Seniors these days are just not satisfied sitting in one place and knitting socks! They want to be active adults and do things, go places, and basically, live full lives. And we say great going! It is the Baby Boomers that are coming into the seniors age group currently and BBs are a unique generation […]
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Retirement is the time you get to do what you have always wanted to do. You are settled, both financially and professionally, and free from all the responsibilities of bringing up children. This is the time to explore your hidden talents and be praised for them. So, what do you think you like to do? […]
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Is this for real? Is it really necessary to find some hobbies to keep ourselves occupied? Sigh….. yes, I guess. There are advantages to hobbies. Hobbies can help you to while away time in good weather and bad. Hobbies help you learn new things. Hobbies keep us occupied. However, finding hobbies, at our age, can […]
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55+ seniors suffer from a myriad of health issues. These can include heart disease, arthritis, osteoporosis, eye problems, Parkinson’s disease, etc. Diabetes is also a health issue you may encounter. Many 55+ seniors do not understand the serious repercussions of diabetes. They ignore the diagnosis and go about their lives hoping the problem will go […]
Continue ReadingMacular degeneration, the gradual loss of central vision, is one of the leading causes of blindness among 55+ seniors. Macular degeneration occurs in two forms. These are dry macular degeneration and wet macular degeneration. There is no cure for dry macular degeneration and it occurs gradually. Wet macular degeneration occurs quickly and treatment is necessary […]
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Did you know that living near the ocean has a number of health benefits, especially for those entering the 55+ age phase in life? The sound of the waves itself is known to relax the mind and take away the stresses of life. This form of relaxation is better than the relaxation you will get […]
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Dementia is something we all worry about as we age. It is said to be quite common among adults over the age of 65. We have heard horror stories about how people with dementia are unable to enjoy life and need constant supervision etc. So, I was reading up on this problem, recently, and came […]
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Have you noticed when you pass 50+ our list of medications increases with every passing year? First, we start with medication for managing HP and heart conditions and then move on from there to medication for arthritis, bladder issues, digestion problems, etc. Well, let me add another medication to this long list. How about diabetes […]
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