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.

May 23, 2022

Widower Asks Son for Dating Permission

A widower asks his son for dating permission and receives an adamant “no.” Is it ...

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father and son after argument photo by Fizkes Dreamstime. A widower asks his son for dating permission and receives an adamant “no.” What should Dad do? See what “Ask Amy” has to say.
May 23, 2022

Sleep Products for Older Adults: Hype or Helpful?

Sleep helps to heal and rejuvenate our bodies and minds. In fact, adequate sleep reduces ...

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woman waking up after a good night of sleep. Photo by Fizkes, Dreamstime. Older adults with sleep problems can try non-medical sleep products like weighted blankets, PEMF therapy, masks, and white noise machines.
May 20, 2022

When Family Won’t Make Estate Plans

A woman in her 60s is concerned about her older sister who has done nothing ...

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stubborn elderly women on a park bench. photo by Motortion Dreamstime. Family worries about a 75-year-old mom without a will, power of attorney, AMD, etc. What can be done when family won’t make estate plans?
May 20, 2022

Why Antioxidants Matter and How to Get Them

Nutrition expert Carrie Dennett examines why antioxidants matter, why these nutrition powerhouses benefit health, and ...

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Seniors Guide looks at why antioxidants matter, how the nutrition powerhouses benefit health, and how to best take them into our bodies.
May 19, 2022

Spring Risotto to Freshen Up Your Meal

James Beard Award-winning author JeanMarie Brownson brings us her recipe for a perfect spring risotto, ...

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All great risottos are dependent on four ingredients. Make a perfect Spring Risotto with peas and asparagus using this recipe and these tips on choosing the best rice for risotto.
May 19, 2022

Senior Intimacy in Nursing Homes

In this installment in our series on sexuality and aging, freelance writer Terri L. Jones ...

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Affectionate Asian couple Photo by Piyapong Thongcharoen | Dreamstime. Seniors Guide's look at sexuality and aging highlights senior intimacy in nursing homes: residents’ sexual needs and nursing home responses.
May 18, 2022

How Retirement Income Is Taxed

Joy Taylor of Kiplinger’s Personal Finance discusses how retirement income is taxed, examining common sources ...

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woman frustrated with finances photo by Kurhan Dreamstime. A look at how retirement income is taxed, examining common sources such as Social Security benefits, stocks, bonds, reverse mortgages, investments, etc.
May 18, 2022

Can You Eat to Ease Pain?

While we often think of diets as a means of looking our best or avoiding ...

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man with knee pain Photo by Natpol Rodbang Dreamstime. Besides eating to avoid certain diseases, it's also possible to eat to ease pain. We examine how the right diet can help manage chronic pain.
May 17, 2022

Roger’s Marvelous Meatloaf

Give the grill a night off this summer and show your oven some love instead! ...

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meatloaf full bhofack2 dreamstime. This flavorful recipe, Chef Roger Disher's Marvelous Meatloaf, has hints of sweet and tangy in the topping. Independence Village of Greenwood
May 17, 2022

5 Tips for Coping with Empty Nest Syndrome

You step into a new stage of life when the last child leaves home. You ...

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woman reading image by photographerlondon dreamstime. When your last child leaves home, the life change can be challenging to navigate. We offer tips for coping with empty nest syndrome.