Articles from the May 1, 2016 edition
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The Garden of Eden Had Its Critics
There's no question about it, the beautiful land that became Visalia was a travel agent's dream. Situated in a huge oak forest with meandering streams, native grasses and wild... — Updated 5/2/2016
The Hazards of a Grandparent's Home
It is no secret that grandparents play an important role in the lives of their grandchildren. From giving encouragement and life advice, to helping out as a caretaker, many turn to... — Updated 5/2/2016
Active Senior Living Gains Popularity in India
Concerns about providing the best care for aging parents is something felt in cultures all over the world, including in India, the world's largest democracy. "Should we give up our... — Updated 5/2/2016
Clint Eastwood and Morgan Freeman Top List of 'Most-Admired' Senior Americans
With the 2016 election season in full swing, two of America's most admired seniors are front and center on opposing sides of the political fence and presidential campaigns.... — Updated 5/2/2016
Millions of Senior Citizens Ill-Prepared to Live Alone
Nearly 8 in 10 Americans (77%) are worried about the safety of their parent and/or grandparent living alone or with a spouse/partner, according to a new Caring.com report. Yet... — Updated 5/2/2016
Don't Overlook Need for Balanced Natural Light
When homeowners think about improvements that can allow them to stay in their homes longer as they grow older, they may focus on things like grab bars in the bathroom or wider... — Updated 5/2/2016
Veteran's Corner
We've talked about service-connected disabilities and determining eligibility for compensation. The Veterans Administration (VA) evaluates the extent of the disability and... — Updated 5/2/2016
Senior Day in the Park Set for May 6
The Kings/Tulare Area Agency on Aging (K/T AAA) recognizes that older adults are reinventing themselves through new work and passions, engaging their communities, and blazing... — Updated 5/2/2016
Zika Virus Poses No Additional Risk to Seniors
The increasing attention given to the Zika virus has caused concern among many seniors in Tulare and Kings counties, but the disease poses no special threat to seniors, according... — Updated 5/2/2016
Survey Reports 17% of U.S. Seniors Swindled
Almost one in five Americans over the age of 65 – 17%, or nearly seven million seniors – have "been taken advantage of financially in terms of an inappropriate investment, unreasonably high fees for financial services, or outright... — Updated 5/2/2016
Tulare Senior Community Center News
Mother's Day Luncheon Sponsored by Twin Oaks Village All Mothers, Grandmothers, Sisters, Aunts, Cousins and Best Girlfriends are cordially invited to the annual Mother's Day Luncheon, Friday, May 6, at 11 a.m. at the Tulare Senior... — Updated 5/2/2016
New Site Helps Prepare for End-of-Life Decisions
PlanBeyond, a Seattle-based company, has launched a new website to help seniors and their family members educate and prepare themselves for end-of-life healthcare, financial, legal and funeral decisions. With articles devoted to co... — Updated 5/2/2016
