The Lifeline Blog

“Cabin fever has taken hold for many Americans after a grueling year,” says Matt Thompson, director of partnerships for RVezy, an RV rental marketplace. Company research found that 63% of Americans of all ages, and 49% of those 65 and older, plan to take a summer vacation this year. Let’s take a look at the Read more >>

From childhood games to professional sports, some of Jeremy Bloom’s biggest supporters were his grandparents. They were a consistent source of wisdom and guidance and their unwavering support instilled Bloom with the confidence to pursue and accomplish his big goals and dreams. Bloom founded Wish of a Lifetime to honor his grandparents and other elders Read more >>

Tax Tips for Family Caregivers and Older Adults. You can read more useful articles and advice on our blog.

Wondering what are the most important vaccines for adults? Here are suggestions from the Centers for Disease Control. Always check with your primary care provider before getting inoculated to understand potential interactions and side-effects. Recommended Vaccines for Most Adults Over 50 1 COVID-19 Annual seasonal flu Td or Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis) booster shot Read more >>

Social media is a great way to connect with friends and others with shared interests. It’s also a helpful tool to reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness. Follow this advice and soon you’ll be a pro at connecting online. Social Media Tips 1. Choose Your Social Media Sites With so many social sites to choose Read more >>

American adults are living longer – the average life expectancy for all races and genders is 78.7 years, according to the CDC; U.S. women live to 81 1. This leaves more time for leisure pursuits like travel. As with any activity or major undertaking, seniors should consult with their healthcare providers before heading out to understand Read more >>

After a year of living under COVID restrictions, we’ve learned some new things and had other lessons reinforced. Here’s our look at key takeaways from 2020 for family caregivers and seniors. Lesson 1: Adopt Different Ways to Communicate & Socialize For most of us, the biggest lesson from year one of the pandemic was learning Read more >>

Read our Tax advice & Tips for Family Caregivers. You can read more useful articles and advice on our blog.

The best way to avoid a nasty surprise on the amount owed for tax return – or a terse letter from the IRS– is to do a rough tax projection. This process produces an estimate of what is owed so you can make smart decisions about cash flow and take steps to qualify for more Read more >>

Tax Preparation Tips for Seniors & Family Caregivers. You can read more useful articles and advice on our blog.