As you age, you’re increasingly likely to develop cataracts—your eye’s natural lens becoming cloudy. Fortunately, an ophthalmologist can surgically remove the cloudy lens and replace it with an artificial one. If the cost of an eye exam concerns you, the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s Eye-Care America program may help. This national public service provides eye Read More …

Whether you’ve been cleaning your home more this year or less, chances are the heating and cooling air ducts haven’t been cleaned at all. Unfortunately, that’s where dirt, germs, mold, mildew, pet dander and other allergens like to lurk, making the system work harder, use more energy and wear out faster. Fortunately, you can get Read More …

With the recent upheavals in many people’s work and personal lives during the pandemic, you may feel that saving for retirement is harder than ever—but there could be good news to make it a little easier. The I-R-S Saver’s Credit could help you cut your federal income taxes when you save through a four-oh-one-kay, four-oh-three-bee, Read More …

The Small Business Administration says there are some thirty million small businesses in America. Lately, far too many of them have been dealing with new demands. Business–services–connect–dot–com is helping small businesses meet demands with multi-location business networks, reliable business Internet, voice, video and local support whenever and wherever they need it. Small businesses prosper with Read More …

Most medical experts agree, the COVID-Nineteen vaccine is the way to fight the pandemic, but myths about it persist. Vaccines work by encouraging your body to generate antibodies to protect against an invading infection. The most common risks of mild symptoms are outweighed by the protection offered by the vaccine.  Get the COVID-nineteen vaccine as Read More …

Heart disease is a leading cause of death for all Americans, but the death rate is higher for African Americans. Many have some form of heart disease—but it can often be prevented. To that end, The Heart Truth, a program of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, has a new free resource for community Read More …

Having a job can put anyone in a better position to build a future—including people with disabilities. To help, Social Security’s Ticket to Work Program provides free employment services to disability beneficiaries and can connect you to resources who can help you understand personal savings and money management. The program’s providers may also explain how Read More …

People are increasingly concerned about dirt and germs these pandemic days, but many are neglecting a spot where airborne contaminants can lurk: the air ducts. Even in the cleanest house, the indoor air system can recirculate contaminants. This can be a problem for children, seniors and those with respiratory or autoimmune conditions—and mean higher energy Read More …

Maintaining social connections can improve quality of life and lead to better health, which is particularly important during the COVID-nineteen pandemic. If you’re an older adult or caregiver seeking opportunities to connect with your community, contact the Eldercare Locator to find local services that can help increase social connections and reduce social isolation and loneliness. Read More …