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Exercise AND aging

– How to work out safely after 50

In an ideal world, people young and old exercise each day. But as men and women age, finding time to work out is not so easy.

Commitments to work and family often take precedence over daily exercise. As a result, many people 50 and over might not have exercised regularly or at all in many years. But as children grow up or even move out, people facing down their golden years are often compelled to get back in the gym.

That’s a wise decision that can increase a person’s chances of being healthy and happy in retirement. But before beginning a new exercise regimen, men and women over 50 should take heed of the following safety tips to ensure their efforts are not derailed by accident or injury.

Speak with your physician The National Institute on Aging notes that even people with chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes or arthritis can be physically active.

However, anyone with such a condition and even those who don’t fall into those categories should consult with their physicians and receive a full physical before exercising. Such a consultation and checkup can shed light on any unknown issues, and physicians can offer advice on how to safely manage any problems that may arise.

Begin with low-intensity exercises Even if you feel great and have maintained a healthy weight, don’t push yourself too hard at the start. Your body needs time to adjust to physical activity, so choose low-intensity exercises like walking and light strength training so your muscles, tendons and ligaments can adjust. Initially, exercise every other day so your body has ample time to recover between workouts.

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Exercising outside provides the best of both worlds for many people, providing a chance to get healthy all while enjoying the great outdoors. When exercising outdoors, choose areas that are not remote and where others can see you and offer help if you suffer an injury or have an accident. Boardwalks, public parks and outdoor gyms are safer places to work out than wooded areas or other places well off the beaten path.

Stay hydrated The NIA notes that many people lose their sense of thirst as they age. But just because you aren’t thirsty does not mean you don’t need water, especially while exercising. Water regulates body temperature and lubricates the joints, thereby decreasing your risk of injury during exercise.

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Exercising after 50 can help people live healthy well into retirement. But caution must be exercised when aging men and women return to exercise after a long break.

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Explaining financial plans and why you need one A clear understanding of personal expenditures and savings rates is essential for securing a strong financial future. A financial plan can help everyone from the extraordinarily wealthy to those struggling to make ends meet.

The Financial Planning Association says a financial plan identifies goals and objectives that take finances to achieve and creates a plan for making those things happen. A financial plan can serve as a road map that people can look to for years to come as they work toward securing their financial futures.

Whether you aim to retire by age 50 or to reduce your debt, a financial plan can be just what you need to turn your dreams into a reality. Here are some steps for devising a financial plan.

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Identify what you want. You must identify what you want to achieve.

Goals may include buying a home, retiring early, providing for a child’s education, or having more time and money for travel.

Putting your goals on paper may inspire you to pursue them more vigorously.

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Audit your finances. Conduct an audit of your finances so you can get a clear grasp of your current situation.

You’re never too young or old to devise a financial plan. Financial advisors can help individuals devise plans to meet their shortand long-term goals.

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Make a list of all of your assets, and then subtract existing debts to figure out your net worth. While you’re tabulating, find out how much you bring in and spend each month so you can get a clear picture of your spending habits. This will help you make smart choices in regard to spending and saving.

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Eradicate existing debt. One of the key parts of a financial plan is to pay down high-interest debt to free up money for the future. Focus on paying off credit card balances, high-interest loans or balances for other accounts where interest

is high. A debt consolidation loan may be worth exploring if you’re having trouble paying down high-interest debt.

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Start saving. Building savings is essential to reaching many goals.

It also is key to help avoid financial ruin during emergency situations, such as home or car repairs, disability that takes you out of work, etc. Start small by having a certain percentage of money deposited into a separate account automatically. Then watch it grow. Investing in the right products also can help you grow your savings.

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6 ways to make bathrooms a safer place

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Homes should be safe havens. But each year injuries in and around the home contribute to millions of medical visits and many fatalities each year.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says falls, which can result in serious injuries like hip fractures and head trauma, are the cause of 80 percent of all bathroom accidents.

Many bathroom accidents are preventable with some easy modifications.

Utilize transfer benches and shower seats

Reduce slippery surfaces

Discard old medications

Wet tile is a recipe for slick conditions.

Bath rugs with rubber backing can provide traction in the bathroom, as can nonslip mats placed on the floor of the bathtub or shower enclosure. Water-resistant flooring made from recycled rubber is another option. It is softer, less slippery and more forgiving than traditional tile flooring.

Clean out the medicine cabinet of old or expired medications, including both prescription and over-the-counter drugs.

This reduces the likelihood of medication confusion, and does not put potentially harmful pills and syrups into the hands of children.

Install lever-style fixtures Round knobs in the bathroom can be difficult to grasp, especially for the elderly or those with arthritis. Lever-style fixtures are easier to maneuver and can help alleviate scalding from not being able to adequately adjust the water temperature.

A transfer bench can help reduce injuries that occur when trying to climb over a tub wall. Benches are placed outside of the tub and a person sits and then swings his legs over the ledge. Transfer benches also can be used in conjunction with shower seats. This is a chair or bench that allows people to sit while they shower.

Install grab bars Properly installed grab bars around the shower and toilet area can provide leverage and stability. AARP says many injuries to seniors occur when they are attempting to sit or get up from the toilet. Grab bars or an elevated toilet seat can help.

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Bathroom safety should be made a priority. Various modifications can make bathrooms safer for people of all ages.

Install motion-detecting lights These lights turn on automatically upon detecting movement, making them beneficial for people who routinely visit the bathroom in the middle of the night. Adequate illumination also can help reduce fall risk.

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TLC Living Community has opened its Leasing Office at the south entrance of the former J.C. Penney store, 8702 N. 2nd St., Machesney Park, Unit B.

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TLC LIVING COMMUNITY TLC Living Community is a 96-apartment assisted living facility located on six acres in Machesney Park, Ill., Machesney Town Center, 8750 N. 2nd St. The facility offers an ideal location close to retail, shopping, restaurants, and local services.

TLC believes that you shouldn’t have to leave your community when you need extra care. At TLC, you’ll have your own private apartment, with the assistance you need, available as you need it.

At TLC, our 24/7 staff provides a full range of services so that you live the life you want to live, without worrying about maintenance. Our lifestyle services include weekly housekeeping and laundry service, groundskeeping, transportation, restaurantstyle dining, a hair salon, fitness facility, spiritual services, a library with computers and other activities.

Leasing office open We have opened our Leasing Office at the south entrance of the former J.C. Penney store (8702 N. 2nd St., Machesney Park, Unit B). Our doors face toward our new building that is under construction. We

always have fresh coffee brewed and treats.

We look forward to answering any questions you may have about TLC. We are now preleasing apartments (Independent and Assisted Living choices) Come and Jodi Stromberg see what makes TLC a good choice for you or your loved ones to consider for an extraordinary senior lifestyle experience!

Our leasing office hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. We are always available any other time by appointment.

TLC Director ready TLC is excited to announce the addition of Jodi Stromberg to the TLC Team! Jodi’s role at TLC is as the Director of TLC

Living Community. Jodi comes to TLC with 25+ years of property management, neighborhood, community development and real estate development.

Jodi was born and raised in Machesney Park. She is the third of four generations to graduate from Harlem High School.

She earned her Bachelor of Science in Management Studies from Rockford University.

She is a true advocate for strong neighborhoods and believes that strong communities begin with strong, vibrant neighborhoods and vibrant options for senior living right here at home.

Jodi also holds her real estate brokers license in Illinois and Wisconsin. In her free time, she loves to travel, spend time with her family; especially her grandchildren, and enjoys precious time at her cabin in northern Wisconsin. Jodi is a member of the Harlemites, Habitat for Humanity Selection Committee and is the President of the Leadership Council at GPS Faith Community.

Please join us in welcoming Jodi and stop by our new Leasing Office to say hello. For more information, call the Leasing Office at 815-242-2852.

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Our lifestyle options empower residents to enjoy an active lifestyle enriched with programs and services designed to meet individual needs while developing a community. Our Seniors live carefree lifestyles in a safe and secure environment where they can make great friends, partake in hobbies and interests and enjoy

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Not only is Wesley Willows a great place to live, but it is also a great place to work. We value our team members and make sure they know they are appreciated. Our team has the resources and support necessary to provide the best Independent or Assisted Living services and care possible. They are encouraged

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Among older Americans, falls are the number one cause of injuries and death from injury, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Not only are seniors more at risk for falls, when they do so, it poses a greater risk for injuries, hospitalization and complications. For a ground-up approach to fall prevention, seniors should start by examining the health of their feet.

“Painful foot conditions, such as osteoarthritis, corns, bunions, hammertoes and diabetes complications, can make it difficult for seniors to maintain balance and coordination when walking or standing,” says Michael Ambroziak, DPM, FACFAS, a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon and Fellow Member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery. “Compounding the

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Foot pain is not just a normal consequence of growing older, so don’t resign yourself to aching and suffering. You likely have a treatable condition. For a proper diagnosis and intervention, be sure to pay attention to your feet and see a foot and ankle surgeon if and when you experience pain.

Know that at times, surgery is the most appropriate treatment for a given condition.

Fortunately, many simple surgical techniques allow foot surgery to be performed on an outpatient basis.

For more ways for to keep feet and ankles healthy, prevent falls or to find a foot and ankle surgeon near you, visit FootHealthFacts. org, the patient education website for ACFAS. Foot and ankle surgeons are experts in providing both conservative care as well as surgical approaches to foot and ankle healthcare.

Examine your feet You are the gatekeeper of your own health, making regular at-home foot examinations critical. At the sign of bumps, lumps or other changes in your feet, make an appointment

Exercise Simple stretching exercises can help you maintain strength and mobility in your feet and ankles, as well as provide pain relief. Talk to your physician about appropriate exercises for you.

Protect Use padding, insoles or whatever special footwear you are prescribed. Be sure to wear these, along with comfortable, sensible shoes, every day.

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Just one fall can permanently rob seniors of their independence and dramatically reduce their quality of life. Taking good care of feet and ankles however can reduce the risk of a life-altering slip, trip or fall.

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issue is that the very exercises intended to correct risk factors for falls, such as lowerbody weakness, as well as gait and balance problems, are made difficult to perform when one is suffering from painful foot and ankle conditions.”

While the factors causing falls are numerous, experts say that seniors, and everybody for that matter, can take steps to reduce their risk by minimizing or even eliminating foot pain. Doing so will improve balance, coordination and stability when walking or standing.

Foot and ankle surgeons recommend the following ways to help keep feet and ankles healthy:

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Everyday ways to help your elderly neighbors

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Ask if a neighbor needs anything from the grocery store. Everyone forgets to buy something at the grocery store from time to time. That’s a minor inconvenience to most people, but it can have a much bigger impact on elderly people who have

mobility issues. Before taking trips to the grocery store, make it a habit to call an elderly neighbor and ask if he or she needs anything.

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Invite seniors over for dinner or other gatherings. Many seniors deal with social isolation, which occurs when they lack opportunities to interact with other people. Recent data from the Administration on Aging indicates that 35 percent of women over the age of 65 were widows and almost half of women 75 and older live alone.

Inviting elderly neighbors who live alone over for dinners, movie nights or game watches once per week is a great way to help them avoid social isolation and give them something to look forward to.

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Help with some weekly chores. Seniors living on fixed incomes may find it difficult to maintain their homes. Relatively simple tasks like mowing the lawn, taking out

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Drive seniors to religious services.

Attending religious services is important to many seniors, but those who can no longer drive themselves to weekly services may not be attending them as much as they would like.

Whether you attend such services or not, offer to drive an elderly neighbor on Sunday mornings (or whenever weekly services are held).

Religious services can help seniors stay connected to their faith and their communities, and driving an elderly neighbor to and from houses of worship once per week won’t require a significant commitment of your time.

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Thoughtful men, women and children can give back to their communities in various ways. Coaching youth sports, volunteering with local charities and donating to local food or clothing drives are just a few of the ways you can help make your community a better place.

Another way to give back is to help your elderly neighbors who may not be as independent as they once were. Such men and women may have physical limitations that compromise their ability to perform everyday tasks. People in the prime of their life take their ability to perform such tasks for granted. And while these gestures might seem simple, helping your elderly neighbors with their everyday tasks can have a profound impact on their lives.

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If your health needs change, the Wesley Willows campus offers assisted living, personal care services, Medicare-certified rehabilitation therapies, skilled nursing care, Alzheimer’s and memory loss care, respite care, and end-of-life hospice care.

Wesley Willows is a not for profit, CARF/CCAC and EAGLE accredited senior living community that has been making a difference in the lives of Rockford area seniors since 1966.

At Wesley Willows, you will put yourself in the company of equally accomplished and interesting people.

You are guaranteed the security of having complete access to a full range of support and health care in a single location. Finally, you will make your own decisions about your future.

Our goal at Wesley Willows is simple: we want you to choose confidently and live happily. We have an allinclusive tiered approach to living: independent living, assisted living, personal care and skilled nursing. Maybe most important is the care free, maintenance free lifestyle you will enjoy.

Life at Wesley Willows is what you make it. Have your friends over to your home or meet them at the Castle Town Center. If a time comes when you need assistance with everyday activities, you have the option to move into the community’s assisted living or personal care residences. If you need temporary rehabilitation after surgery or as you recover from an illness, you have skilled care available on site. Simply put, you will never have to move again, even if there are changes in your life.

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SMART WAYS to embrace retirement

How retired are you?

Retirement may no longer mean what it once did. Some retirees remove themselves entirely from the active employment market, while others prefer to keep at least one toe in the professional water.

Some retirees change fields and do parttime work. Others may volunteer their time without getting paid. Still, some choose to use retirement as an opportunity to spearhead a new business venture that may

not have been possible beforehand. Retirees should reflect on their goals, as well as their finances, and make plans accordingly.

Don’t neglect health care Retiring may involve finding health insurance and preparing for other types of health care later in life. The U.S. Census Bureau says that employment-based insurance covered 55.4 percent of the population in 2015, the most recent years for figures, followed by Medicaid (19.5 percent) and Medicare (16 percent).

Residents of other countries may be covered by government standardized health programs. It pays to know the rules of each plan to avoid unnecessary expenses that can eat into retirement dollars. For those Americans who will be relying solely on Medicare, find a counselor who can spell out the intricacies of the plan, or use the free tool on Medicare.gov.

See retirement as a beginning, not an end Quite often soon-to-be retirees focus on the end of a career or the end of a stage in life without putting enough focus on the possibilities ahead. This is a prime time to find a new social network, travel, join a ministry, and much more.

Choose your living space Retirement can be an opportunity to shed an old skin and try on a new one – especially as it pertains to housing. There are options to downsize for empty nesters or even to secure resources to “age in place.” According to United Income, a money management service, retirees should try out particular scenarios and locations prior to jumping in.

Rent in a particular neighborhood, or housesit and try things on for size. Airbnb and other types of services can make this trial easy.

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Retirement is on the horizon for a significant number of people. Around 10,000 people retire each day in the United States, according to a study by Merrill Lynch and Age Wave, a consultancy studying the cultural and economic impacts of aging. But many soon-to-be retirees are not fully prepared for life after their work life ends. Shedding new light on this next chapter can make retirement something to look forward to even more.

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Explore hospice options for end-of-life care

Hospice refers to a style of care that focuses on maximizing quality of life when facing the end stages of a disease for which there is no other course of treatment or when treatment becomes counterproductive. Palliative care is provided, which helps a patient to be more comfortable and content.

Thousands of people turn to hospice when facing a life-limiting illness. According to the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, hospice involves a team-oriented approach to medical care and pain management as well as emotional and spiritual support. Care plans are specifically tailored to a patient’s wishes and needs.

Hospice care often begins when the individual receiving care and his or her family members feel the end of life may be near.

According to Relias, a healthcare advisory organization, most patients enter hospice during the last six months of life.

Care providers are interdisciplinary. Doctors, nurses, social service providers, bereavement therapists, dieticians, spiritual counselors, and physical or occupational therapists may be included in hospice treatment.

Hospice should be discussed when doctors realize that they’re running out of treatment options to prolong life. If such discussions are delayed, seriously ill patients may not fully benefit from the advantages awarded them through hospice.

Hospice is usually paid through private insurance, Medicare or Medicaid, so there is no need to worry about cost. Various hospice services operate in different areas, and doctors and care centers can refer patients to hospice programs.

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Home security is serious business for seniors who are vulnerable to criminals.

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Seniors are often targeted by criminals.

Though many criminals target seniors from afar via telephone or internet scams, criminals seek to enter seniors’ homes. The Bureau of Justice Statistics offers that, between 2003 and 2013, the ratio of property crime to violent crime was higher for the elderly and persons between the ages of 50 and 64 than it was for younger persons between the ages of

Lock windows and doors

It may seem like common sense, but failure to repeatedly lock windows and doors can, and often does, give burglars easy entry into the home.

Think about a smart doorbell

Technology now enables doorbells to provide a video feed to a person’s smartphone or tablet over WiFi. This allows residents to see who is at the door and speak to this person without having to open the door. Some products like Ring® will even register motion activity and record short videos from outside of the house.

Get a home security system

The best protection against burglars is a home security alarm, states HomeSecurityResource.org. Such an alarm often deters burglars from breaking in.

Ask for ID

When service people or other individuals come to the door, verify their credentials by asking to see some identification.

Install a lockable mailbox

Locked mailboxes restrict access to sensitive information, such as bank account numbers, sent in the mail. Make sure retirement checks or other payments are deposited directly into bank accounts instead of having them sent by check.

Use home automation

Home automation, or a “smart home,” can be utilized to turn on lights, set the thermostat, lock doors, and much more.

Don’t share or leave keys

Avoid leaving keys under a mat or in a flower pot. Others may be watching your actions and gain access to your home while you are away.

Adopt a dog

Dogs can be an asset to seniors. Dogs provide companionship and can bark or alert seniors if someone is around or inside of the home.

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Home security is important for people of all ages, but especially so for seniors and aging individuals living alone. By following certain safety tips and developing a home security plan, seniors can feel safer at home.

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