The Bulletin

We know these life changes can be challenging. That’s why we’ve provided a variety of articles specifically written and curated to help you make the best choices for you and your family.

October 5, 2022

Cross-Generational Communications: Connect Kids and Older Folks

Seniors Guide president Katharine Ross presents tips to help bridge the generation gap between kids ...

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grandparents and grandchildren at home on a sofa. Photo by Yuri Arcurs, Dreamstime. Six tips help bridge the generation gap between kids and elderly family members, for cross-generational communications and relationships.
October 4, 2022

High-Dose Flu Vaccine for Those 65+

The staff of the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research looks at the high-dose ...

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man getting flu shot. Image by Prostockstudio, Dreamstime. The Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research looks at the high-dose flu vaccine, which is available only to people 65 and older.
October 4, 2022

Seniors Facing Homelessness

Writer Terri L. Jones calls attention to a serious problem in America: seniors facing homelessness. ...

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homeless older adults at a charity dinner. Photo by Radiokafka, Dreamstime. Seniors facing homelessness: the numbers of homeless older adults are growing, the results are tragic, and the solutions seem far away.
October 3, 2022

Wife’s Dementia Results in Temptation

Having a spouse with advanced dementia can create a sense of isolation that leaves you ...

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Dementia spouse experiencing loneliness from wife on computer ID 151681210 © Stokkete | Dreamstime.com
October 3, 2022

Non-Alcoholic Adult Drinks, Adaptogen Style

Seniors Guide writer Kari Smith examines the growing category of non-alcoholic adult drinks, with a ...

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women having cocktails or mocktails at an art gallery. Photo by Katarzyna Bialasiewicz, Dreamstime. Seniors Guide examines non-alcoholic adult drinks, esp. functional beverages using adaptogens and nootropics to provide wellness benefits.
September 30, 2022

Aging Gracefully: Move Forward, Not Back

Seniors Guide writer Terri Jones ponders aging gracefully. How can we incorporate the challenges of ...

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older woman in cap and gown. Photo by Mark Adams, Dreamstime. Seniors Guide ponders aging gracefully: How can we incorporate the challenges of growing old into a life stage of purpose and satisfaction?
September 30, 2022

How to Get Enough Iron for Your Health

Matthew Kadey of Environmental Nutrition discusses the importance of iron to a healthy body, why ...

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Foods that are full of nutritional iron, like beef and plants. Many face iron deficiency anemia, but you can get enough iron from supplements as well as animal-based and plant-based foods. Here's how.
September 29, 2022

Elderspeak: Don’t Patronize Me!

Seniors Guide writer Terri Jones addresses the pesky hidden problem of elderspeak, a pernicious aspect ...

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nurse and unhappy patient in wheelchair. photo by Lisa F. Young, Dreamstime. Elderspeak is a pernicious aspect of ageism. It may be intended as friendly but can be harmful to the senior on the receiving end.
September 29, 2022

Banana Bites: A Grand Snack

Tasty frozen banana bites with peanut butter and chocolate are perfect, healthy little nuggets of ...

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Tasty frozen banana bites are perfect little nuggets of goodness for your own snacking enjoyment or to share. Better yet, they are easy and fun to make and eat, and perfect for enjoying with the grandkids!
September 28, 2022

Universal Design in Active Adult Communities

Many contemporary active adult communities appeal to people of retirement age by embracing universal design ...

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active adult fitness class using balance balls and bands. Photo by Wavebreakmedia, Dreamstime. Many contemporary active adult communities appeal to people of retirement age by embracing universal design principles in each home, while still offering visually pleasing living environments, as well as through community engagement and convenience.