It’s that time of year again. The leaves on the dogwood trees have turned a beautiful dark red. It will be getting cooler soon and more people will start getting colds and the flu. Fortunately there is a great way to reduce the chances of you getting the flu. Get your flu shot now or […]
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I came to walking later in life. As a youth I was very active and participated in sports and got a lot of rigorous cardiovascular exercise. Then came middle age. I got lazy and exercised much less. I continued eating an unhealthy diet with lots of meat and fried and processed foods. All those pizzas […]
Walking every day is one of the best things you ...
If you do a search on the Internet for information on aging you will find a variety of negative misconceptions, stereotypes and ideas . For example, when people get old they get weak, frail, forgetful, less productive, blah blah blah. In fact many seniors remain productive, physically active and sharp their entire lives. It is nice […]
More Seniors equals a greener, healthier and more productive world
Please click the link below to read the excellent article by Marla Beck a writer for the Madison Park Times: AGING WITH CARE | Scammers target trusting seniors I agree totally with her rule: “My rule: Do not give money via the phone, email or to in-person solicitors; never give out your credit-card information.” Here […]
Good article on how to avoid scams
The following article appeared in today’s New York Times: Fighting to Honor a Father’s Last Wish: To Die at Home It is a heartbreaking story. The lesson everyone should take from this is that something like this should never happen again. To do list for children with aging parents and people nearing retirement age: Start […]
A wake-up call – All children with aging parents and ...
Here is a nice blog post by Assunta Ng. BLOG: Can you reverse aging? She says ‘yes’ and I agree with her for the most part. She mentions that some older people turn cranky, etc. as they age. That may be true for some but there are many seniors who are the kindest people you […]
Can you reverse aging? Assunta Ng says “Yes!”
In a recent study by researchers from the University of Pennsylvania it was found that damage in the mitochondria may affect the aging process. Mitochondria are sometimes called the “powerhouses” of the cell. A chemical reaction called oxidation takes place in all cells and this is how cells use oxygen to break down food to […]
Research explores the role of mitochondria in aging
This is a question and answer session about how to age gracefully. Audio: Your Answer to Healthy Aging (and feeling sexy!)
Audio: Your Answer to Healthy Aging (and feeling sexy!)
The following article brings up a useful topic, downsizing and reducing the amount of stuff you own. ART OF AGING: DOWNSIZING It is so easy to accumulate things, especially if you own a house. Souvenirs, old clothes and shoes, bills, paperwork, it all adds up. As you age all those items that clutter your house […]
Downsizing
It’s about time for people to look at the positive side of aging. The following article discusses how having more seniors will help the world. Why The World Will Benefit From An Aging Population I agree. In addition to the benefits touted in the article, I think there are other important positive aspects of an increasing […]
More Seniors could help make the world a better place
There is a nice article on Healthy Aging on the Care2 website. They provided a link to Top Ten Healthy Aging Tips. Let’s go through each one: “Eat healthy food” – First of all eat fresh fruits, vegetables and grains. I found that having a garden is a great way to improve your diet. The […]
Healthy Aging
Most states have programs that will provide financial assistance to eligible seniors so that they can pay their electric, gas, water and other utility bills. Listed below are some of the resources that seniors can contact for help: California Public Utilities Commission – Consumer Programs Spanish version Central Hudson Electric – Services for Seniors […]
How to get help with gas, electricity and other utility ...
Looking for work? AARP can help! Join us for the AARP Real Possibilities Virtual Career Fair on Tuesday, September 23, 2014 from 10am-2pm ET. We will feature helpful job search resources and Life Reimagined for Work hiring employers who value experienced workers! Click here for the current list of participating employers. If you don’t see […]
Reminder: the AARP Virtual Career Fair is Today September 23, ...
The Healthy Aging Magazine and website is a good source of information for seniors. You can also sign up for a free newsletter.
Healthy Aging Magazine
The article below discusses how the U.S. is not prepared to meet the housing needs of the large increase in adults aged 50 and older. On the House: Housing needs of an aging society largely unavailable It’s a good idea to take a hard look at your finances and to try and anticipate your future […]
Aging and Housing
This is a tough decision for everyone involved. Of course, if it is possible, aging in place is the best solution. However if a senior needs special medical care then this might not be possible. Ideally this has to be a group effort with the parent and relatives and friends all doing research on the available options. […]
How to choose a long-term care facility
Seniors need to keep up with the latest developments in technology and Pliny Lives has added a section to the website devoted to “Computer Help for Seniors”. We will be adding material continuously so please make sure to visit the page frequently. Click here to visit the “Computer Help for Seniors” page.
New Section for Computer Help for Seniors
Having a full-time or part-time job can make retirement much more rewarding and enjoyable. Here are a few very useful resources. and […]
Jobs for Seniors
The article below appeared in the New York Times and it discusses a very important topic for aging males: F.D.A. Panel Weighs Restrictions on Testosterone Drugs It seems that in the past only a small number of men took these drugs but now it has ballooned into a $2 billion industry. According to the F.D.A. […]
F.D.A. Panel Considers Restricting Testosterone Drugs
An article entitled “Florida’s ‘Gray Belt’: A Glimpse at America’s Aging Future” discusses areas in Florida that it calls the “gray belt”. These areas are made up of mainly seniors and this has an effect on the local economy and politics. Because of this it is important to let different areas of states devise plans to meet […]