Fitness for seniors is a very important and frequently overlooked part of their daily life. Many think exercising is only for young, healthy people, but senior citizens can also benefit from increasing their overall level of fitness. Staying fit helps to prevent injury and illness, along with improving quality of life. Many seniors are hesitant to start a fitness program thinking they are too old and that it may be too dangerous for them to begin. On today?s show, we will be discussing how to get started with a fitness program. Often times, the most difficult aspect is getting start. We are very fortunate to have as a special guest, Rebecca Capodilupo from Boxborough, Massachusetts, a personal trainer and group exercise instructor for Seniors.

Many seniors, at some point, will need to move into a long term care facility. Long-term care can be very expensive and, depending on which area of the country you live, costs can vary from $10,000 to $15,000 per month. Many Americans are surprised to learn that Medicare and most health insurance plans, including Medigap policies, do not cover long-term care. For many, they will be called upon to pay for their own care. To discuss planning for long term care options and to maximize financial resources are two experts with issues affecting seniors: Cathleen Summers is an Elder Law Attorney and Dori Senerchia, a Financial Advisor and Certified Long Term Care Specialist.

As seniors age, most want to stay in their own home. The comfort and familiarity of their surroundings and the desire to maintain independence keeps seniors in their own home. Many want single level living or to build an in-law apartment but there are more simple things that can be done to help you stay longer in your current home. Unfortunately, most traditional homes are designed to meet the needs of young adults, and often modifications are required to tailor the home to meet the needs of an aging population. This episode features special guest Bill Dickinson, a Concord, Massachusetts Architect to discuss what can be done to your existing home to allow you to age in place.

Owning a pet can be very enjoyable and rewarding for a senior. They can offer love and companionship, are great listeners, and excellent snugglers. For seniors, pets may also present some special challenges. Pets do come with additional work and responsibility, which can bring its own stress. However, for most people, the benefits of having a pet outweigh the drawbacks. Whether you currently own a pet or are a potential pet owner, you should take into consideration such things as financial requirements, your activity level and physical limitations to care for a pet, your living spacing, and who will take care of your pet should something happen to you. To discuss these issues are two guest pet lovers, Cathleen Summers, an Elder Law Attorney, and Geoff Stern, a professional dog trainer.