Resources for Seniors And The Disabled
Hardship – unfortunately! – takes on many forms. Aging and disability are some of them. On this page One Human Community lists some helpful resources for seniors, persons with disabilities and their families.
Hardship – in any form – is a challenge. The right information will help make yours and your loved ones’ lives a little easier.
The Medicare information has been provided by Nicole Matson, Outreach Coordinator of Retire Guide.
All you want – and need! – to know about Medicare. Coverage, Medigap and a lot more. (There is even a way to contact Medicare hassle-free!)
Medicare Coverage for the Disabled explained. Did you know that if you received Social Security Disability Insurance for at least 24 months, you might qualify for Medicare even before you turn 65? I didn’t! There is plenty more helpful information on Medicare Coverage for the Disabled to be found here: https://www.retireguide.com/medicare/coverage/conditions-and-treatments/disabilities/
Entertainment Resource Guide for Seniors contributed by Lainey Thomas
Check it out! Especially now, when we’re struggling with the pandemic and many are confined to their homes, I highly recommended the section on Social Networks For Seniors and Virtual Tours And Museum Visits. You don’t have to leave your home to socialize or…. travel! Stay safe AND entertained! https://seatup.com/blog/entertainment-for-seniors/
The following resources were contributed by Susan and Margaret from Getting to Wellness.
Planning for the Future for Seniors with Special Needs
https://www.onereversemortgage.com/blog/2017/03/special-needs-seniors-planning-for-the-future-of-this-vulnerable-population/
Home Organization for Newly Disabled Seniors
http://www.yourstoragefinder.com/home-organization-for-newly-disabled-seniors
Legal Guide for Newly Disabled Seniors
https://www.justgreatlawyers.com/legal-guide-for-newly-disabled-and-disabled-seniors
Teaching the Art of Cooking to People with Disabilities
https://community.lincs.ed.gov/discussion/teaching-art-cooking-people-special-needs
Assistive Technology Buying Guide
https://www.retailmenot.com/blog/assistive-technology-buying-guide.html
Should They Stay or Should They Go: Selling a Home with Modifications
https://www.homecity.com/home-modifications-and-selling-your-home
Resources for Traveling with Disabilities
http://sath.org/disability-travel-websites
Hobbies and Activities for Special Needs
http://www.cerebralpalsy.org/information/activities
More helpful resources were added by Jennifer MG from the Public Health Library (http://publichealthlibrary.org)
How to Remodel for Accessibility
https://www.angieslist.com/articles/how-remodel-accessibility.htm
Developing Your Blind Child’s Sleep Schedule
http://www.wonderbaby.org/articles/sleep-schedule
How to Exercise if You Have Limited Mobility
https://www.helpguide.org/articles/healthy-living/chair-exercises-and-limited-mobility-fitness.htm
Healthy Eating Advice for Wheelchair-bound People
http://www.healthyeating.net.nz/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/fact-sheet-advice-for-wheelchair-bound-people.pdf