The many ways to prepare potatoes are out there for the finding, so don’t resort to the potato prep you were raised on — try something new. We experimented with a few ideas to get you inspired beyond mashed and baked for this fall season. The Hasselback – Slice ‘Em We thought this would be […]
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Recovering At Home – What Are Your Options?
Recovering from an illness, injury or surgical procedure is difficult for anyone, but for those 65 and older, the process can be long and arduous. The choice to recover at home or at a transitional rehab center is not easy, especially for seniors who live alone and can’t count on family or friends for help. […]
Two Easy Caregiving Tips That Can Make A Big Difference
Here are a couple of ideas that will help your loved stay healthy and move through their days comfortably. Make exercise a priority. Physical activity may be a challenge when mobility is limited; however, Amy Southworth, director of nursing and case management at Home Instead Senior Care, has provided practical tips to overcome inactivity in […]
Activities
Actively Seeking The Sun
In the fall of 2025 my husband and I took a trip with a cycling group to Acadia National Park in Maine. The planning started about a year before it happened. It was worth the wait! We were reminded that one of the greatest joys of traveling is connecting with others. I’m excited to share […]
Rent A Perfect Day Before Summer’s Last Hurrah
What do you do when you want to have fun, but not at the expense of a major investment? An in-ground pool, for example, can start in the $50,000 range, while the cost of a brand-new fifth wheel recreational vehicle can range between $40,000 and $175,000. The answer is to rent your fun! Rent lodging […]
Health & Fitness
Actively Seeking The Sun
In the fall of 2025 my husband and I took a trip with a cycling group to Acadia National Park in Maine. The planning started about a year before it happened. It was worth the wait! We were reminded that one of the greatest joys of traveling is connecting with others. I’m excited to share […]
Fitness + Friendship = Pickleball
If you haven’t yet found a way to be active while also being social, you can double your gains if you combine the two. We all know moving keeps us healthy, but the social aspects have been proven to make at least as much of a difference in our well-being as exercise. Check out these […]
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Recovering At Home – What Are Your Options?
Recovering from an illness, injury or surgical procedure is difficult for anyone, but for those 65 and older, the process can be long and arduous. The choice to recover at home or at a transitional rehab center is not easy, especially for seniors who live alone and can’t count on family or friends for help. […]
Two Easy Caregiving Tips That Can Make A Big Difference
Here are a couple of ideas that will help your loved stay healthy and move through their days comfortably. Make exercise a priority. Physical activity may be a challenge when mobility is limited; however, Amy Southworth, director of nursing and case management at Home Instead Senior Care, has provided practical tips to overcome inactivity in […]
Actively Seeking The Sun
In the fall of 2025 my husband and I took a trip with a cycling group to Acadia National Park in Maine. The planning started about a year before it happened. It was worth the wait! We were reminded that one of the greatest joys of traveling is connecting with others. I’m excited to share […]
Rent A Perfect Day Before Summer’s Last Hurrah
What do you do when you want to have fun, but not at the expense of a major investment? An in-ground pool, for example, can start in the $50,000 range, while the cost of a brand-new fifth wheel recreational vehicle can range between $40,000 and $175,000. The answer is to rent your fun! Rent lodging […]
Nourish Your Skin
As we age, our skin changes in ways that can leave us feeling less confident in our appearance. Over time, the skin’s production of collagen and elastin — proteins that keep the skin firm and supple — slows down. At the same time, our natural moisture barrier weakens, resulting in dryness and a loss of […]