Wrong Place, Right Time for Life Lessons
I don’t enjoy driving, especially on crowded Florida roads during tourist season. So, I splurged on my dream car: a neon yellow Chevy Blazer which looks like a bumblebee and makes the chore of driving more fun. I confess, though, I prefer public transportation…
Read MoreWhy Are Older People Drinking More?
Alcohol use among senior citizens is on the rise. Although historically older adults were less likely to drink than younger adults, recent studies show that older adults are now drinking more frequently and in larger quantities than in the past…
Read MoreReputation: Looking After One of Our Most Valuable Assets
When we met up for our regular walk, coffee and pastry, it seemed my friend Doug wasn’t his usual relaxed, nonchalant self. So I asked how it felt to be back in his top-to-bottom newly-refurbished apartment. All along, while the major renovations…
Read MoreBest Walking Shoes for Senior Women
Walking is a great form of exercise that we can do at any age. It’s well known that the benefits of regular physical activity, like walking, can help with weight management and strengthen muscles. According to Harvard Medical School…
Read MoreBest Workout Clothes for Older Women
Keeping a healthy body and mind means adopting a good balance of eating wholesome and staying active. Active can mean a daily stroll around the block or extensive workouts at the gym – and anything in between…
Read More13 Fantastic Foods to Boost Your Brain Power (and Stay Healthy)
Staying vibrant after 60 challenges us to look at our lives with intent and explore ways to learn new skills, challenge our minds, and gain new experiences. Our brains get rewired in the process, and the foods we eat affect how well our brain and body functions…
Read MoreGuide to the Best Greek Islands for Over 60s
Is a Greek adventure on your bucket list? Did you know that Greece has over 6000 islands and islets? Of those 6000 islands, only 227 are inhabited. There’s definitely no lack of choice when it comes to choosing a Greek Island to visit…
Read MoreStrong Roots for a Strong You
I find myself drawn to big and mighty trees whose branches extend wide in all directions. I can sit for long periods of time, staring at their majesty and absorbing their beauty, strength and energy. It feels like communing directly with God…
Read MoreWhat Happens When Seniors Don’t Plan?
Do you know what happens if you fail to plan, and you become unable to make decisions for yourself? If you don’t have a valid Health Care Proxy or Durable Power of Attorney document, you may find yourself subject to a Guardianship or Conservatorship…
Read More10 Best Shampoos for Thinning Hair
In a world where hair is often considered a symbol of vitality and beauty, the experience of thinning hair can be disheartening. Whether caused by age, genetics, hormonal changes, or various environmental factors, thinning hair is a common concern…
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