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HOW TO RETAIN OUR INDEPENDENCE As We Get Older

There are many challenging aspects to getting older, but one of the hardest is the loss of independence. Most of us want to retain our independence as we get older as we do not want to have to rely on others to do things for us. There may come a…

How to Stay Social As You Grow Older – Five Great Tips

There are a few common conditions that affect people as they age. Our focus is most often on physical conditions that are apt to arise. But there are other areas of concern that impact not only our health but our overall well-being. The issue of loneliness is a growing problem…

Gift Ideas For An Elderly Relative

Gift ideas for an elderly relative are often not as easy to think of as one might imagine. Many seniors don’t want more “stuff” as they are thinking more about downsizing and simplifying. Their needs and interests are different, as well and some have grown disinterested in things they used…

4 Great Hobbies to Take up As You Get Older

Many people look forward to their retirement. This is, of course, understandable. After working for many years, the opportunity to relax and do the things we’ve put off for lack of time, is very appealing. We imagine kicking back, lingering over our coffee and being free of external demands. We…

Signs That It’s Time To Downsize

There are many reasons why you may not want to downsize your property. Perhaps you’ve spent a considerable amount of time in your home are and it’s full of memories. Or, the idea of starting somewhere new is both frightening and overwhelming. However there are signs to look for that…

The Common Causes Of Premature Aging

No one wants to get old, but it is unfortunately unavoidable. Most people worry about aging because it will mean losing their youthful looks. Being visibly old feels like a failure in our culture, even though we all will sooner or later. It is true that we cannot avoid the…