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Classic Holiday Movies for a Holiday Marathon

December 17, 2021

Classic Holiday Movies “It came without ribbons. It came without bows. It came without packages, boxes, or bags. Maybe Christmas, he thought, doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas perhaps means a little bit more.” – The Grinch A famous quote from an unlikely character frames Christmas and all holidays perfectly. There is a time […]

Best Healthy Holiday Recipes for Seniors

December 8, 2021

Scents of cinnamon and peppermint permeate the air, announcing the holidays have arrived. First Hanukkah enters with latkes, beef brisket, matzo ball soup and delicious jelly-filled doughnuts. Next Kwanzaa stirs the senses with Caribbean delights, jalapeno black-eyed peas, catfish, and sweet potato pie. A final December holiday, Christmas, heralds sugar cookies, homemade candies, baked ham, […]

What to Know About the Common Cold this Fall

November 29, 2021

Colds, contagious upper respiratory infections, are most common in the winter months. It is not unusual to have more than one cold during this season. Most colds are caused by a virus and are contagious. Fortunately they are not fatal, although suffering with a cold for seven or more days may have one feeling as […]

Holiday Traditions to Carry On This Year

November 15, 2021

Ghosts and goblins have been tucked away; the witch’s hat is at the cleaners and Christmas carols are playing… everywhere. Wait! Has Thanksgiving been forgotten? Seniors are steadfast about holidays and observing their traditions. Holidays are signposts on the calendar and important parts of the life cycle. Thanksgiving has been an American institution for many […]

No Gym Needed Exercises for Seniors

November 8, 2021

Whether retired or still employed metabolisms are known to decrease with age. Reduced metabolisms could lead to lessened immunity systems, weight gain, and/or delayed reflexes. Sound foreboding? It is, unless, of course, action is taken. Exercise, even in moderation, is the key to physical and mental health at every age. According to the Center […]

Sleep Remedies for Seniors

October 28, 2021

Sleep Remedies for Seniors “The amount of sleep required by the average person is five minutes more.” Wilson Mizener, American playwright. Oh, so true! We all wish for those extra five minutes when daylight breaks through our dreams. Life begins by needing 16 hours of sleep. Seven to eight hours is recommended for older […]

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