Posts Tagged ‘elderly employment’
Thursday, September 30th, 2010
It is said that one out of every 5 Americans over the age of 65 has been the target in one way or another of a scam involving money. Stealing money from senior citizens, or conning them out of money, amounts to billions of dollars each year with that number on the rise. For every case of scamming that is reported, it is said that four more go unreported. And alarmingly enough, more than half of those reported cases of frauds or scams, family members or care givers are the offender.
There are now organizations in place in an effort to help catch the offenders. Once such organization is called Elder Investment Fraud and Financial Exploitation project and it was created by the Investor Protection Trust. Investor Protection Trust joined forces with several organizations to create this project. These organizations include such organizations as The American Academy of Family Physicians, the National Area Health Education Center Organization and the National Association of Geriatric Education Centers, just to name a few. A short brochure on this project is available at www.investorprotection.org.
Essentially, frauding or scamming the elderly is a form of abuse. An elder abuse project was tested in Texas where several cases of this kind of abuse went to trial and resulted in convictions. Among those convicted was a lawyer who was sentenced to 99 years in the state prison for a supposed investment opportunity that snagged mostly the elderly in his scheme.
The more of our senior citizen population that is swindled out of their money, the bigger burden they will be to the government who will have to help see to their care.
Information obtained from http://www.insidebayarea.com/business/ci_16065238
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Wednesday, September 29th, 2010
 For many years, dogs have been trained to aid the blind. Now, in more recent years, animals are being trained for other medicinal purposes such as for those with seizures and the elderly.
Therapy animals are specifically chosen to visit nursing homes, senior centers, day care centers, hospitals, prisons, and children’s homes in hopes of bringing physical and emotional comfort to people. Oftentimes, these animals are just your everyday ordinary animal who has an owner who is willing and able to volunteer their time with their pet to those in need of some sort of comfort. Ideally, for an animal to be considered for an activity such as this, the animal should be sociable, gentle, friendly, not afraid, and has the ability to get along with anyone.
Many scientists and doctors alike believe that the mind-body connection is closely related. For example, those individuals who feel isolated (as many elderly do) have a tendency to give up on life. Also, people who are sick are more likely to heal and get well if they are happy and comfortable. This is where animal therapy comes in. There are many advantages of this type of non-conventional therapy, ranging from physical to emotional.
Therapy animals have been known to:
- Lower blood pressure and cholesterol
- Increase physical motivation
- Decrease pain
- Encourage speech
- Make patients more receptive to medical treatment and eating
- Generally increase a patient’s will to live
Therapy animals affect people of all ages in a positive way. The animals bring a myriad of emotional and physical benefits to those in hospitals, nursing homes, and other places. These animals are reported to save many lives and also provide love, kindness, and comfort in the finals hours of life for many individuals.
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Tuesday, September 28th, 2010
 As people get older, body systems do not seem to work as well as they did at a younger age. This makes it important to take care of ourselves the best we can; diet, exercise, and rest will all help to keep our bodies working well. Unfortunately, sometimes no matter how well we take care of ourselves, illness and disease can take hold of us. In the elderly, it seems that heart problems are prevalent.
Here are a few tips to help keep your heart in tip-top shape:
- Loose weight~Your heart will not have to work as hard to send blood to all parts of a slimmer body.
- Avoid hard exercise~This puts a sudden pumping demand on your heart.
- Engage in mild exercise~Walking or joining a doctor approved cardiac rehab program could help strengthen your heart.
- Wear loose clothing~Wear clothing that encourages good blood flow in the legs; tight socks or hose with tight tops could slow blood flow to your legs thus causing clots.
- Avoid extreme temperatures~The body works harder to keep the body temperature normal when you are too hot or too cold.
- Avoid colds/flus~Try to stay away from those who are sick; also ask your doctor about yearly flu shots and the pneumonia shot.
- Limit alcohol~Talk with your doctor about how much alcohol is safe for you (though it should be avoided altogether) as alcohol weakens the heart; heart failure could improve if alcohol is eliminated.
- Get plenty of rest~Your body needs 8 hours of sleep a day.
- Drink plenty of water~8 (8oz) glasses per day is recommended.
- Keep legs elevated when sitting~This will help to increase circulation. Having your legs hanging down for extended periods of time can cause the blood to pool in your lower extremities thus putting you at risk for blood clots.
- Most importantly, LISTEN to your body and on days you feel well, do more and on days you feel sick, do less.
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Sunday, September 26th, 2010
 Many senior citizens are faced with a lot of free time on their hands; they are retired and suddenly, have nothing to do (or what they feel is nothing to do) for all those hours that used to be dedicated to a career.
One important thing a senior citizen must remember to do is keep their body and mind active. There are many activities and social events that can help them to do just that.
Going out to explore is a great way to get some exercise and take a look at the world around you. Have you ever wanted to go hiking but just didn’t want to do it alone? Post a message at your local senior center to get the ball rolling. You can see many wonderful sites this way such as the leaves turning in the fall, animals in their habitat, or the sun rise or set just to name a few. And it’s always much safer with a partner.
Those if hiking isn’t quite what you were thinking, there are always more laid back activities such as fishing. If you are up for a bit more than just merely whiling the day away waiting for a nibble, check out your local Fish and Game department for upcoming fishing events such as competitions.
If outdoor activities are not possible due to health problems or limitations, then indoor activities are right up your alley. There are loads of card and board games that require socializing with others; this can benefit your mental and memory skills. Many senior centers and assisted living communities have a regular Bingo night and if there isn’t one, start one! You are likely to find many like-minded individuals who are willing to play a game that fits any physical or mental ability.
Other indoor activities can include crafts such as painting, needlework, and beading, even writing or drawing. Reading books, magazines, or articles can help keep you informed and your mind active. The computer is a plethora of information on different creative topics from finding patterns to crochet to reading about the local news and anything and everything in between. Doing a simple web search can lead you to clubs and organizations in your area so that you can meet others with your interests.
Social gatherings are another way to help keep you active and also help to not feel so lonely. Everyone needs socialization. Your local community center or even church can supply you with information. Taking classes, participating in daytrips or tour groups can get out you out of the house and meeting others.
You have some free time now and it’s your Golden Years; take advantage of it!
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Saturday, September 25th, 2010
 There are many ways to help the elderly. Many are so simple, yet many people do not think of them. Take a look at the list and see what you can do to help an elderly neighbor, relative, friend, or even a complete stranger. Do something—it will make you feel great!
- Stop and Visit~Senior Citizens get lonely no matter where they are…home, nursing homes, assisted living. It only takes a few moments to stop in and say hello. It’s surprising how much of a difference this makes to senior citizens.
- Do a Household Chore~Dust a high place that an elderly person might not be able to get to safely, scrub a floor, take out the trash…the list is virtually endless.
- Read~Oftentimes, the elderly cannot see well any longer or at all and they want to know what is happening in the world. A book on tape is also a great little gift.
- Cook a meal~The elderly have special nutritional needs and often they do not think about them. When you cook the next time, take a meal to an elderly person.
- Check on them in bad weather~The elderly may not be able to get out.
- Transportation~Give an elderly person a ride to the grocery store, bank, or medical appointment.
- Play a game~The elderly enjoy playing cards and board games as it can give them a feeling of being young again. And that is an awesome feeling to have!
- Make a phone call~Spare just a few minutes for a senior citizen and see how they are doing or just say hello. It helps the elderly not feel so alone and forgotten.
- Check detectors~Make sure the smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors are in working order; replace batteries.
- Home Repairs~Check for small repairs that you could do such as patch a hole in a wall, wire an outlet, or fix a leaky sink.
This list is not all inclusive. There are many ways you can help out an elderly person. Check out your neighborhood or your local senior center to see what you can do to help!
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Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010
There are many types of frauds and scams; however, it seems that only a choice few are used against the elderly and most times, these frauds or scams occur within just a few interactions.
One such type of scam/fraud is the offender uses a confidence game. This kind of fraud does not use a product or service; instead a broad range of fraudulent scenarios are committed in order to obtain cash from the elderly. The offender could mask himself or herself as being in a position of authority (such as a bank examiner) or other type of trustworthy person. The offender then concocts a story to get the victim to hand over cash, and then the offender vanishes.
Telemarketing is another way to scam the elderly. Usually victims are called at home; high pressure tactics are used to solicit money for fraudulent charities, insurance policies, travel packages, or sweepstakes. These types of operations are designed to limit the benefit to the customer while maximizing the profit for the telemarketer. It is also designed to reach a large amount of potential customers quickly and efficiently.
Using mail operations is another way of committing fraud against the elderly. This program is designed to reach a wide audience while relying on potential victims to return a postcard or call an indicated number. The mailings look official and usually are very personalized with the victims name repeated numerous times, include authentic-looking claim numbers, and have contradictory content and make what seems like a small monetary request.
Face-to-Face contact is another example of fraud against the elderly. It involves a product or service (home repair for example) and it requires the victim and offender to actually meet either at the victim’s home or a business. For example, a contractor is hired to do a job and requires and up-front payment for services to be performed and materials for the job (such as drywall, nails, etc). The victim gives the offender a check for the amount asked for (and usually it is a much higher amount that would be normal and customary) and the offender is never heard from again. Another example of this would be the scammer gaining entry to the victim’s house by posing as a utility worker and then distract the victim while an accomplice burglarizes the home.
When doing business, it is important to do research and background checks on who you let into your home. Basically, if it sounds too good to be true, it usually is. As an elderly citizen, it a good rule of thumb to have a trust friend or family member look over offers or be at your home with you while a contractor or utility worker is there.
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Saturday, September 11th, 2010
 Family photos The face of retirement and what it means to ‘be retired’ has changed dramatically in the past few years. At one time, it was about getting affairs in order and relaxing after a lifetime’s worth of working hard.
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Thursday, July 29th, 2010
In the push to find solutions for those who are facing tougher times in the economy is a growing bid to help senior citizens find employment. There are a growing number of agencies and groups set up to help seniors do just that. (more…)
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Saturday, June 19th, 2010
In home care offers more services and options than many normally think. It isn’t just for those who are disabled to the point of losing the ability to perform all tasks. While many think of in-home senior care and think of the severely limited or disabled, in truth many otherwise find senior citizens may be able to benefit from companion care as well.
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Monday, June 14th, 2010
 Many senior are finding themselves in a position they never thought they would ever be in again. They are looking for work en masse, and while any are being hired, many others are facing a lot of hardship finding any work at all. Some are in need of a job so badly that they are going into the positions typically reserved for teens.
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