Santa and Mrs. Clause came and visited our firm early to wish us a Merry Christmas! While this year's holiday celebrations may be different from those in the past, we hope that you will be filled with the same love and cheer for this unprecedented year. Our...
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In Honor of Our Veterans, We Celebrate Veterans Day!
Veterans Day is a time for us to pay our respects to those who have served. For one day, we stand united in respect for you, our veterans. This holiday started as a day to reflect upon the heroism of those who died in our country's service and was originally...
STOCK THE PANTRY 2020 FOR HVAF OF INDIANA, INC.
Severns & Howard is proud to support Helping Veterans and Families of Indiana, Inc. (HVAF) again this year by sponsoring our 2nd annual donation drive to Stock the Pantry. HVAF supports our local veterans and their families by providing a community pantry, job...
A Modest Social Security Increase for 2021
The Social Security Administration has announced a 1.3 percent increase in benefits in 2021, an increase even smaller than last year’s. Cost-of-living increases are tied to the consumer price index, and a modest upturn in inflation rates and gas prices means Social...
Keeping Up Physically with Your Young-At-Heart To-Do List – A Three-Part Series: Chair Yoga
To finish our three part series "Keeping Up Physically with Your Young-At-Heart To-Do List" today's blog introduces chair yoga. If you have never experienced the benefits of chair yoga for seniors, you’re in for a treat! Why is Chair Yoga for Seniors So Powerful? By...
Keeping Up Physically with Your Young-At-Heart To-Do List – A Three-Part Series: Balance Exercises
Article Provided by Senior Directory at https://seniordirectory.com/articles/info/3-daily-balance-exercises-for-senior-citizens Balance is essential for seniors. Without it, a fall or a strain could lead to a painful disability, or worse! That is why David Jacobs and...
Keeping Up Physically with Your Young-At-Heart To-Do List – A Three-Part Series: Back Stretches
This Article is provided by Senior Directory at https://seniordirectory.com/articles/info/three-back-pain-relief-exercises-for-seniors Dr. Michael Kaspin is a physical therapist at the Colorado Health Clinic. Back pain is a leading factor in seniors choosing to live...
Not Too Late to Redeposit Your 2020 RMDs
The CARES Act allows for the waiver of mandated 2020 Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) from most retirement accounts, including IRAs, 401(k)s and 403(b) plans. Additionally, the waiver applies to individuals who own inherited retirement accounts subject to RMDs....
July Temperatures and Heat Awareness
Due to the heat, July can be a particularly difficult time for the elderly, particularly those with chronic illnesses and/or those who take certain medications. The biggest dangers are heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Here are some things to consider: • Drink lots of...
Free Brain Games for Senior Citizens
Article by Senior Directory written by Rhianna DeVries We’re all working hard to take care of ourselves and to stay happy and healthy while we’re staying home during the pandemic. But while we’re stretching out our legs on morning walks and eating nutritious meals,...