Whether you’re eight or eighty, everyone loves a little fun in the sun. Unfortunately, the high temperatures and radiant sunlight in summertime can cause health concerns as well. To enjoy the season without putting your health and safety at risk, you will need to take a few precautions and prepare yourself accordingly. Summer safety for seniors involves …
As a senior, you’re lucky to be in one of the few demographics that is consistently offered discounts by a variety of different stores and organizations. Along with children, students, and members of the military, you can save a lot of money if you know where to look. However, you will need to do a …
No matter what your age, it is always worthwhile to embrace the opportunities available in your community. So today, we want to encourage our seniors in the Memphis and Collierville area to explore the services offered by the Aging Commission of the Mid-South. This organization is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of …
We live in a world filled with options. On a simple trip to the grocery store, we’re confronted by hundreds of cereals, a barrage of beef products, and at least fifty types of toothpaste! Our ancestors would likely find this both amazing and perplexing—do we really need to choose between ten different brands of water?—but …
Who says you have to be young to be hip to the trends? Trends reflect the general direction to which something is changing, and they’re used to analyze a variety of industries and fields, from fashion and music to politics and education. Exploring trends is a great way to reflect on the past, remain mindful in …
The grass is always greener on the other side, they say. As children we often yearn to “grow up” and become adults, but once we reach adulthood, we long for the carefree days of our youth. This is especially true in the later years of life, when our minds and bodies begin to show their age. However, even …
As humans we lose things all the time—car keys, receipts, jobs, loved ones—but memory is perhaps the most tragic. The ability to create short- and long-term memories is unique and crucial to both our survival and our happiness. So it’s no surprise that seniors are often fearful and upset when they realize that their aging …
Unfortunately, senior scams are on the rise. Seniors are considered prime targets for scammers, as it is common for seniors to have a “nest egg” and above-average credit. Additionally, seniors are perceived as being less likely to report a crime and more likely to fall for one. To help you learn how to avoid these sneaky …
Your body has helped you do amazing things for many years, but you can’t expect it to last forever. After decades of use, our joints can become inflamed, stiff, and pain-ridden as they develop osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis. Because this pain occurs throughout the day, activated by movement and disrupting our daily lives, it’s hard to ignore. …
Just because you’re growing older, that doesn’t mean you need to lose your youthful spirit, your beauty, your curiosity, or your kindness. Your old age should be a source of pride, not shame, despite the stigma that some people attach to it. With this idea in mind, today we’re exploring tips for aging gracefully. From the …