How to Find Charity Knitting Projects that Warm the World… and Your Heart!
As we continue to encourage positive aging here in the Sixty and Me community, we’ve discussed how important it is to maintain some hobbies that bring you joy. Read More
The Fascinating Connection Between Crossword Puzzles and Alzheimer’s
Despite the billions of dollars that have been spent on Alzheimer’s research, we still don’t have a complete understanding of how this devastating disease works. So, it may be decades before we have an Alzheimer’s cure, if one is in the future at all. Read More
Travel and Painting: A Beautiful Way to See the World After Retirement
You may have set travel as one of your retirement goals already. No doubt we have heard many express, “When I retire I want to travel more.”
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4 Surprising Benefits of Crossword Puzzles for Older Adults
Have you ever noticed how the simplest activities can bring you the most pleasure?
Take crossword puzzles, for example. There is something so relaxing about sitting down with a cup of steaming-hot tea to fill in the Sunday crossword puzzle in the newspaper. And, if a biscuit or two happen to escape from their tin and into your mouth, so much the better! After all, when it comes to enjoying simple pleasures, there are no rules! Read More
4 Things That Really Annoy Me in Our Modern World
Here in the UK we have a very funny TV show called “Room 101.” Readers may recall Room 101 originated in George Orwell’s novel 1984 as the place that subjected you to those things you fear the most. Read More
Don’t Let End of Life Planning Get You Down
There aren’t that many things that are guaranteed in this life. One is taxes and… well… we don’t like to talk about the other one! This is a shame. After all, with a little planning, our passing, while tragic, doesn’t need to be expensive or complicated for the people we leave behind. So, today, I want to talk about a few things that you can do to plan for your passing, even if you plan to live for many decades to come. Come join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More
When It Comes to Online Senior Dating, Do Women Hold All the Cards?
Have you decided the time has come to start dating again? If you have, and are unsure how to go about it, the best thing to do is talk with an expert. Professional dating coach, Lisa Copeland, discusses the one most important thing that every woman should have before she starts looking for a man. Enjoy the show! Read More
Finding Luxury Clothes Minus the Luxury Price Tag
Don’t believe the aging stereotypes… most women over 60 care about their appearance. This is the message that I give whenever I meet with someone in the fashion industry. Many of us still love to play with makeup and fashion. The challenge is finding well-made, beautiful clothing items that won’t break the bank. If this sounds familiar, Elizabeth Dunkel has some suggestions. In her latest article, she explains how to dress like a millionaire, even if you are on a budget. Come join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More
Traveling to Morocco for the First Time? Here Are 8 Fun Tips!
I’ve spent a lot of time in Morocco and I’m still happily discovering all its hidden surprises. For the first-time traveller, there are endless discoveries in a culture rich with history and African, Middle Eastern and European influences. Read More
Can Nostalgia Really Help to Amplify Dementia Treatment?
Dementia could be quite depressing for both the person who suffers from it and those who care for them. Is there a way to bring joy into a life of deteriorating mentality? Our guest today, Lori La Bey, will share with us the importance of nostalgia and happy memories when dealing with dementia. Enjoy the show! Read More