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10 Bathtub & Shower Aids for Seniors With Limited Mobility

Luckily, there are some tools that, depending on your needs, can help you keep private moments private just a little bit longer.

10 Merry Ways for Older Adults to Celebrate Christmas Alone

Spending Christmas alone doesn’t mean you have to be alone. Here are a few tips on making a solo holiday a happy one.

Christmas Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List

Do you still have to do a little last-minute holiday shopping? Here are a few Christmas gift ideas for everyone on your list!

When Long-Run Emotional Spending Is Not Soothing

Who hasn’t indulged in retail therapy? Case in point: the 48 pairs of shoes in your closet, of which only three pairs are comfortable enough to actually wear. Emotional spending is nearly always a mistake. The adrenaline rush lasts about as long as it takes to walk to the car. The feelings of guilt and remorse set in soon, sending your emotions on yet another wild ride.

senior woman sorting shoes in her closet

The History of the Social Security Number

People sometimes ask me who got the first Social Security card. They are also curious what the lowest Social Security number ever issued was—and who got it.

Last-Minute Gardener Gifts

We are down to the last week of shopping for Christmas presents. I have a few last-minute gift ideas that you can still get by shopping locally!

What is Medicare’s General Enrollment Period?

Beginning January 1st, 2023, Medicare’s General Enrollment Period (GEP) rules changed. But what does this mean for you?

No-Cost Ways to Drift Off to Sleep That Don’t Involve Sheep

Ah, sleep – that elusive friend we all need but sometimes can’t seem to find. I don’t know about you, but I’ve spent plenty of nights staring at the ceiling, wondering why my brain insists on replaying every awkward thing I’ve ever done instead of letting me snooze. The good news? You don’t need fancy gadgets, pricey pillows, or lavender-scented contraptions to get some shut-eye.

senior adult man can't sleep because of insomnia

10 Little-Known Christmas Facts That Will Surprise You

If you want to impress your friends this holiday season, you might need to add a few obscure factoids to your trivia repository. Here are 10 that might surprise you!

Does Medicare or Medicaid Cover Hospice?

With over 65,748,297 older adults on Medicare, it’s not a stretch to imagine some of those recipients may eventually need hospice care. But does it cover hospice?

‘Hilarious’ Wife Makes Light of Husband’s First Colonoscopy

What’s so funny about a colonoscopy? Just ask my wife!

How to Choose a Hospice Care Program

Here’s what you should know about hospice care, along with some tips to help you choose one.

11 Essential Resources for Caregivers

Planning for an uncertain future can feel downright overwhelming – like trying to pack for a trip without knowing the destination. Whether you’re making arrangements for elderly parents or figuring out your own plan, I am confident that the following books, websites, and organizations will give you the kind of help, support, and information you need.