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10 Springtime Activities for Seniors

Spring is a time of awakening and rejuvenation.  Watching the earth renew itself and bring forth flowers and greenery gives us hope.  It also gives us a reason to get outside! Our elder loved ones need the chance to experience the joy that spring brings too. I was...

In Praise of the Keurig Coffee Brewing System for Seniors

About a year ago, I wrote an article here about my new Keurig Brewing System and how I had lots of trials and tribulations with it.  I finally went back to my old Grind and Brew so that I could make the kind and strength of coffee that I wanted. But last week, as I...

Preventing Falls in the Aging

Senior Citizens and Fall Prevention By Guest Writer: Ruth Rogers Every year, many senior citizens have a fall.  Not all of the falls are devastating, but many of them are. Falls can cause broken or fractured bones, loss of motor function and independence, and even...

What Do You REALLY Know About Medicare?

Beginning in 2011, one baby boomer will turn 65 EVERY EIGHT SECONDS!  This, of course will make them eligible for Medicare.  But what do Baby Boomers really know about Medicare, its coverage, and its limitations?  Do they even need it and when should they sign up?...

Three Words to Live By

For almost a week now, there has been a trending topic on Twitter that, thank heavens, is NOT related to Charlie Sheen.  It’s #threewordstoliveby I’m sure that you’re somewhat familiar with Twitter but if you’re not a participant, you may not...
Respite Care: The Act of Looking Back

Respite Care: The Act of Looking Back

Respite Care: The Act of Looking Back This is a guest post from Michelle Seitzer.  Respite is defined by Merriam-Webster as follows: 1: a period of temporary delay 2: an interval of rest or relief The word’s first known use dates way back to the 13th century and comes...