4 Tips to Reduce Belly Fat Provided by: CTW Features The good news is there are ways to avoid or get rid of belly fat at any age: De-stress daily: “Stress releases the fight-or-flight hormone, cortisol, which links to increased belly fat,” says Linda Melone, founder of AgelessAfter50.com. “By … [Read more...]
Make A Splash This Summer With Water Exercises
Make A Splash This Summer With Water Exercises As we age, it becomes more and more difficult to stay active and maintain the amount of exercise we really need for our general health. Difficulty in staying active can be contributed to several factors; Arthritis, Osteoporosis, chronic pain and more. … [Read more...]
Routine Medical Screenings: When, Who, Why or Why Not?
Routine Medical Screenings: When, Who, Why or Why Not? With contributions by Dr. Barbara Pierce, MD What are some common health screenings men and women should have done routinely? How often? What criteria must patients meet? Can these screenings be done through a Primary Care Provider … [Read more...]
5 smart ways you can catch up on retirement savings
5 smart ways you can catch up on retirement savings By Chris Hogan Time seems to fly past us like a speeding train. It can feel like you graduated from high school yesterday, but then you blink and get an email about your twenty-fifth reunion. Another blink and you have tenure at work and two kids … [Read more...]
Let’s Be Honest: Effective Communication of Your Health with Your Doctor
Let's Be Honest: Effective Communication of Your Health with Your Doctor Q&A with Dr. Barbara Pierce, MD. Q: Why is it important to have clear communication of your health/health concerns with your doctor? A: A person must work to develop a good line of communication with their physician, … [Read more...]
Let’s Grow Old Together, Furry Friend
Let’s Grow Old Together, Furry Friend By Lisa Iannucci, CTW Features Research suggests cognitive and mood-related benefits for pet owners. Here’s a look at the benefits and challenges of caring for pets as you age Sueann McIntyre said that she is owned by three cats – Jazmine, Milo the … [Read more...]
Accel at College Station: Transitional Care and Rehabilitation
Accel at College Station: Experience Exceptional Care By Hannah Holbrook Just off of Rock Prairie Road, amidst green pastureland and quiet neighborhoods, the Brazos Valley’s newest transitional care and rehabilitation center awaits. Whether you are in need of skilled nursing and rehabilitative … [Read more...]
Estate Planning 101
Estate Planning 101 Article By: Jason Bosley & Donovan Richard of Game Changing Benefits Estate planning is the process of anticipating and arranging, during a person's life, for the management and disposal of that person's estate during the person's life and at and after death, while … [Read more...]
Having a Healthy Attitude Toward Aging
Having a Healthy Attitude Toward Aging By Tricia Von Gonten, Director of Professional Relations, Comfort Keepers The Power of Happiness One could safely assume that, between being happy and sad, a majority of us would choose the former. After all, it’s when we’re happy that we tend to be more … [Read more...]
Common Scams & How to Protect Yourself
"Attention: The IRS is filing a lawsuit against you..." By | Hannah Holbrook Information provided by usa.gov IRS Imposter Scams Has someone contacted you pretending to work for the IRS? The imposter may have contacted you by phone, email, postal mail, or even a text message. It is important to … [Read more...]
Ask a Youngster
Seniors have questions, youngsters have answers By | Hannah Holbrook What is Snapchat? Snapchat is a social media app that allows you to send short videos or photos to friends. After your friend opens your “snap” the photo or video disappears. While you are able to send these photos and videos … [Read more...]
Casino Day at Southwood Community Center
Gather ‘Round; It’s Story Time! Books & Stories to Share with Your Family
My grandmother would tell me stories of her childhood before bedtime when I would stay overnight. These tales ranged from exciting and happy, to suspenseful and serious. I clung to every word she said, and would request stories she had already told me before – because I LOVED hearing them. I … [Read more...]
You’re Retired. Need Something To Do?
There is a preconceived notion that people are just waiting for the day where they can simply retire and travel the world. That seems to be a distant dream since most people cannot maintain that lifestyle solely off of social security checks. According to the Social Security Administration, the full … [Read more...]
Why Bryan? Because It’s Just Better.
Bryan started as a small-town stop along the expanding railway system in Texas. William Joel Bryan was a nephew of Stephen F. Austin, one of the first settlers to the area, and is our city’s namesake. On August 19, 1867, the first train steamed into town and since that day, life has just … [Read more...]
