TELL ME, DO I NEED A JACKET?

Why High-Tech Weather Reports Leave Me Cold I don’t know about you, but when I’m getting ready for the day I watch a 20-minute weather report, and still have to check an app on my iPhone to figure out what to wear. Naturally, the app is set to give me the weather

Are You Ready to Become a Writer? Part 2

by Amy Jones Have you ever had someone tell you, “You should write a book?” or you’ve thought, “WOW! I could write a book about my …” Think back to that time and what you were talking about, the story you were telling them or your thoughts about your experiences. Jot

Rage Yoga: The New Trend in Yoga

by Ellen Blake More than just a practice, Rage Yoga is an attitude. Traditional yoga is peaceful, quiet and zen. It's benefits include an improved immune system, enhanced mood and relief from pain and stress. But this type of yoga isn't for everyone. Some feel it is too slow or that it

Want To Know the Secret to a Long Life? Live in Spain

by Leslie Farin Spain consistently ranks highly worldwide for the health and longevity of its residents. What’s keeping them kicking so long? Japan has had the longest life expectancy in the world for many years, but a new study says Spain will soon move to first-place with an average life expectancy of 85.8

How Do I Get Rid of Age Spots and Avoid Getting More?

Author: Dr. Fayne Frey, Board Certified Dermatologist Does an unsettling image of your mother or grandmother pop into your mind when someone mentions age spots? Perhaps you've noticed a small brown pigmented spot on your own cheek or on the back of your hand. After a lifetime of being exposed to the

Hungry for Another Time

by Arlen Hollis Kane "Don’t tell me you’re starving." Don’t tell me you’re starving. And certainly don’t tell me you’re starving to death. When did we stop being hungry? I ask a friend “Are you hungry?,” and the answer more often than not is “I can eat.” I know you can eat,

Finances: Women & Money

by Leslie Farin Some people still think of finances as a man’s world, but guess what? They are wrong. If you’re a woman who is not comfortable making important decisions about money, whether it’s because up until this point you’ve avoided doing so, or because your significant other controls the finances,

Are You Ready to Become a Writer?Part1

by Amy Jones Everyone has a story If this headline caught your attention, you’ve probably thought about this question at least once. You’ve also probably heard, “Everyone has a story to tell and a book inside them.” I am a firm believer that this is true. Each and every one of us

How to Overcome Exercise Excuses

By W. Cameron Tucker We all know we should exercise…why don’t we? No one said starting a regular exercise program is easy. The toughest part is finding the motivation and then committing to a routine on a regular basis. The biggest roadblock for me was always finding the time. Exercise was

A Letter to My Family

This beautiful poem was shared at a workshop I attended for The Conversation Project.. I have a copy with my will with instructions to give to my children when the time comes. I know they will do their best to care for me, but, like me, they tend to beat

Have You Had “The Conversation”?

by Leslie Farin "It's too early until it's too late" I recently attended a workshop called The Conversation Project. This grass roots initiative, founded by Pulitzer prize winning author Ellen Goodman, encourages people to communicate their end-of life-wishes. Driving to the event, I wasn't sure what to expect; perhaps a grim discussion

You Can Start a Brilliant Career at Any Age

by Ellen Blake In a recent article in the Wall Street Journal called, "It's Never Too Late to Start a Brilliant Career", these words of wisdom from Rich Karlgaard, Forbes publisher and author of Late Bloomers: The Power of Patience in a World Obsessed with Early Achievement were quoted: "Our obsession with

Contemplating Marriage Late in Life? Financial Pros and Cons

Author: Ellen Blake In a February 8, 2018 article in NextAvenue.org, Dan Browning wrote he would never remarry after his wife, Liz, died at age 53 in 2014 from complications related to frontotemporal dementia (FTD) and Lou Gehrig’s disease. The personality-altering disease was both devastating emotionally and physically challenging. Dan talks about

Books From Women About the “New” Middle Age

by Leslie Farin The Wall Street Journal published a great article on May 8, 2019 by Ellen Gamerman about women entering their 50Plus years and how they are going to do it "their way", not the way people say they are "supposed to" do it. Women readers are actively seeking honest

Garden of Herbs

Homegrown herbs add color and amazing aromas to your household while providing the freshest flavors to your dishes. Thankfully, growing your own herbs does not require an expert’s green thumb and can be grown indoors or outdoors. Here are some of our favorite herbs to grow and tips for starting

Help! Why Can’t I Sleep and What Can I Do About it?

by Ellen Blake I have a long and tortured history with sleeplessness. I lay awake for hours staring at the ceiling, tossing and turning. It's been years since I've had a good night's sleep, and my insomnia seems to be getting worse as I get older. I've tried going to bed early

Estranged From My Mother on Mother’s Day

by Amy Jones When I tell people that I am estranged from my mother, the first thing they say is “I’m so sorry.” Without going into a lot of details, my response is always the same, “its ok…it’s healthier this way.” I’ve never stopped loving my mom, however I choose to love

Mother’s Day Got You Down?

Author: Leslie Farin I have a confession to make – I am dreading Mother’s Day this year. I have marvelous memories of past Mother’s Day celebrations, but this time the holiday will be different. This year I am motherless. Both my mother and my mother-in-law, two of the most wonderful people

Looking for a Unique Volunteer Opportunity?

Are you looking to volunteer? It's a great way to get out of the house, connect with others, meet like-minded people and give back to the community. There are lots of ways to find volunteer gigs that meet your needs and are of interest to you. Below are a few

Helpful Accessibility Resources

Below is a list of helpful resources for individuals with mobility disabilities and their caregivers. Contact us with suggestions of organizations to add to the list! Accessible Air TravelAlthough air travel today is available to most people, barriers to access still exist. A passenger with a disability may encounter obstacles just to