First State Aging Network LLC.

04/14/2023

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Moving Day® is your chance to speak up about Parkinson’s disease and move others to take action. It is a movement for change.

04/13/2023

Congregate meals benefit older Americans in many ways. This article gives more information on then and provides a link to find one close to you.

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Congregate meals bring together to enjoy meals out in the community. Learn about the benefits these programs provide and how to find one in your area.👇

04/04/2023

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The holidays can bring extra caregiver stress, but these tips can help ease the tension and highlight the joy of the season. Keep it simple, take time for you, and consider ways to simplify your holiday activities.

03/22/2023

Good mental health is extremely important. Unfortunately, older adults often “suffer in silence”. If you need help finding a mental health provider, call First State Aging Network at 302-481-9070. We will help.

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The COVID-19 pandemic has worsened an already alarming mental health crisis among older adults, who are living with rising rates of anxiety, depression and other problems. The time to act is now, with such change as a strengthened mental health workforce, coordination between mental and physical hea...

03/21/2023

When you are only cooking for one it can be very easy to skip meals, rely on processed, pre-packaged meals or fend off loneliness by bing eating. This WebMD article talks about eating disorders.

https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/eating-disorders/news/20230302/older-women-and-eating-disorders?fbclid=IwAR2TyJfRLTdmSIA4VLqh5Vph_FBJtwqpBwEIRCK4_-aR5Zz9kb-WA_3evcQ&mibextid=Zxz2cZ

Although eating disorders like binge eating, anorexia nervosa, and bulimia in older women are rarely discussed, they're a prevalent and growing problem.

03/14/2023

Scams!!! The Social Security Administration fights agains scammers everyday. The scammers instill fear in their victims which causes them to comply. This article also contains a short video including victims.

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Protect Yourself from Social Security Scams

03/13/2023

This article is from a few years ago but has good information for older women.

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Menopause is more than just hot flashes and night sweats. Understanding how menopause may impact chronic disease risk will help you ultimately make smarter choices and lead a healthier life. 

03/08/2023

This article has good information regarding strong safe passwords if you have online accounts. If you need help with online accounts, First State Aging Network can help. We are licensed and insured to help our clients.

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Your online security is only as strong as the passwords you use. Find out how you can keep your personal information better protected.

03/06/2023

$1.7Billion!!! Often times, the money cannot be recovered. Please be careful. If you need help and believe you have been scammed, contact your local authorities.

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Financial scams targeting seniors often go unreported or can be difficult to prosecute. Find out how you can stop scams targeting seniors.

03/03/2023

This week at First State Aging Network we:

1. Helped a client obtain new home and auto insurance due to a 25% increase in their premiums
2. Connected a client with an Elder Law Attorney.
3. Created an online login for a client so he could access his accounts easier.
4. Helped clients prepare for appointments with their tax advisors.
5. And much, much, more…..

How can we help you?

Call 302-481-9070 for a consultation.

03/02/2023

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It's Tax Time! Register for this event and submit your questions to the IRS by clicking this link:
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02/23/2023

AARP is a wonderful resource for individuals who are aging. This article about blood types very interesting.

Knowing your type could give clues to your risk of stroke and heart attack