Senior Living News

5 Common Tax Credits, Deductions or Exemptions for Colorado Seniors

It's getting close to tax season again, and if you're an older adult who still has to report an income to the Internal Revenue Service or owns property in Colorado, you might wonder if there are ways to save on your tax bill this year. Taxes can be complicated, and that doesn't change with retirement. If you're not sure if you need to file taxes or what credits and deductions you can claim, it may be a good idea to consult with a tax professional. You might also use tax preparation software that walks you through the process and asks questions to help determine whether you should claim certain expenses. Make sure you're prepared for tax season this year by starting with some basic information about common deductions, credits and exemptions for seniors in Colorado below.

6 Tips for Preventing Falls While Staying Active

‍According to the CDC, falls are a serious concern for people of all ages, and especially for older adults. Each year, over 3 million seniors fall in some capacity, and more than 800,000 require hospitalization as a result. Falls are the leading cause of traumatic brain injury (TBI), and each year, more than one in four seniors experiences a fall of some kind. Worse still, falling once doubles your chances of falling again. It’s a serious issue that flies mostly under the radar for many people; in fact, many seniors don’t even tell their doctors about their fall.

6 Ways to Read More This Fall

Some readers may have high ambitions for this reading season, mostly if they need to catch up on a Goodreads reading goal! Here are ways to read more this fall

Collinwood: 5 Toys To Buy Your Grandkids

Whether it be a gift for the holidays or a birthday, what better way to encourage play than with toys? Here are some toys your grandkids are sure to love!

7 Summer Gardening Tips for Seniors

Summer is a great time for gardening because it gives you the chance to enjoy lots of sunshine and warm weather. Here are summer gardening tips for seniors

7 Brain Games to Support Cognitive Function as You Age

Cognitive decline is a natural part of aging, but you can likely stave off and reduce some of the effects. Staying as sharp as a tack may be as simple as enjoying some games. Whether you play with fellow Collinwood assisted living community residents, family or online, brain games hold many benefits.

How Much Sleep Do You Need as an Older Adult?

Did you know that 8 hours of sleep a night is not the optimal amount for every person? How much sleep you need for optimal functionality and health actually depends on a variety of factors, including your age, overall health and what you do during the day. Find out more about how much sleep you should be getting as an older adult, what some barriers to sleep are for seniors and how to improve your sleep.

What to Know About Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) and How to Get Yours

For those who don't know, Emotional Support Animals, or ESAs, are pets that offer mental and emotional comfort to owners who require their company on a daily basis. Although a service dog is the most common type of pet among ESAs, it's possible to request that cats or less common animals become ESAs if they appear to significantly improve your overall mood and mental health.

6 Tips to Maintain Senior Medication Routines

You can probably remember a time when you, your family or your caregiver forgot about your medications. It's easy to get caught up in the activity around you and forget to take your medication—this is true for people of all ages. But for many prescriptions to be effective, a consistent medication routine is required. Keeping track of your medication is important for maintaining your health in a safe way. Here are six tips to help you establish a proper medication routine.