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.

March 10, 2022

Scrabble Grams for Seniors Guide #1

Take on the Scrabble Grams puzzle to improve your Scrabble game, to challenge your mind, ...

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Woman on laptop writing on pad, for Scrabble Grams for Seniors Guide puzzle. Photo by Milkos, Dreamstime
March 10, 2022

Red Potato Colcannon Recipe for Paddy’s Day

There are countless variations on this classic Irish potato-and-cabbage combination. Our red potato colcannon is ...

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Our take on this classic Irish potato-and-cabbage combination, Red Potato Colcannon uses steamed red potatoes, sauteed cabbage, and butter.
March 9, 2022

The Difference Between Retirement Communities and Assisted Living

Updated on 3/9/22 If you are new to the world of senior housing, the vocabulary ...

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Senior Asian couple looking at retirement communities
March 9, 2022

Prebiotics and Probiotics for Pets

Are prebiotics and probiotics for pets worthwhile or a waste of money? What are they ...

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Man On Park Bench With Dog And Cat Photo By Jevtic Dreamstime. What do prebiotics and probiotics for pets do? Are they worthwhile? We have answers for pet owners who want the best for their dogs and cats.
March 9, 2022

Social Security Benefits and Unemployment

In this edition of “Ask Kip,” Kiplinger’s Personal Finance editors explain the connection between Social ...

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Woman Shocked By Finances Mark Adams Dreamstime. For article, Kiplinger’s financial experts explain the connection between Social Security benefits and unemployment crises PLUS snowbirds avoiding taxes.
March 8, 2022

Solo Sex to Increase Satisfaction

Part two of the Seniors Guide series on intimacy and older adults we look at ...

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Senior Woman Hugging Herself Photo By Koldunova Anna Dreamstime. For article, Seniors Guide looks at the benefits of solo sex (masturbation) to increase sexual satisfaction, and using sex toys to enhance the experience.
March 8, 2022

Cataract Surgery: Tips for Postponing and for Undergoing

Starting around age 40, the lenses of your eyes start becoming cloudy, a condition known ...

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Senior woman having cataract surgery. Most people with age-related cataracts have similar disease in both eyes. For article, Around age 40, our eyes start getting cloudy: aka, cataracts. By 80, many will get cataract surgery. But there are options in the interim.
March 7, 2022

Home Modifications for Parkinson’s Patients

Strategic at-home modifications for Parkinson’s disease (PD) help PD patients maintain safety and independence, through ...

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Happy Couple Man With Walker In Park Photo By Nontapan Nuntasiri Dreamstime. For article, At-home modifications for Parkinson’s help PD patients maintain safety and independence, through household, clothing, and dining adaptations.
March 7, 2022

Ask Amy: Cellphone Etiquette Issues

In this edition of “Ask Amy,” advice columnist Amy Dickinson addresses a 60-something woman who ...

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Woman talking on a cellphone by her car, for Ask Amy column: In this “Ask Amy,” advice columnist Amy Dickinson addresses a 60-something woman who is offended by her siblings’ lack of cellphone etiquette.
March 4, 2022

Are You Too Old to Get a Dog?

Older adults may fear they are too old to get a dog, but with careful ...

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woman with laptop and small dog. For article Older adults may fear they are too old to get a dog, but with careful planning and strategic choices, seniors can benefit from dog ownership. Photo by Sarawut Nirothon | Dreamstime.com