Looking for the perfect gift for older parents, grandparents, or other special seniors in your life? Many of the latest gizmos and gadgets dominating holiday advertisements do not make most seniors’ wish lists. “Be mindful about what works for the seniors within their abilities – not whether or not it’s a cool idea from a Read more >>
Many of us spent our younger years dreaming of the days when we could travel anywhere we wanted any time. Why wait any longer? “I realized that waiting for the right time to travel might never come, so I booked a ticket to Prague to experience the holiday markets this December. It’s been on the Read more >>
All anyone really wants to do during the summer is the warm weather activities, family events and travel. That’s why we collected these simple, delicious and sometimes even healthy recipes to help you take advantage of summer’s delicious bounty without breaking a sweat or missing any of the fun. Mains Tomato Pie From Jamie Dement, author of The Farmhouse Read more >>
Outdoor and Indoor Summer Activities for Seniors. You can read more useful articles and advice on our blog.
Summertime, and the livin’ is easy. At least that’s what the song says. It’s time for big events like summer travel and family reunions. It’s also time for unrealistic expectations and unfortunate (and perhaps inevitable) conflicts with loved ones. The pattern is almost as old as we are. When we’re kids, we get excited – Read more >>
Are you thinking about getting a mobility scooter? You won’t be sorry! These are lifestyle-enhancing machines that can help you rediscover a sense of freedom and mobility. But be warned, purchasing the wrong mobility scooter and using it the wrong way can make you feel more frustrated and trapped than ever. It can even lead Read more >>
Late summer and early fall are the perfect time for activities like outdoor dining. The temps are still warm, but not too toasty, and the sun’s still up late so you can linger over your meal. Here are three picnic ideas for seniors. Use them as inspiration for your own al fresco dining experience. 1. Read more >>
Your skin is your biggest organ, and it’s the only one you can’t live without. So it’s important to take care of it. But what does that mean? It means protecting your skin from the sun! As we all know, blocking the UV rays of the sun is critical for slowing down the aging process. Read more >>
We asked the experts what you need to know about medical conditions that can beset older adults in the summer months. Here are their hot-weather tips for seniors: Hot Weather Tips for Seniors 1. Heat Exhaustion and Stroke Any symptoms of heat exhaustion or stroke – flushing in the face, increased body temperature, headaches, nausea, Read more >>
Old age is unfair. Not only do our bodies become older and less capable of the things they used to be able to do easily, but our minds can diminish, too. However, remember that your brain is a muscle, too. And if you don’t use it, you lose it. Ten Free and Fun Games For Read more >>