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Birdwatching in the Yukon: 6 Incredible Birds and Where to Find Them
Ready to try birdwatching in the Yukon? Here are 6 incredible birds and where to find them.
Find Adventure in a Book: 6 Reading Resources & Subscriptions You Will Love
Find your next adventure in a book! Here are 6 reading resources and subscriptions you will love.
Art and Seniors: 7 Activities to Encourage Creativity
Feeling artistic? Here are seven activities to encourage creativity that are perfect for seniors.
7 Fun Autumn Crafts for Seniors
Searching for something fun to do on a chilly fall day? Welcome the change in season with these delightful autumn crafts!
Let’s Celebrate the Canada 55+ Games!
The Canada 55+ Games were held in Kamloops, British Columbia this year. Learn more about the Games and how you can get involved!
Senior Living Communities: Know the Differences
Making a move to a senior living community isn’t a small decision, and it can be confusing if you don’t know what all the labels mean. Would you be best served by an independent living, assisted living, long-term care, or hospice community? The choices can feel overwhelming, and you don’t want to make the wrong decision.
5 Tips for Making New Friends in a Senior Living Community
Moving is always a daunting prospect. You worry about fitting in and making friends. Fortunately, when you move to a senior living community, you are surrounded by peers, so chances are good you’ll have things in common with your neighbors. Here are five tips for making new friends in a senior living community.
Get Back in the Kitchen: 7 Delicious Meal Ideas Seniors Love to Make
As we get older, we often appreciate the convenience of not having to cook. But sometimes, we want to host visitors, don’t feel like going to the dining room, or just want to cook because it’s fun. So why not get back in the kitchen and whip something up? Here are seven delicious meal ideas seniors love to make.
4 Signs You're Ready to Consider Moving to a Senior Living Community
Moving is always a daunting thought. Change is hard, and it can be difficult to make big decisions. However, as we age, it makes sense to make our lives as easy as possible. Independent living could be just the change you need to live your best life. Here are four signs you’re ready to consider moving to a senior living community.
Herb Gardens at Home: 6 Tips for Every Senior Green Thumb
Is there anything more wonderful than the taste of food you’ve grown in your own garden? Fortunately, when it comes to herbs, there’s no reason you can’t have them all year long! All you need is an available window or balcony, and you’ll have fresh herbs at your fingertips any time you want them. Here are six tips for every senior green thumb to grow herb gardens at home.
8 Excuses to Host a Dinner Party
Hosting a dinner party is a wonderful way to connect with family and friends. After all, everyone loves food and good conversation! And the best part is, you don’t need to wait for a big holiday like Christmas to host one! Here are eight excuses you can use to host a dinner party today.
7 Rainy Day Activities You Can Enjoy at Any Age
Rainy days often seem gloomy, but with a little creativity, they become cozy and fun. Plus, since many outdoor activities are canceled, you may find that rainy days present an excellent opportunity to spend time with family and friends who are otherwise always on the go.
Budget Friendly Healthy Eating Tips for Older Adults
We all know that it’s important to eat healthy, but it’s also expensive! It can be tempting to grab cheap, processed food and snacks, but those types of food don’t have much (if any!) nutritional value. And they come with unwanted effects on your health. Fortunately, it IS possible to stick to a budget and still eat healthy. Here are some budget friendly healthy eating tips for older adults.
5 Pieces of Technology Every Senior Needs to Stay Connected
Whether you’re concerned about COVID, have health problems that often prevent you from meeting up with people, or simply live farther away from friends and family than you’d like, finding ways to stay connected is important. Thankfully, technology makes it easier than ever to stay in touch with the people we can’t always visit in person. Here are five pieces of technology every senior needs to stay connected.
So, You’ve Made the Decision to Move. Here Are Some Tips on Downsizing Your Home
So you’ve made the decision to move, but now, you face the seemingly insurmountable task of downsizing your home. But where do you even begin? Fortunately, there are ways to make the transition easier. Here are some tips on downsizing your home.