As we age, it becomes even more crucial to take care of our oral health. Dental care for senior citizens can be difficult to navigate, since routine dental care is not covered under Medicare, and sparse funds may limit plan coverage. … [Read more...]
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Helping Seniors Smile: DDID’s GrinWell for You Program
It’s a new year and Delta Dental of Idaho is pleased to announce our newest Community Outreach program – GrinWell for You. It’s designed to provide FREE dental services to low-income seniors. We’re now accepting applications for up to 300 limited-income seniors living in … [Read more...]
Dry Mouth for Seniors
C. S. Lewis once wrote, “How incessant and great are the ills with which a prolonged old age is replete.” Indeed, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that about 4 out of every 5 older adults suffer from a chronic condition, and half have at least … [Read more...]
Are you 60 or over and need free dental care? 2021 Applications are open now
We at Delta Dental of Idaho know how financially tough it is for many right now; it can be especially tough for older adults 60 years of age or older. We are here to help. As a non-profit organization, one of our primary goals is for access to dental care to be available to all … [Read more...]
5 Behaviors to Age Gracefully
Guess what you and fine wine have in common? That’s right, you both get better with age! Getting older doesn’t have to be something you dread. Here are some simple tips for aging gracefully: 1. Move More One of the secrets to aging gracefully is regular exercise. … [Read more...]