Seattle, Washington reminds me of rainy days, cozy coffee shops, and lively city life. A member of AARP’s age-friendly community initiative, and a Pacific Northwest haven for 55+ active adults, the city offers all things metropolitan while being surrounded by lush green, hence its namesake the Emerald City. Senior living in this corner of the […]
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Being wheelchair-bound, or having mobility issues can be frustrating, and exercise might seem like the last thing someone sees themselves doing. Physical fitness is essential for elderly, and disabled individuals helping to maintain muscle tone, improve range of motion, and prevent blood clots from prolonged periods of inactivity. The good news is that seniors can […]
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I confess that I’m guilty of typical “single girl” habits like eating ice cream out of the carton (on the couch), dancing to my playlist of guilty pleasure tunes, and while I don’t own a cat, my golden retriever is the love of my life. Sure, having a man in my life someday would be […]
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For many older adults, making any changes in moving can be considered as the loss of their independence. However, this does not have to be the case. Independent living is not about staying in your home. It is about making your life easy. In order to live an independent life, you need to acknowledge your […]
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For some older adults, retirement does not mean playing golf all day and sipping iced tea at the beach. For these older adults, it means continuing working after retirement. This is because, some retirees, although they don’t want to work, do so for financial reasons. Here are some of these financial reasons. Inadequate savings – […]
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Fall is here. This means your home is going through yet another change in temperature and weather conditions. Your home goes through so many changes; you really need to conduct seasonal maintenance every season. If you have not prepared your home for this fall, here are some helpful home maintenance tips to get you, hassle-free, […]
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Seniors are quite tech-savvy these days. Give them an Ipad and they know exactly what to do with it. More than 80% of seniors know how to use the internet. If you are not one of these seniors, it’s time you got with the program. Here are a few technology gadgets you really need in […]
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It is time to put away the bikinis and board shorts and sunscreen and pull out coats, scarves, and hats. The Labor Day weekend is almost upon us, and if you have decided on a barbeque to celebrate the end of the summer, here are a few ideas for a tasty Labor Day weekend barbeque. […]
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