Protecting Against Falls In The Bedroom And Bathroom Article + Photo provided by | The Center for Population Health and Aging Home, self-modification can create safer living environments More than 36 million older adults fall each year, with an estimated 8 million resulting in injuries such as … [Read more...]
Seniors To Dance the Night Away At The Stars Holiday Ball
Seniors To Dance the Night Away At The Stars Holiday Ball Information courtesy of College Station Parks and Recreation Ages 55+ are invited to our Stars Holiday Ball on Saturday, Dec. 11 from 6-9 p.m. at the Lincoln Recreation Center. Experience a night of sophistication with friends. Dress to … [Read more...]
Make Spirits Bright Senior Holiday Open House
Make Spirits Bright Senior Holiday Open House Information courtesy of College Station Parks Ages 55+ are invited to our Holiday Open House on Wednesday, Dec. 1 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Meyer Senior & Community Center. Enjoy holiday treats, browse information booths highlighting available … [Read more...]
Brazos County Senior Citizens Association Events
Brazos County Senior Citizens Association Events Information Courtesy of Brazos County Senior Citizens Association Brazos County Senior Citizens Association, 1402 Bristol Street, Bryan, Texas 77802 Hours of Operation: Tuesday through Friday, 9 AM until 4 PM Phone … [Read more...]
Q&A with LinnAnn Collins of Comfort Keepers
Q&A with LinnAnn Collins, Owner of Comfort Keepers Meet 2021 Chamber of Commerce Community Impact Award Winner - LinnAnn Collins of Comfort Keepers! The Community Impact Award program recognizes Hispanic, African-American, Asian, American-Indian, women, and/or service-disabled veteran business … [Read more...]
Tips to Protect Seniors From Financial Scams Right Now
Tips to Protect Seniors From Financial Scams Right Now Article By StatePoint Media Social isolation among seniors is not only linked to numerous negative health consequences like depression and cardiovascular disease, but it’s also a primary contributing factor in financial exploitation and … [Read more...]
5 COVID-Safe Activities to Enjoy Right Now
5 COVID-Safe Activities to Enjoy Right Now Article Courtesy of | StatePoint Media With the start of 2021 behind us, it’s time to start fresh, create new habits and take on new skills. Whether your goal is to get outdoors more to enjoy the fresh air or to learn a new instrument, develop a plan to … [Read more...]
Holiday Scams: What Seniors Should Look Out For
Holiday Scams: What Seniors Should Look Out For Article By | Comfort Keepers Coal in the Stocking Scammers and con artists are all around us these days. It seems that no matter where we turn, there’s a nefarious individual or group looking to scam us. To make matters worse, they’re becoming … [Read more...]
How to Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck
How to Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck Article By | Anthony ONeal, Ramsey Solutions .I know how hard it is to succeed financially when you’re barely getting by and living paycheck to paycheck. I’ve been there. The truth is, there will always be factors that are out of your control. But … [Read more...]
Brazos Valley APS Heater Drive on November 4th
Brazos Valley APS Heater Drive on November 4th Information/Flyer courtesy of Carole Crutchfield Community Relations Director, Sodalis Senior Living . Next Wednesday, November 4th, from 2-5p, Sodalis Senior Living will be having a heater drive for Brazos Valley Adult Protective Services. Many … [Read more...]
The Power of Friendship: Social Connection Might Be The Key To Longevity
The Healthy Power of Friendship Why social connection might be the key to longevity Article By Marilyn Kennedy Melia, CTW Features No doubt you’ve heard some version of this question before: Will you have enough for all the fulfillment and fun you hope to enjoy through your fifties, sixties, … [Read more...]
Hospice Brazos Valley: Caring in the Whirlwind
Caring in the Whirlwind Article By | Craig Borchardt, PhD, President and CEO of Hospice Brazos Valley Hospice Brazos Valley’s efforts to care for others never happen in a vacuum. We serve and care in the context of the daily events that occur in our communities and nation, as well as the personal … [Read more...]
Maintaining Wellbeing During Senior Isolation
Maintaining Wellbeing During Senior Isolation Article and photos courtesy of Comfort Keepers As we all prepare to keep our homes and families safe during this COVID-19 outbreak, it’s important to consider the needs of the seniors in our lives and in our communities. State and local health … [Read more...]
Dear Jen: Options for Multi-generational Living
Dear Jen: Multi-generational Living Article and Photos courtesy of Jen Zweiacker, Zweiacker & Associates Dear Jen, My name is Keri. I’m writing to you for advice because we have a wonderful (and challenging) new life situation. My husband and I have 3 children ages 12, 8, and 6 and we live … [Read more...]
Low Impact, High Success: Focus On The Right Kinds Of Exercise After Age 50
Low Impact, High Success Focus On The Right Kinds Of Exercise After Age 50 Article By Erik J. Martin, CTW Features Want to enjoy a longer lifespan and continue partaking in most of the activities you love, with less pain, fatigue and frustration? There is no magic pill, operation or trendy diet … [Read more...]