What do you think of when you hear the word “fitness”? Running marathons and mountain climbing? Playing sports and lifting weights? Stretching and curling yourself into challenging positions in yoga class? Those activities are great…
Read MoreValentine’s Day is over, but if you’re a divorced woman over 50, you may still be struggling with ways to show love for yourself this month and beyond. But over my years as a divorce coach for women 50 and better, I’ve actually discovered…
Read MoreMy middle daughter’s miraculous survival and complete recovery from her year-long medical crisis and hospitalization was a huge turning point in my life. It also happened to coincide with my turning 50, a naturally big life-marker…
Read MoreThe past year has taken its toll on our mental and physical health – as well as affecting our relationships and our finances. This has left the majority of us hoping for clear signs that 2021 will be the year when we’ll finally see the light at the end…
Read MoreMany Americans are hard of hearing, to various degrees, and some Americans are deaf. For those with moderate hearing loss, hearing aids can be an essential tool to help restore hearing and maintain normal day-to-day functioning. Yet, for those with profound hearing losses, hearing aids may not be enough. These people may require cochlear implants. […]
Read MoreThe Realities of Hearing Aids A growing number of Americans need hearing aids to cover a wide range of hearing loss that negatively impacts their quality of life. But, for many people, traditional hearing aids, which are frequently not covered by insurance packages, can be prohibitively costly. In fact, they price many people out of […]
Read MoreWith their many twists and turns, the thought of trying to figure out Social Security policies can make your head spin. Myths abound about Social Security. Unfortunately, many people believe them. Sadly, these myths can cost you big time…
Read MoreAfter my husband died, I continued to wear my diamond ring on my left hand for almost a year. Then I shifted it to the right hand where I wore it for many more months. I kept moving it back and forth – left hand for a few days…
Read MoreThe loss of a loved one is one of the most challenging experiences that a person can have. Grief can be devastating, but it is also a fact of life. There is simply no way to avoid it. So, if grief cannot be avoided, what can we do? We can develop tools to help us […]
Read MoreOver 49 million people in the United States are aged 65 and over, representing over 15 percent of the population. 1.6 percent of seniors live in an assisted living facility, enjoying the freedom of their own space but with added care and assistance. The cost of this type of care varies depending on a number […]
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