There’s no denying the vital roles friendship plays at all stages of life. We learn from our friends, have fun with them, confide in them, celebrate our successes and victories with them and rely on them for emotional support when life challenges us. Friendship also benefits us mentally and physically, research shows. Friends help us […]

With countless opportunities for having a good time in and around our community — and more time to engage in all of those adventures and activities —  independent living may be just what you’re looking for. Ready to do some preliminary exploring? Let’s go! What Is Independent Living? Many senior living communities, including ours, offer […]

Ask any 10 people what they consider a healthy diet, and you’ll probably get 10 very different responses. Unless the 10 people you ask are nutritionists or dietitians, of course. If you’re familiar with the general guidelines for good nutrition, then you probably know these basics: Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables Choose whole grains […]

If you spend most of your time sitting, you probably already know that’s not good for you. Research shows a sedentary lifestyle can increase your risk for type 2 diabetes, heart disease, certain types of cancer, high blood pressure, obesity, osteoporosis, depression and other conditions. That’s the bad news. The good news is even small […]

As people of all ages spend more time online, scammers and hackers are becoming more sophisticated. Consumers reported losing almost $9 billion dollars in scams last year, according to data released by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) — an increase of more than 30% compared with 2021. Online shopping was among the top five types of […]

You may have thought that life coaches are only for people who want help advancing their career or those experiencing some sort of existential angst. The truth, however, is that life coaching can benefit people in all walks of life — including older adults who are approaching retirement or have already achieved that milestone. In fact, […]