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.

February 14, 2022

Engage with Grandkids in the Kitchen

In these days of enticing kid-focused entertainment, including tablets, video games, and TV on demand, ...

Grandmother Grandchild In Kitchen Photo By Monkey Business Images Dreamstime. For article on Presenting ideas to engage with grandkids in the kitchen, for grandchildren of any age. Build memories and teach important life skills, too.

February 14, 2022

Ask Amy: “Am I an Interfering Mother-in-Law?”

In this edition of “Ask Amy,” advice columnist Amy Dickinson addresses a contrite, interfering mother-in-law ...

Interfering Mother In Law With Son And Daughter-In-Law Photo By Motortion Dreamstime. For article, In this edition of “Ask Amy,” advice columnist Amy Dickinson addresses a contrite, interfering mother-in-law. What now?

February 11, 2022

Benefits of Play for Seniors

Seniors Guide looks at the benefits of play for seniors and suggests ideas connecting with ...

Women Playing Jenga Photo By Siriluk Kongkead Dreamstime

February 11, 2022

The Importance of Core Strength for Seniors

Dr. Howard LeWine of Harvard Medical School explains the importance of core strength for seniors ...

An older man doing plank exercises. Image from Premium Health, Tribune Content Agency. For article, Dr. Howard LeWine of Harvard Medical School explains the importance of core strength for seniors and suggests exercises for building a strong core.

February 10, 2022

5 Top Benefits of Respite Care

Caregiving can be challenging, draining the caregiver’s emotional resources. We look at five benefits of ...

older sad woman in a wheelchair with a young caregiver behind her. Caregiving can be challenging, draining a caregiver’s emotional resources. Here are benefits of respite care for those caring for loved ones.

February 10, 2022

Flourless Chocolate Cookies Melt in Your Mouth

These flourless chocolate cookies get their volume from whipped egg whites (like a meringue) instead ...

flourless chocolate cookies resting on parchment paper and a cooling rack. From Entree Eating Tribune Content Agency. These flourless cookies are puffy from whipped egg whites; they're gluten-free and melt-in-your-mouth delicious with chocolate chips.

February 9, 2022

Beware of Technology Scams

Scammers don’t care about the age of the people they scam. Sure, some older adults ...

Man At Laptop Computer Photo By Noriko Cooper Dreamstime. Technology scams, through social media, cryptocurrency, and other avenues take money from people of all ages, from seniors to young adults.

February 9, 2022

Helping a Scared Cat Adjust

Pet expert Cathy M. Rosenthal provides suggestions for helping a scared cat adjust to a ...

February 8, 2022

Generalized Itching: Itchy All Over, But No Rash

Dr. Howard LeWine of Brigham and Hospital in Boston and assistant professor at Harvard Medical ...

Older man itching his arm. For article on generalized itching: Dr. Howard LeWine of Brigham and Hospital in Boston and assistant professor at Harvard Medical School answers a question about generalized itching: the writer’s aging father's skin is itchy all over with no reasons or solutions.

February 8, 2022

Telehealth for Seniors

Telemedicine has played an essential role in health care during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly telehealth ...

Ill Woman Talking To Doctor On Telehealth Visit Photo By Jhdt Stock Images Llc Dreamstime. For article, Telemedicine has been useful in pandemic-era health care, especially telehealth for seniors. Will virtual options continue as COVID-19 wanes?