vital as the food itself, allowing seniors to feel supported and valued. Ultimately, Meals on Wheels empowers seniors to maintain their independence and age comfortably in their own homes. It's a program that nourishes bodies and nurtures spirits. Find your local Meals on Wheels program: https://lnkd.in/emkg9PrC Looking for more senior care resources? Explore SilverLink's directory and find the support you need! https://lnkd.in/eDm3Rxyy #silverlink #seniorcare #eldercare #caregivers #caregiving #resourcesforseniors #mealsonwheels

Elder care remains a pressing issue nationally and globally, with recent data painting a concerning picture. In 2021, four out of five seniors in need of meal assistance went without, while 3.6 million low-income older adults faced food insecurity, marking 18% of this demographic. These statistics emphasize the critical need for increased support and resources for our elderly population. The challenges are significant, and solutions are not readily apparent. #ElderCare #SeniorSupport #CommunityAssistance

Why America Is Failing To Feed Its Aging 12 MINUTE READ When Army veteran Eugene Milligan fell off a charity’s rolls for home-delivered Meals on Wheels because of a long stay in the hospital last winter, he had to rely on others such as his son, a local church and a generous off-duty nurse to bring him food.Andrea Morales for Kaiser Health BY LAURA UNGAR & TRUDY LIEBERMAN / KAISER HEALTH NEWS AUGUST 28, 2019 8:00 AM EDT A rmy veteran Eugene Milligan is 75 years old and blind. He uses a wheelchair since losing half his right leg to diabetes and gets dialysis for kidney failure. And he has struggled to get enough to eat. Watch more from TIME Click to unmute Bed Bugs Aren’t Just a Problem in Paris. Here’s Why play_arrow skip_next volume_off fullscreen Earlier this year, he ended up in the hospital after burning himself while boiling water for oatmeal. The long stay caused the Memphis vet to fall off a charity’s rolls for home-delivered Meals on Wheels, so he had to rely on others, such as his son, a generous off-duty nurse and a local church to bring him food. “Many times, I’ve felt like I was starving,” he says. “There’s neighbors that need food too. There’s people at dialysis that need food. There’s hunger everywhere.” PAID CONTENT Market Trends with New York Stock Exchange President, Lynn Martin BY NYSE Indeed, millions of seniors across the country quietly go hungry as the safety net designed to catch them frays. Nearly 8% of Americans 60 and older were “food insecure” in 2017, according to a recent study released by the anti-hunger group Feeding America. That’s 5.5 million seniors who don’t have consistent access to enough food for a healthy life, a number that has more than doubled since 2001 and is only expected to grow as America grays. While the plight of hungry children elicits support and can be tackled in schools, the plight of hungry older Americans is shrouded by isolation and a generation’s pride. The problem is most acute in parts of the South and Southwest. Louisiana has the highest rate among states, with 12% of seniors facing food insecurity. Memphis fares worst among major metropolitan areas, with 17% of seniors like Milligan unsure of their next meal.

Amidst the holiday rush, take a moment to be patient with aging loved ones. It is important to let them enjoy the season at their own pace. Learn more tips for celebrating with older parents and grandparents in this article we want to share with you this Tuesday. #PaulRiffel #TuesdayTips #FestiveFun #LTCActivities #SeasonsGreetings #LTCWarmWishes

Amidst the holiday rush, take a moment to be patient with aging loved ones. It is important to let them enjoy the season at their own pace. Learn more tips for celebrating with older parents and grandparents in this article we want to share with you this Tuesday. #PaulRiffel #TuesdayTips #FestiveFun #LTCActivities #SeasonsGreetings #LTCWarmWishes

Seniors need to be more aware of overheating and heat stroke because their bodies don’t adjust to high temperatures as well and they're also more likely to be dehydrated. Seniors with Alzheimer's disease or dementia are at even greater risk because they may not be aware that they're overheating or know what to do to cool down. To keep seniors safe and comfortable, we’ve rounded up 10 practical, senior-friendly ways to help them stay cool indoors. Find out more at https://lnkd.in/gpNhdZJ #seniorcare #caregiving #heatstroke #heatillness #heatwave

#NewBlog 𝑰𝒏𝒗𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝑪𝒉𝒊𝒍𝒅 𝑪𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑭𝒆𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒍 𝑭𝒐𝒐𝒅 𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒈𝒓𝒂𝒎 𝑨𝒓𝒆 𝑬𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒂𝒍 𝑰𝒏𝒈𝒓𝒆𝒅𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝑯𝒐𝒎𝒆-𝑩𝒂𝒔𝒆𝒅 𝑪𝒉𝒊𝒍𝒅 𝑪𝒂𝒓𝒆’𝒔 𝑲𝒊𝒕𝒄𝒉𝒆𝒏 𝑬𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒎𝒚 "The Child Care Nutrition Enhancement Act may be just the appetizer for the hearty meal of child care funding that’s needed to save America’s economy. Still, it’s an essential first bite that will cushion child care providers like Tammie and Shalicia who, beginning with their October reimbursement checks, will hit the hard reality of rising food costs and lower reimbursements." Read more ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/ePN-m-A2

Look out for your aging neighbors! If you notice mail piling up or unanswered calls, it might be a sign they need a little extra care. A simple check-in can go a long way. Here are a few tips.