Deb Hipp

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Deb Hipp is a freelance writer in Kansas City, Missouri. She is a former investigative reporter with more than 25 years of experience as a journalist and writer. She specializes in aging, long-term care, caregiving, retirement and a variety of other health and retirement topics.

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  • Cochlear Implants: Everything You Need To Know

    Cochlear implants can help people with severe to profound hearing loss or deafness process sound and speech more effectively. Unlike hearing aids, which amplify sounds in damaged ears, cochlear implants convert sound into electrical signals that are then sent to...

  • Your Guide To Luxury Senior Living

    Many senior living communities offer apartment-style living and daily meals, along with amenities and services like transportation assistance, fitness classes, events and activities. Luxury senior living communities, however, take these amenities and services up a notch, creating spaces that feel...

  • Expert Recommended Smart Home Upgrades For Aging In Place

    Nearly 75% of adults ages 50 and older want to remain in their homes for as long as possible as they age, according to the AARP 2021 Home and Community Preferences Survey. “Smart home” devices, appliances and technologies can help...

  • Delta-8 vs. Delta-9: What’s The Difference?

    In states where recreational or medical marijuana use is legal, cannabis dispensaries offer a wide range of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (delta-9 THC) products. Delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol (delta-8 THC)—a less potent cannabis compound with similar psychoactive effects as delta-9 THC—is also legal in several states....

  • What To Know About The Types Of CBD

    A recent Forbes Health Survey survey of 2,000 U.S. adults conducted by OnePoll found 60% of respondents have tried a cannabidiol (CBD) product and believe CBD has health and wellness benefits, including the potential to improve sleep, reduce anxiety and/or...

  • CBD And Alcohol: What Happens When You Mix Them?

    Cannabidiol (CBD) is a popular compound found in hemp plants that can potentially help alleviate anxiety, improve sleep and relieve pain, along with other purported benefits. In a recent Forbes Health ​​survey of 2,000 U.S. adults conducted by OnePoll, 60%...

  • Normal Heart Rate By Age

    One of the vital signs a nurse checks when you visit the doctor is your heart rate, along with temperature, blood pressure and respiratory rate. Your heart rate, which is measured by your pulse, is an important indicator of your...

  • Brain Food: Healthy Eating For A Happy Brain

    A nutritious diet rich in “brain foods” is essential for optimal health. Brain health affects everything from memory and other cognitive abilities to your ability to perform daily activities, maintain balance and process emotions. It affects how well you respond...

  • What Is Adult Day Care?

    Adult day care centers and programs provide a safe, secure setting for older adults who need supervision during the day or who would benefit from additional social engagement outside their home. There are more than 7,500 adult day care centers...

  • The Best Lower Back Stretches For Seniors, According To Experts

    If you suffer from lower back pain, you’re not alone. Back pain, ranging from dull and constant aches to stabs of sharp pain, is a common health problem that affects eight out of 10 people during their lifetime, according to...

  • Charlotte’s Web CBD Oil Review

    You’ve probably noticed the selection of cannabidiol (CBD) products lining the shelves of many grocery, pharmacy or health food stores. Maybe you’ve experimented with a couple brands yourself, hoping it might prove a good addition to your health routine. If...

  • Eargo Hearing Aids Review: Costs, Features And More

    On the market since 2015, Eargo hearing aids are fairly new to the hearing health technology space. The direct-to-consumer, self-fitting hearing aids don’t require an audiologist visit and cost about half the price of premium-level prescription hearing aids. Eargo hearing...

  • Hiring An Elder Law Attorney

    Elder law attorneys help seniors or their family caregivers with legal issues and planning related to aging. Elder law attorneys often assist with tax planning, disability planning, probate and administration of an estate, nursing home placement and many other legal...

  • A Guide To The Best Wheelchair Cushions

    It doesn’t matter if you sit in a wheelchair most of the day or only use your chair occasionally for doctor’s visits, shopping or other errands—choosing the right wheelchair cushion is essential to your health. A wheelchair cushion can not...

  • Phonak Hearing Aids Review: Costs, Features And More

    Sonova, the parent company of Phonak, is one of the top five largest global providers of hearing aids. Phonak offers the only completely invisible hearing aid (called the Lyric) and is known for its innovative hearing aid technologies for better...

  • Best Hearing Aid Batteries Of 2022

    Hearing aid batteries supply steady power to keep your hearing aids functioning smoothly. Making sure you have the right batteries is essential for the devices to work properly. But with so many hearing aid batteries on the market, it can...

  • Kohler Walk-In Tub Review

    For seniors with mobility or health issues, stepping over the side of a traditional bathtub can be a difficult and dangerous endeavor. One in four older people fall each year, and only half of them report their falls to their...

  • How To Choose The Best Grab Bars For Your Home

    One out of four older adults falls every year—and one out of every five falls results in an injury, such as a head injury or broken bones in the wrist, arm, ankle or hip, according to the Centers for Disease...

  • Best Home Elevators Of 2022

    In a multi-level home, aging homeowners and family members are often faced with a common challenge: stairs. Home elevators offer a great solution. Helpful to those with disabilities or limited mobility, home elevators allow users to make the most of...

  • How To Pick The Best Bed Rails For Seniors

    Bed rails can add a sense of security and safety for people as they age, especially those with mobility or agility issues. Also known as side rails, bedside rails and safety rails, they come in various styles, types and sizes....

  • Best Pill Organizers Of 2022

    As you age, it’s common to add pills to your daily medication regimen. For example, you might take one for high blood pressure, one for high cholesterol and any number of others. But managing multiple doses can be challenging and,...

  • What Are PSAPs And How Do They Differ From Hearing Aids?

    You’ve probably seen advertisements for personal sound amplification products, more commonly known as PSAPs. These products may be marketed as devices that can help you hear better in noisy restaurants, crowded public places, church or even while simply watching television....

  • An Overview Of Assisted Living

    Nearly 60 percent of seniors will need some form of long-term care, according to the Administration for Community Living. If you or a loved one could use some help with daily activities to continue living independently, assisted living may be...

  • BetterHelp Online Therapy Review

    The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting economic fallout have taken a toll on the mental health of many Americans, according to a March 2021 Pew Research Center report. Around one-fifth of U.S. adults say they’re experiencing “high levels of psychological distress,”...

  • Safe Step Walk-In Tub Review

    For seniors with mobility issues or muscle or joint pain, stepping over the side of a standard bathtub—an average depth of 14 to 20 inches—can be difficult. Maneuvering into a traditional tub can also be dangerous for an older adult,...

  • Over-The-Counter Hearing Aids: Everything You Need To Know

    Some people avoid purchasing hearing aids because of their hefty price tags: Costs for a single hearing aid range from hundreds of dollars to more than $4,000, and Medicare and most private insurers often don’t cover the expense. Not surprisingly,...

  • Different Types And Styles Of Hearing Aids

    About 48 million Americans have some degree of hearing loss, but only one in five people who would benefit from a hearing aid actually uses one, according to the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA). Some people may worry about...

  • How Much Do Walk-In Tubs Cost?

    Walk-in bathtubs are designed to make bathing easier and safer for seniors and others with mobility issues. They range from basic “soaker” models to luxury units with spa-like features. All walk-in tubs aren’t created equal—and the same goes for the...

  • Best Walk-In Tubs Of 2022

    Walk-in tubs help seniors stay safe while getting in and out of the bath, thanks to their low-entry step thresholds. Depending on the manufacturer, a walk-in tub may also come with other safety features, such as an anti-slip surface, grab...
Cochlear Implants: Everything You Need To Know
Your Guide To Luxury Senior Living Expert Recommended Smart Home Upgrades For Aging In Place Delta-8 vs. Delta-9: What’s The Difference? What To Know About The Types Of CBD
CBD And Alcohol: What Happens When You Mix Them? Normal Heart Rate By Age Brain Food: Healthy Eating For A Happy Brain
What Is Adult Day Care?
The Best Lower Back Stretches For Seniors, According To Experts
Charlotte’s Web CBD Oil Review
Eargo Hearing Aids Review: Costs, Features And More Hiring An Elder Law Attorney
A Guide To The Best Wheelchair Cushions Phonak Hearing Aids Review: Costs, Features And More Best Hearing Aid Batteries Of 2022 Kohler Walk-In Tub Review
How To Choose The Best Grab Bars For Your Home Best Home Elevators Of 2022 How To Pick The Best Bed Rails For Seniors Best Pill Organizers Of 2022 What Are PSAPs And How Do They Differ From Hearing Aids? An Overview Of Assisted Living
BetterHelp Online Therapy Review Safe Step Walk-In Tub Review Over-The-Counter Hearing Aids: Everything You Need To Know
Different Types And Styles Of Hearing Aids
How Much Do Walk-In Tubs Cost? Best Walk-In Tubs Of 2022

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