Yearly Archives: 2023



Two grandparents sit on a couch with their granddaughter at Christmas.
The 25th of December, Christmas day, is fast approaching. Do you have children and grandchildren coming over to your house? Are friends stopping by for a visit? How will you host and entertain these visitors? Cook Delicious Food If folks come to your house for the Christmas holiday, they probably […]

Hosting Christmas


Boxes ready for a move to downsizing
Downsizing to a smaller living space is not just a physical transition; it’s a transformative journey toward a simpler and more intentional way of life. This process, particularly relevant for seniors or those seeking to declutter their lives, offers a path to both personal and spatial freedom. Planning Your Downsizing […]

Downsizing: Making the Transition to Smaller Living Spaces




Several walnuts sit in a bowl next to a nutcracker.
Did you know that walnuts are one of the healthiest snacks you can eat? They are filled with nutrients like protein, fiber, and magnesium. Walnuts are also an exceptional source of the omega-3 fatty acid, alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) from plants. A serving (one ounce) of walnuts houses 2.5 grams, the most ALA […]

Wondrous Walnuts


As a senior citizen, you have seen the evolution of the digital age. With the introduction of flat-screen televisions, touchscreen cell phones, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and so much more, technology forces us to adapt or stay in the past. Because of those dramatic changes, it can seem impossible to keep up, […]

Seniors Using Technology for Better Health and Connection





A senior couple hold hands while standing on a balcony.
CMS Medicare Updates for 2024 The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced the 2024 premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance amounts for Medicare Part A and Part B, and the 2024 Medicare Part D income-related monthly adjustment amounts for Medicare enrollees. Let’s look at some of the updates. Medicare […]

Medicare Updates 2024



Seniors learning to paint at a community center
Continuous learning is a beacon of enlightenment, proving that the notion of education having an age limit is a myth we are keen to debunk. As the golden years dawn, the horizon widens for embracing continued education, which grants benefits that extend far beyond simple knowledge gathering. Venturing into lifelong […]

Continuous Learning: The Benefits of Education for the Elderly