Cars We Remember 1965 Mustang GT350 Tribute: Rare, Beautiful, and Rust Free
By Greg Zyla (Author note: I’ve received several letters recently from readers inquiring about 1965 Mustang GTs, so I contacted a friend, Scott Shipman, who has a beautiful example and here’s the letter and photos he sent). Greg, my 1965 Fastback Mustang GT is a factory original GT with a fold down rear seat. Most […]
It Feels Like It’s Time To Retire
By Krista McBeath, McBeath Financial Group It’s Monday morning. You want to call in sick… sick of your job. Maybe you’ve been working too long and it’s not the same anymore. You really just want out. But ,you tell yourself you can’t retire yet. Or maybe you can, but should you? There’s nothing wrong with […]
Assisted Living Communities Benefit Residents Following Loss of Loved Ones
By Darla Price Heath, Community Relations Coordinator, Evergreen Senior Living Charles and Alice were married at age 18. After 64 years of marriage, Charles unexpectedly passed away. Alice not only lost her husband, but her best friend. She felt guilty about not realizing he was so sick. In the few days following his death, Alice was […]
ARC Celebrates Grand Reopening & National Senior Center Month
John Justick, now a dedicated member of the Normal Township Activity and Recreation Center (ARC), a center exclusively for adults 55 and up, began his membership during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in January 2021, and immediately began participating in a variety of Zoom-based programs over the internet. He tried his luck in virtual […]
When To Make Decisions for Someone With Dementia… and When Not To
Submitted by Sugar Creek Alzheimer’s Special Care Center It can be tempting to assume that because someone has Alzheimer’s disease or some other form of dementia, they’re not capable of making their own decisions. The trouble is it’s not always true—perhaps more often than you’d expect. By stepping in to speak for someone else, we […]
7 Ways To Boost Your Dog’s Health
Submitted by Nilla’s Tub DIY Dog Wash & Health Food Store There’s nothing we want more than a long life and good health for our dogs and cats. But since animals can’t look after their health themselves, the responsibility lies on us, as the dog owner, to make sure that the four-legged buddy is always […]
Women, Look Years Younger Without Injections Or Plastic Surgery
By Kimberly Blaker Regardless of how gracefully we want to handle aging, we often find ourselves making heroic efforts to stave it off, starting in early adulthood. The proof is in that women of all ages (even in their 20s) are spending small fortunes on Botox injections, fillers, and plastic surgery. Also, many who don’t […]
Making Physical Activity a Part of an Older Adult’s Life
Submitted by Karen Coughlin, Blair House COVID-19: How To Be Physically Active While Social Distancing. When it comes to getting the physical activity you need each week, it’s important to pick activities you enjoy and that match your abilities. This will help ensure that you stick with them. Things To Keep in Mind Physical activity […]
Loneliness and Social Isolation—Tips for Staying Connected
Submitted by Villas of Holly Brook Everyone needs social connections to survive and thrive. But as people age, they often find themselves spending more time alone. Being alone may leave older adults more vulnerable to loneliness and social isolation, which can affect their health and well-being. Studies show that loneliness and social isolation are associated […]
Financial Problems Can Be Sign of Dementia Onset
Submitted by Sugar Creek Alzheimer’s Special Care Center Dementia is a term used for loss of memory, lack of ability to problem solve, and inability to perform everyday activities. Having difficulties with finances may be an early sign. More than 5 million Americans, most age 65 or older, are thought to be living with dementia […]
