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.

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.
September 28, 2022

How to Beat Inflation at Home

Rivan V. Stinson of Kiplinger’s Personal Finance suggests tips on how to beat inflation by ...

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senior woman paying bills with smartphone and laptop. Photo by Mark Adams, Dreamstime. Rivan V. Stinson of Kiplinger’s Personal Finance suggests tips on how to beat inflation by making small but significant changes at home, from earning rewards to paying down credit card debt and more.
September 27, 2022

Hair Care for Seniors

Writer Donna Brody offers general tips on hair care for seniors, including changes in hair ...

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senior woman with gray hair at hair salon. Image by Tyler Olson, dreamstime. Seniors Guide offers general tips on hair care for seniors, inc. changes in hair color and texture, products, style, and caring for the gray.
September 27, 2022

Foods to Fight Constipation

The experts at Environmental Nutrition suggest foods to fight constipation, to keep you comfortable and ...

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dog on toilet Damedeeso Dreamstime. Some foods help fight constipation to avoid the serious downsides of the common gastrointestinal problem but some worsen the bowel condition.
September 26, 2022

Cool Weather Gardening

Gardens are for spring and summer, right? They don’t have to be! Imagine working with ...

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two women gardening in cool weather, planting lettuces. photo by radzian, Dreamstime. Cool weather gardening offers the chance to benefit from light outdoor work while adding pretty plants to your garden and living areas.
September 26, 2022

Two Scam Warnings, Including a New Payment Scam

An “Ask Amy” reader shares her tale of almost being scammed, and a national bank ...

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surprised woman on phone. Viktoria Korobova, Dreamstime. An “Ask Amy” reader shares her tale of almost being scammed, and a national bank warns customers about a trending payment scam, the “pay yourself” scam.
September 22, 2022

Cinnamon Apples: Simple and Versatile

Cinnamon apples prepared on the stove are so simple to make, yet so incredibly delicious. ...

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Cinnamon apples prepared on the stove are so simple to make, yet so incredibly delicious. They taste like a warm apple pie filling that can be used in such a wide variety of ways, from breakfast all the way through dinner and dessert.
September 19, 2022

Affordable Hearing Aids, Finally

An August 2022 rule from the FDA gives consumers access to over-the-counter (OTC), affordable hearing ...

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woman holding hand to ear. Image by Jean Paul Chassenet, Dreamstime. A new FDA rule gives consumers access to over-the-counter (OTC), affordable hearing aids, cheaper and available without an audiologist visit.