A number of studies have been done on the beneficial aspects of friendships as you age. Researchers have shown how close friendships can help us to age well and live longer. Engaging in conversations with family members and friends...
July is National Picnic Month and what better way to celebrate beautiful weather than to pack a picnic lunch and spend the day outdoors with your family and friends. We all have our favorite places to go for picnics,...
As we age, we inevitably experience more loss. Loved ones pass away, friends become ill with incurable diseases. We grieve. Grieving can cause us to feel empty and vulnerable. We may feel lonely and our feelings are closer to...
Father’s Day is just around the corner and many of us are looking for unique, thoughtful gifts for our senior dads. We may be having a difficult time choosing a gift for a dad who is an active senior...
Many seniors have grown up with the idea of automatically purchasing life insurance. The main reason for having it was in case of the loss of a family member who was also the family breadwinner. Without any income the...
Mother’s Day will soon be here and families will celebrate the occasion, remembering the sacrifices their mothers have made over the years. Those with elderly mothers (some of whom are mothers themselves) may find it more difficult finding a...
With autumn fast approaching many of us get into clean up mode. The summer months tend to be those when we do less around the house and spend more time outdoors. Items begin to pile up in various rooms...
In 2012, the United Nations declared that June 1 would be the day to observe the Global Day of Parents. This day is to celebrate and honor parents and their commitment to children worldwide. It is also a day...
Travelling with a grandchild can be a learning experience for both of you. Children learn quickly and are also very observant. By finding out about new cultures and how other people live you are opening them up to an...
Adults and seniors know all about Remembrance Day. We know why there is a special day to commemorate those who died fighting for our countries. For many of us we remember the actual wars. We understand why we wear...
