How to Vacation as a Senior 9 Tips for Safe Travels Now more than ever, it’s important to take precautions while traveling. With a little preparation, you can make safe travels a reality. 1. Wear Your Mask, Wash Your Hands, Practice Social Distancing – No one wants to...
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Self Care Tips for Seniors
After a lifetime of caring for others, seniors may find it a real challenge to take time to take care of themselves. Yet “self care” – in the form of fitness, nutrition, hobbies, and good sleep – is the key to overall wellness and a better quality of life. 4 Self Care...
Crockpot Mac & Cheese
Mac and Cheese is a lenten friendly, quick dinner that is not only delicious but makes plenty of leftovers or feeds a crowd. Ingredients: 2 c. uncooked elbow macaroni 10.5 oz condensed Cream of Chicken soup 3 c. cheddar cheese, shredded 1 c. Gruyere cheese, shredded...
Staying Hydrated & Healthy as Seniors
Did you know seniors are more vulnerable to dehydration? The fact is, as your loved one gets older, their sense of thirst diminishes significantly. Many seniors take so little water that by the time they are thirsty, it is usually a symptom of early dehydration....
White Chicken Chili
When the weather gets cold, nothing warms the soul quite like a bowl of chili! Tender chunks of chicken, creamy white beans, cheesy broth and just the right amount of spice. Ingredients: 2 lbs. chicken, cooked, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 48 oz can Great Northern...
Slow Cooker Apple Crisp
Ingredients: 6 cups chopped apples, skin on (your choices of apples) 1/3 cup sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 tablespoon cornstarch Crisp Topping: 1/2 cup all purpose flour 1 cup rolled oats 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/3 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup butter, melted...
Fun Activities to Do After Retirement
An active retirement means engaging in activities that keep you moving and connected with others. This could be anything from fishing to gardening to playing cards with friends, to singing in the church choir and volunteering at a local organization. Our later years...
Tips to Help Fall Prevention
Older adults are at a greater risk for falls, which can lead to some serious health complications. According to the National Council on Aging, falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for older Americans. Falls threaten seniors’ safety and...
Fun & Exciting Group Activities for Seniors—That Aren’t Bingo!
Being a senior doesn’t have to mean sitting in a rocking chair. Your retirement years can be a time for fun, adventure, and spending quality time with friends and family. Need some ideas for different senior activities you or your loved ones can enjoy with friends,...
Medicare Tips for Seniors
Medicare can be a complicated program to navigate. Whether you’re just aging into Medicare or are prepping for another year of enrollment and would like to better understand the program, these medicare tips for seniors will help you simplify the process.Know What You...