Articles On:Lifestyle

September 9, 2022

Senior Woman’s Dog Who Pulls Causes Injuries

This senior woman loves her 20-pound dog but fears her sons may take it away ...

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Jack Russell pulling on the leash. Photo by InsideStudio Dreamstime. This senior has experienced injuries walking her Cairn Terrier. "My Pet World" offers suggestions on managing a dog who pulls excessively.
September 6, 2022

Anti-Aging Skin Care Products for Seniors

Are you thinking about using anti-aging skin care products? Seniors Guide writer Donna Brody checked ...

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woman applying makeup with a cosmetic brush. Photo by Andy Nowack, Dreamstime. Thinking about using anti-aging skin care products? Seniors Guide shares tips from some known cosmetic brands on serums, moisturizers, makeup.
September 2, 2022

Ask Cathy: Is Separating Cats Harmful?

A cat owner fears he won’t be able to take both of his cats when ...

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two kittens kissing Photodeti Dreamstime. Pets advisor Cathy M. Rosenthal offers advice on separating cats to an owner of two cats who may need to give one up.
August 29, 2022

Fashion Trends: Coastal Grandma and Vintage Shops

Two fashion trends – the coastal grandma style and shopping at thrift and vintage clothing ...

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Diane Keaton and Jack Nicholson in "Something's Gotta Give." Warner Brothers. Two fashion trends – coastal grandma style and shopping at vintage and thrift stores – work as well for senior women as younger women.
August 29, 2022

Therapy Can Help, Even 62 Years Later

A 73-year-old woman was molested when she was 11 but has kept her story to ...

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sad contemplative woman. Photo by Ruslan Huzau, Dreamstime. A 73-year-old woman was molested when she was 11. She has a happy life but wonders if therapy can help, and how. See what Ask Amy advises.
August 26, 2022

Adopting a Senior Dog: A Perfect Match for Seniors

For senior adults, adopting a senior dog may be the perfect match, writes dog lover ...

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older woman with a cute, big-earred, hound-like senior dog. Photo by Pojoslaw, Dreamstime. For senior adults, adopting a senior dog may be the perfect match. A look at the upsides and downsides of adopting older pets from a shelter.
August 24, 2022

Musings on Afterlife, Science and His Wife’s Death

Columnist Robert C. Koehler ponders a panel discussion on consciousness and the afterlife and recalls ...

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Grave of the Painter Therese Van Duyl-Schwartze at the Nieuwe Ooster at Amsterdam the Netherlands 2020. By Robert Van ‘t Hoenderdaal, Dreamstime. Columnist Robert C. Koehler ponders a panel discussion on consciousness and the afterlife, and recalls his wife’s death, 22 years earlier.
August 22, 2022

Funny Games for Game Night

Games are often associated with childhood, but they can benefit people of all ages. They ...

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multigenerational family playing charades. Photo by Monkey Business Images, Dreamstime. Try these funny games to experience all the benefits of games: social bonding, active minds, combatting depression, and laughter.
August 22, 2022

Honoring Funeral Wishes – Including Not Having One

A wife is abiding by her late husband’s funeral wishes. However, her in-laws are none ...

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grieving widow - photo by Katarzyna Bialasiewicz, Dreamstime. A wife is abiding by her late husband’s funeral wishes, but his family displeased and she feels conflicted. See what Ask Amy advises.
August 18, 2022

The Importance of Hydration for Seniors

Seniors Guide examines the critical and sometimes-overlooked issue of hydration for seniors. The natural aging ...

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woman drinking water outside. Syda Productions, Dreamstime. Natural aging, medications, and dementia increase dehydration issues. SG looks at the problem and offers solutions for hydration for seniors.