8 Bad Habits that are Scientifically Proven to be Good For You
Recently, I saw a sweatshirt that says, “Bad Choices Make Good Memories.” I am not advocating for bad choices, but I have found a few somewhat unusual psychological, personality or lifestyle factors – that could be called “bad habits” – that may have some health benefits for you. We, as seniors, are always interested in […]
Staying Safe Online: An Update on Common Email Scams
We can go along for months enjoying the wonderful tools and information that our computers and our smart phones provide, then, just as we get complacent, we are surprised by a scam email that could really create anything from a small problem to something that could be very serious. Email scams are getting increasingly more […]
Senior and Solo: Solo-friendly Experiences for Active Seniors
You may have heard about the research that states that social connections for seniors can promote good health and can lead to a long life.
Practical Gadgets and Thoughtful Gifts: Enhancing the Lives of Seniors
One of the benefits of growing older is the wisdom we gain with each year that passes. However, there are definitely some detractors, also. We may lose some physical strength, our senses may start to dull, and we may need to adjust our lifestyle to accommodate these changes. Luckily, there are some really cool gadgets […]
Helpful Resources that Make Travel Easier
REAL ID dhs.gov/real-id (Department of Homeland Security) The “one that’s ready to fly.” The REAL ID Act, passed by Congress in 2005, enacted the 9/11 Commission’s recommendation that the Federal Government “set standards for the issuance of sources of identification, such as driver’s licenses and identification cards.” The Act and implementing regulations establish minimum security […]
Before you go…..what to do while you’re here!
Thinking about and preparing for …..“after you go”… is a very personal thing. It’s a taboo subject in a lot
of families, but I believe that we all should “fight through” the uncomfortable part of this discussion
because it will make the lives of our families so much easier after we pass on.
Easy Hacks to Improve Your Memory
Even though my Senior Moment segment is to share practical tips to help seniors live their best lives –
today I do want to explore…forgetting…the traditional meaning of “a senior moment!” I’d like to share a few easy hacks to help you remember what you want to and need to remember.
Lifelong Learning
For many of us seniors, it’s been decades since we sat in a classroom or listened to a lecture. And, I know I wouldn’t choose to put myself through the stress of mid-terms and finals again! But… what if you could pick and choose a class from a long list of interesting…and even fun…. subjects? […]