Festive Fall Activities to Enjoy with Grandchildren
Hayrides, bobbing for apples, giant piles of leaves, and s’mores around a bonfire may just be a few of things that come to mind when you think of fall. Memories of yesteryear come flooding in and transport you right back to your childhood. As the first cool front sweeps across the south, sending the neighborhood […]
A “Grand” Celebration
Nowadays. there seems to be a holiday for everything under the sun! Some of these, like Taco or Margarita Day, are easy to get behind and support (even if you find yourself questioning their origin or validity). Others, such as Fruitcake Toss Day and Squirrel Appreciation Day, are terribly far-fetched and flat-out comical. Aside from […]
Understanding & Protecting Against Internet Scams
The internet has created a world of opportunities for people of all ages, seniors included. It provides many beneficial resources relating to information and knowledge, connectivity and communication, shopping and banking, and entertainment, just to name a few. These conveniences have transformed just about every aspect of how we live, learn, work, and connect with […]
Aging Gracefully in an Ageist Society
Ageism is defined as a prejudice or discrimination on the grounds of a person’s age. This is a prevailing problem that is seen across the nation, where the elderly are often depicted as weak, unattractive, senile, and financially distressed, while the obsession with youth continues to grow exponentially. As a culture that once revered the […]
The Importance of A Living Will
The thought of preparing for the end of your life can seem quite overwhelming and downright uncomfortable. It’s something no one wants to put too much thought into, much less dwell over and plan for each detail. We often shy away from even the fleeting thought of our own death; however it is inevitable. As […]
Senior-Friendly Father’s Day Celebrations
King of the Grill… Mr. Fix-it… The Man, the Myth, the Legend… Mr. Cool… The Fun Parent… Protector… Superhero… Coach… Prince Charming… While they may all sound like silly nicknames or cliches, the reality is, these are just a few of the hats that dads wear over the years! Fathers play an important role in […]
Sun Protection & Skin Safety Tips for Seniors
How To Spend Mother’s Day With Grandma In New Orleans
A Memorable Mother’s Day
Through the picture-perfect lens of a Hallmark movie, Mother’s Day may look something like this: The car pulls into the driveway after returning home from Sunday Mass. The kids excitedly jump out of the car, still dressed in their Sunday’s best, and run straight upstairs to quickly change into their swimsuits. Mom is helping Grandma […]
Seniors Grieve Differently
At any age, grief can be an extremely difficult and isolating road to travel. There’s no map, no guidebook, no ETA, and no exact destination to navigate. The course is different for each individual, and the only guarantee is that there will certainly be bumps along the way. While grief is most often associated with […]