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Accelerate Your Holiday Gift List with AdventureNearly everyone on your gift list may need a little revving up this year. Bringing a smile or much-needed dose of adventure is an easy way to leave a la

Make Raisins Part of Your Holiday SpreadPlanning your holiday menu? Dried cranberries are an ingredient found in many classic holiday recipes, but what you may not know is that they are packed with ad

Smart Holiday Gift IdeasMany of the season’s most popular gift ideas can generally be classified as “tech.” From smartphones and gaming systems to digital photo frames and smart home devices, tech jun

Pair and Pour Some Festive Holiday Cheer This SeasonWhile holiday traditions and celebrations will likely look different this year, the season is still special. Set the scene for a celebratory occasio

Last-Minute Gift Ideas for GamersIf you’re short on time to finish that holiday gift list, video games and collectibles are perfect for practically anyone on your list. The clock is ticking so conside

Make Your Holidays Merry with Free MoviesHoliday movies bring good cheer and festive fun to the season. Theaters may still be closed in many parts of the country, but you can find dozens of free holid

The Secret to Creating Happier HolidaysThis holiday season is almost certain to be unlike any before including physical distancing and unanticipated stressors. Many people are seeking positive relatio

Caught in the MiddleHelp for the Sandwich Generation- Twenty million American adults are caring for aging parents at the same time they\'re raising young children. Known as the Sandwich Generation, the

The Importance of Senior Fitness- According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), exercise and physical activity are some of the best things older adults can do to stay healthy. Even moderate ex

Comfortably Aging in PlaceHaving lived in the same ranch house for 55 years, John Heck’s grandparents wanted to make any and all necessary accommodations to allow them to peacefully age in place. Usin

Aging with Vitality, Grace and ConfidenceIt’s one of the great ironies of life: Your reward for surviving the tumultuous teen years, establishing a career and nurturing a family culminates in dry skin

3 Ways Seniors Can Control Prescription CostsFor 55 million Americans enrolled in Medicare, the New Year means any new Medicare Advantage or prescription drug plans, or any changes to your existing pl

Why Everyone Should Plan for Long-Term CareResearch suggests that most Americans turning age 65 will need some form of assistance with everyday activities, known as long-term care, as they grow older.

3 Ways Pups Can Improve Seniors\' HealthFurry friends can play a significant role in pet owners’ lives. The old saying goes, “dogs are man’s best friend,” and research shows they may be more than that.

New Medicare Cards are Designed to Reduce Medicare FraudMillions of people with Medicare will receive new, more secure Medicare cards in the mail in 2018. The new cards replace Social Security Number-

Selecting a Plan That’s Right for You During Medicare Open EnrollmentEach year between Oct. 15 and Dec. 7 people can make changes to their Medicare coverage options. Medicare’s annual Open Enrollment

Aiding Aging Parents: 4 tips to help overcome new challenges4 tips to help overcome new challengesIt’s not easy getting old, as the saying goes, and it can be even harder to watch your parents age. He

Engage at Every AgeYou are never too old (or young) to take part in activities that enrich your physical, mental and emotional well-being. No matter your age, there is no better time than now to start

How to Prepare for Life’s InevitabilitiesSpring offers the promise of warmer temperatures, but with spring cleaning, tax season and other responsibilities, it is also a season for planning.One inevita

It’s Time to Learn More About Your Loved OnesWith days of family picnics, vacations and reunions in the rearview mirror, it’s easy to move full steam ahead into the busy fall season and forget to make