If you typically write off Valentine’s Day as a “Hallmark holiday,” we urge you to reconsider your stance. Not only does his holiday revolve around love and friendship, but also it often involves chocolate and fresh flowers – two undeniably great things. If you aren’t sure how to celebrate, check out our Valentine’s Day ideas …
How to Keep in Touch with Friends and Loved Ones
It’s a sad fact that many people live far away from their most cherished friends and family. Many years ago, that distance might have stifled relationships because there were so few ways to communicate over long distances. These days, we’re tremendously lucky to have a great wealth of technologies available that make long-distance communication quick, …
The Art of a Handwritten Letter
No one can deny that technologies like texting, e-mailing, and social media have improved the world in many ways. They offer speed and convenience, they create a digital paper trail, and they’re tremendously helpful for people with illegibly bad handwriting. Unfortunately, as these technologies have become more popular, handwritten letters have fallen by the wayside. Although …
Christmas Games for Seniors
One of the best things about the holiday season is that it brings people together. Friends, family, and neighbors come together to celebrate at parties and dinners throughout December. Although conversation and eating often dominate large parts of these celebrations, if you have a little extra time on your hands, why not play a few …
Christmas Trivia for Your Next Holiday Gathering
Whether you’re hoping to delight your grandkids, trying to fill a lull in conversation, or engaging in small talk with new friends at a holiday party, it’s helpful to have some Christmas trivia in your back pocket. You could even play a quick game with the other people in the group, letting the winner open …
Thanksgiving Tips for Healthy Eating
If you’re like most Americans, you look forward to Thanksgiving dinner all year round: the juicy turkey, flavorful stuffing, fluffy mashed potatoes, tart cranberry sauce, and of course a big dollop of gravy to top it all off. Second helpings and slices of pie for dessert are integral to the experience as well. But perhaps …
Things to Be Thankful for This Year
In the tedium of everyday life, many people take things for granted. They’re so busy focusing on the negative aspects of life – from minor inconveniences to major heartaches – that they forget how good they have it. Thanksgiving provides a lovely opportunity to focus on gratitude and grace. So even if you’re planning a …
Classic Halloween Movies
The spookiest day of the year is just around the corner! Although there are many ways to get in the Halloween spirit – carving jack-o-lanterns, eating candy corn, planning a costume party – one of our favorites is to watch a scary movie. Even if you don’t enjoy truly sinister films, you can pop in …
Autumn Bucket List for Seniors
Fall always seems to fly by. One minute it’s summer and you’re sitting outside with sunglasses and a glass of lemonade, the next minute you’re bundled up in a coat and buying Christmas presents. So now that it’s officially fall, take advantage of it! In many parts of the country, pumpkin-flavored products have begun to …
What Are the Stages of Alzheimer’s?
If your loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, you may be experiencing quite a bit of uncertainty. After all, an Alzheimer’s diagnosis raises a lot of questions related to your loved one’s health, finances, and life expectancy. Fortunately, there are several things you can do to reduce your own fear and ensure your …
