Silver Disciples
A Resource for Our Older Adult Community



Silver Disciples

RetireGuide
This is a step-by-step guide to downsizing for seniors or those working towards retirement. Here we cover everything from finances and moving logistics to coping with the emotions that come from parting with a family home. I have also included a link to our guide to aging in place.

annuity.org/retirement/
annuity.org/retirement/planning/early-retirement/
retireguide.com/guides/downsizing-for-retirement/
retireguide.com/guides/aging-in-place/



Addiction in the Elderly
Addiction In The Elderly

It's not uncommon to develop an addiction later in life, but the health effects of substance abuse in those over the age of 65 can be even more dangerous than those in younger users.

Visit the Addiction Center website.




VA Benefits - Vision Care
Veteran Benefits
This free resource highlights VA coverage vision care such as:

  • - Routine Eye Exams & Vision Care for Veterans & Their Families
  • - Common Eye Injuries & Disorders Among Veterans
  • - Important Updates to VA Services
  • - Treatment for blind veterans
  • - VA preventive and routine care services

Also, I included a stress guide that could help veterans with PTSD. Please take a look:

nvisioncenters.com/education/vision-care-guide-for-veterans/
nvisioncenters.com/education/stress-and-vision/



Nursing Home Abuse
Nursing Home Abuse Guide
Everything You Need to Know About Nursing Home Abuse. Visit Everything you need to know about nursing home abuse for information.



Caring
Caring.com is a leading senior care resource for family caregivers seeking information and support for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones. We have been featured by AARP, The Administration for Community Living, The National Legal Resource Center, and Forbes, as well as referenced by many governmental agencies and organizations across the internet.

These guides that we created could make it easier for your members and their caregivers to discover senior living options and identify the best senior care suited for their needs. Here are the links for your reference:




Bay Aging
BayAging.org Offers a variety of resources in the Northern Neck Area of Virginia. Including Meals on wheels and other nutritional services. A transit bus to help people get to doctors’ appointments. Housing and other healthy living services.



Paying for Senior Care
payingforseniorcare.com/virginia
This is a helpful resource for financial advice and help paying for senior care.