Seventy-two percent of a senior’s net worth is tied up in their home equity, according to the U.S. Census. Today’s caregivers—80% to be exact—often inherit the responsibility of managing and settling their loved one’s estate after they have passed away.
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Prepare for Medicare Changes in 2019
When are you turning 65? Providing unbiased health insurance counseling is what Sourcewise Health Insurance Counselors do best: helping older adults and their companions to understand Medicare.
Handle the Summer Heat
Older adults may be adversely affected when temperatures climb above 90 degrees Fahrenheit, especially when combined with age-related health conditions and medications.
Siblings Find How to Manage Parental Caregiving
Nearly 40 million unpaid adults provide care for seniors aged 65 and older in the U.S.; with nine out of ten in this group providing care for an aging parent.
James Transitions from Catering to Office Management
At age 68, James George—previously a caterer—had a desire to gain office experience.
Sourcewise Provides Critical Services
As the designated Area Agency on Aging for Santa Clara County (SCC), Sourcewise continues to focus on improving access to support services for older adults, caregivers, and individuals with disabilities.
Danice & Tom Picraux Dedicate Their Time to Working on Behalf of Seniors
When Danice and Tom attended their first Sourcewise Advisory Council meeting in 2015, they were impressed with the in-depth discussion regarding senior issues.
Older Americans are Engaging at Every Age
Across the country, a growing population of older Americans is sharing their wisdom with future generations.
Learn the Signs of Elder Abuse
One in six seniors aged 60 and older has experienced some form of elder abuse within the past year, as of January 2018.
Plan Now for a Secure Future
Many people expect to stay in their homes as they get older but have not made plans to accomplish this goal.