Blog
A Life Impacted by COVID-19: Bob Woodward’s Story
Bob Woodward is one of the longest recurring members of FSL’s Wellness Program through MercyCare Advantage. A 58-minute bus ride and the need for two battery packs to power his mobile scooter will not slow the significant progress he has made over the course of his visits. Of course, his
FSL Real Estate Team Delivers Refrigerators and Freezers to Housing Communities
Last week, the FSL Real Estate team provided 4,800 pounds of non-perishable dry goods to each property’s food pantry, to ensure residents don’t go without during this pandemic. FSL’s properties serve families, people with disabilities, and one of the largest at-risk populations to the Coronavirus – seniors. In providing this
Suns Charities Funds televëda Virtual Workouts for FSL Adult Day Center Seniors and Adults with Disabilities
We’re excited to announce that we have partnered with televëda to offer Adult Day Health clients exercise classes while the Stay-At-Home order is in effect. FSL clients can access the virtual workouts free of charge for three months. The partnership was made possible by funding from Suns Charities. “We know
Will Social Security Recipients Receive a Stimulus Check?
In the wake of the world’s current events, it is all too easy to lose sight of those most at risk as we clamor to ensure that we have enough and that we are staying healthy. Fortunately, there are nonprofit organizations like FSL who have ramped up their services to
Use The New Charitable Income Tax Deduction To Support FSL
The new deduction, which was a provision of the CARES Act signed into law March 27th, would let taxpayers who do not itemize take up to a $300 above-the-line charitable income tax deduction for cash donations made in 2020. So, for those who take the standard deduction, if you give
FSL is Participating in #AZGivesDay on April 7th
This year, FSL is participating in #AZGivesDay on April 7th. Since 2013, Arizona Gives Day has helped raise $17 million for Arizona’s non-profit sector, allowing people to learn about and contribute to causes that they believe in while enabling nonprofits to share their stories and engage the community through a
Consumer Fraud Alert: COVID-19
As the number of people and communities affected by the COVID-19 pandemic grows, so do the scams associated with it. Scammers use public health emergencies as opportunities for new fraud schemes, and because older adults are at greater risk for serious illness from COVID-19, they may target older populations. As
FSL on Sonoran Living
Sonoran Living spoke with Tom Egan, FSL’s President and CEO this week. Tune in to hear how Waymo’s donation is helping us during this challenging time. We typically feed 1,400 seniors and individuals each day and except the need for meals will continue to rise. We would appreciate your donations
FSL is Committed to Helping Seniors During COVID-19
Foundation for Senior Living is committed to continuing to serve the most vulnerable and seniors with compromised immune systems during this uncertain time with COVID-19. As the situation continues to change, we want the community to know, we are expecting our expenses to increase significantly. “At this time, flexible and
Long Term Care: Medicare and Simena Bill
The need for long-term care for a family member is often unexpected and finding the right options can be overwhelming. Especially when trying to determine cost and coverage from Medicare. Long term care in a semi-private nursing home on average costs $6,327 a month without coverage(1). While Medicare can lower
Taking Care of You
Feeling guilty and selfish is extremely common in the caregiving community, although it shouldn’t be. As a caregiver, making sure that your body and health are physically and mentally taken care of before anyone or anything else is important. While it is understandable that your main focus might be on
New Family Caregiver Reimbursement Program
Approximately 87% of Americans who need long-term care receive it from informal, or unpaid, caregivers. It can be financially, physically and emotionally draining to care for a loved one. However, there may be some relief in sight. The Family Caregiver Reimbursement Program recently announced new family caregiver reimbursement program details
Ways to Encourage Sedentary Seniors to Stay Active
Encouraging seniors to stay active can be a challenge. As the body ages and becomes more and more fragile, its excitement to stay active starts to decline. Many seniors, especially those who are homebound or retired, become comfortable with lounging in the comfort of their own homes. Stepping out can
Runette’s Story
Runette has had her fair share of struggles throughout her lifetime. Often times, she’s felt as though her back was up against the wall with not many options to choose from or places to run for help. That is until she learned about FSL’s Care by Design program. “FSL has