Say what you will about getting older—you can’t deny that it comes with some great discounts! From movie theaters and museums to restaurants and hair salons, many businesses offer lower prices for children, students, and seniors. The key is knowing where to look. To make it even simpler for you to save money, today we’re …
Are you hoping to retire in Tennessee? If so, be sure to check out Collierville, a small town located outside Memphis. Filled with small historic homes as well as more recent residential and retail expansion, Collierville is full of things to see and do. In fact, its historic town square was given the title “Best …
Winter wonderlands: as beautiful as they are, they don’t come without a few hazards. Heavy snowstorms, slick ice, and freezing temperatures all make for poor living conditions. Below are some of the most important winter safety tips for seniors. This season, whether you’re a senior yourself or are looking out for your loved ones, there are …
Before you learn your first words, you can laugh. It’s humans’ universal, timeless language! A good chuckle makes you feel great in the moment and has more long-term health benefits. This becomes even more important when we age. In our sunset years, some of us lose sight of how wonderful it is to giggle. If …
When you reach your sunset years, your estate plan becomes more important than ever. Your estate plan will detail your wishes regarding a number of crucial financial and medical decisions. For example, who would you like to receive your assets and property after you pass away? If you become incapacitated, whom would you like to …
A lapse of memory is not inherently concerning. After all, people of all ages forget things every day. Where did you leave your car keys? When is your next dentist appointment? What ingredients do you need to purchase at the grocery store? Our brains can’t retain the mounds of information we shove inside them, so …
Bunions can be painful and frustrating. The condition is caused when the joint at the base of the big toe (the metatarsophalangeal joint) becomes unstable and moves out of place. The toe shifts inward and the foot’s first metatarsal bone shifts outward, creating a misalignment. Because most shoes don’t accommodate this irregularity and create pressure, the joint can …
Fashion can bring you confidence, improve the impression you make on others, and allow you to express your creativity. Although clothing has a very practical and necessary purpose, it also brings joy to so many people. And if you look back on your life, you can probably think of several garments that have meant something special to …
Identity theft is a serious issue. Having your financial or medical information stolen and exploited can be—at best—a messy inconvenience; at worst, it can destroy pieces of a life. And while this problem affects all demographics, seniors may be especially at risk. We’ll discuss some of the most important identity theft protection tips for seniors …
No matter what your age, owning a pet can improve your life and your happiness. Research has confirmed this time and time again, through a variety of pet-based studies (source). Seniors, with their unique medical and psychological concerns, are especially impressionable when it comes to the love offered by a friendly dog or cat. Although pet …