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By Sharon O'Brien, About.com Guide to Senior Living since 2004

Safe Senior Exercise: Healthy Exercise Tips for Older Adults

Friday August 31, 2007
Exercise benefits everyone, at any age. If you decided to get in shape but you've been sedentary for awhile or you have a chronic medical problem, check out these ... Read More

Senior Dating: Can A Widower Overcome Guilt and Start Dating Again?

Thursday August 30, 2007
After a long and happy marriage, John is beginning to start thinking about dating again. He wants companionship and love, but feels like he is betraying his late wife. Here's ... Read More

Humor: Time on Your Hands? Try These Questions…

Wednesday August 29, 2007
Why do we sing "take me out to the ball game” when we are already there? And if love is blind, why is lingerie so popular? These life questions, and ... Read More

Get Food and Drug Recall Alerts to Keep Yourself Safe

Tuesday August 28, 2007
Unfortunately, older adults are more vulnerable to problems caused by tainted food and unsafe medications because chronic illness, other medications and the aging process can weaken the immune system. It's ... Read More

Why Being a Caregiver is Hard on Your Health

Monday August 27, 2007
While providing care for a loved one can be a rewarding experience, it can also take a toll on your health. What aspects of being a caregiver are especially stressful? ... Read More

More Seniors Face Injury and Death from Falling Down

Thursday August 23, 2007
Over the past several years, the frequency of preventable injuries among people age 65 and older, especially injuries caused by falling down, has increased dramatically. Follow these guidelines to help ... Read More

Lower Body Exercises Improve Strength and Balance

Wednesday August 22, 2007
This how-to exercise series focuses on the lower body to improve balance and reduce your risk of injury from falling down. These simple lower body exercises include safety tips, and ... Read More

7 Timeshare Tips Every Consumer Should Know

Tuesday August 21, 2007
Depending on who you talk to, buying a timeshare can be a great vacation option -- or a decision you'll regret for years. If you are considering a timeshare, check ... Read More

Grand Travel: Ideas for Travel with Grandchildren

Monday August 20, 2007
Grandparents traveling with grandchildren is becoming so popular that someone gave it a name: Grand Travel. Many travel tour organizations now offer grand travel vacations specifically designed to provide rewarding ... Read More

For Caregivers: How to Maintain Hope

Friday August 17, 2007
One of the biggest challenges that caregivers face is keeping hope alive - for themselves and the people they care for - while facing the realities of a serious illness. ... Read More

How to Choose a Pet Boarding Kennel

Thursday August 16, 2007
Many older adults enjoy traveling with their pets but it's not always practical, or even possible, to take your pet along when you travel. How can you find a safe ... Read More

Emergency Room Survival Tips

Wednesday August 15, 2007
No one wants to go to a hospital emergency room, but if you have an illness or injury that requires a trip to the ER, these emergency room survival ... Read More

Online Dating Site Reviews for Older Adults

Tuesday August 14, 2007
More and more, older adults are finding companionship and love online. But where do you begin? These reviews of the top online dating sites that cater to older adults will ... Read More

Positive Thinking Helps You Feel Better, Longer

Monday August 13, 2007
Have you noticed that some people continue to feel good and stay active well into their senior years, while others appear to age rapidly and experience increased health problems? We ... Read More

10 Tips for Travel with Grandchildren

Friday August 10, 2007
Planning a getaway with your grandchildren, perhaps during the coming holidays? These 10 tips for travel with grandchildren will help you plan a travel adventure that that everyone can enjoy ... Read More

Exercise Tips for Baby Boomers: How to Avoid Sports Injuries

Wednesday August 8, 2007
We know that exercise is good for us, and can even slow down some of the body's aging processes. But if you haven't exercised in awhile, it's important to start ... Read More

Get Free Publications About Social Security Benefits

Monday August 6, 2007
These five free U.S. government publications can help you understand Social Security benefits, including how Social Security works, which Social Security benefits you may be entitled to, how to protect ... Read More

Why Seniors and Baby Boomers Want Retirement Jobs

Friday August 3, 2007
It used to be that retirement meant getting a gold watch and spending your days rocking on the porch, but for many older adults retirement now includes having a job. ... Read More

How Environmental Hazards Increase Your Risk of Heart Disease and Stroke

Thursday August 2, 2007
The EPA reports that indoor and outdoor pollution, unsafe drinking water, and household chemicals all increase the risk of heart disease and stroke in older adults. Learn how these environmental ... Read More

Baby Boomer Sports Injuries Keep Doctors Busy

Wednesday August 1, 2007
Baby boomers are exercising more than any previous generation, using regular workouts to maintain health, manage stress, and improve their quality of life. But sport injuries from running, swimming and ... Read More

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