Put Down Your Swords, Ladies! Dating Over 60 Doesn’t Have to Be a Battle
Are you looking for a Knight in Shining Armor, but only seem to be able to find the Knave of Hearts? Do you think a man who will take care of you is ancient history? Take heart, even as a modern woman over 60, you don’t have to do it all alone! Read More
What Does a Good Death Really Mean?
It’s a subject no one wants to talk about. Though death and dying are inevitable, we shy away from discussing them… and all the sadness and pain we fear goes with it. However, developing an end of life plan is a gift you give to yourself and those left behind and the process can be a surprisingly intimate and enriching one. Read More
Don’t Be a Statistic! My Senior Sisters, Let’s Stay Safe This Spring!
Through my work with Sixty and Me, I have come across some scary statistics. For example, did you know that one in four people over age 65 has a fall each year and that 800,000 of us are hospitalized for falls during this time period? We are also at a higher risk for illnesses from the flu to more serious conditions.
I don’t mention this to scare you. I just want to draw your attention to the fact that there is actually a lot that we can do to improve our health and safety. If today’s video saves just one person from an accident this year, it will have been well worth recording!
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Road Scholar “Get-Togethers” Combine Large Group Camaraderie with Small Group Learning
Road Scholar, the not-for-profit leader in educational travel, offers an incredible depth and breadth of learning adventures for adults for whom learning is the adventure of a lifetime.
Read MorePreventing Aches and Pains: 6 Ways to Make Caregiving Easier on Your Body
So much attention gets paid to the stress and emotional toll caregiving can take, but what about the physical side? Read More
Could Your Red Dancing Shoes Be the Secret to Healthy Aging? You Bet!
Recently, I found myself humming David Bowie’s 1983 hit “Let’s Dance.” This anthem from my school days – and possibly yours as well – ends with the exhortation “Let’s dance, let’s dance, let’s dance, dance, dance.” Read More
5 Nutrition Suggestions for Healthy Aging
I remember when Jane Fonda proudly announced that she had put on some weight, and that she was looking better. She said growing up, she was told it was a choice between her ‘ass or her face,’ but now she’s getting complements on both. Read More
4 Reasons Why You Might Want to Start Yoga as an Older Student
Yoga is not age-dependent – toddlers to centenarians can and do enjoy it. Accessible yoga is one of the major trends these days. Accessible yoga means that proper modifications make yoga available to everyone. Read More
4 Amazing Things Happen When You Start Doing Balance Exercises After 50
Most people think that balance exercises are for preventing falls. Nothing could be further from the truth! Read More
Ready to Actually Relax in Retirement? These Idyllic Retreats Will Help You Recharge
As we settle into fall and savor the changing colors and crisp air, some of us think about connecting with nature or taking some time to get away from the everyday hustle and bustle. Read More