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Sharon's Senior Living Blog September 2008 Archive

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

Best Exercises for Older Adults: Cardio & Stretching

Tuesday September 30, 2008
In addition to strength and balance, there are two types of exercises recommended for older adults: Endurance and Cardio Exercises help to keep your heart healthy and increase your metabolism. Stretching ... Read More

Planning to Retire Soon? Make a Retirement Planning Checklist

Monday September 29, 2008
If you are thinking about retiring in the next 5+ years, learn from your predecessors and make a retirement planning checklist now. In a survey, 57 percent of recent retirees ... Read More

Simple Home Modifications Enable Independent Living

Friday September 26, 2008
For many older adults, independent living -- in their own houses or apartments -- is an important factor in the quality of their lives, and you may be surprised to ... Read More

Online Tools Help You Find the Best Places to Retire

Tuesday September 23, 2008
Finding the best places to retire depends on many personal factors. Climate, access to entertainment and community services, cost of living and cultural ammenities just a few of the criteria ... Read More

Reduce Loneliness: How to Meet New People When It's Difficult to Get Around

Friday September 19, 2008
Many people feel lonely, especially if they have become homebound or socially isolated because of health, family demands or other circumstances, but loneliness doesn't have to be a permanent condition. ... Read More

Why Whole Grain Foods are Better for Older Adults

Wednesday September 17, 2008
The next time you have toast or a sandwich, make sure you choose whole grain bread. Here's information on a study showing that older adults who eat whole grain ... Read More

Looking for Friendship? Here’s a Great Way to Meet New People

Monday September 15, 2008
When you meet new people, you increase your chances for adding companionship, intellectual stimulation, humor, and joy to your life. Here's a fun way to meet new people who live ... Read More

Community Information: Everything You Need to Know

Friday September 12, 2008
What kind of community information would you like to have? How about... Which diseases are most prevalent? Where can you find health resources? How healthy is your local economy? Which services ... Read More

Grieving and Healing: Five Steps to Help You Through the Grieving Process

Thursday September 11, 2008
Following the death of a beloved person or pet, it's normal for feelings of grief and loss to come flooding back. While it may be tempting to deny grief in ... Read More

Accessible Travel: Expert Advice for People with Disabilities

Monday September 8, 2008
As more seniors set out to explore the world, including those with disabilities, the demand for accessible travel options is growing. In this interview with accessible travel expert Candy Harrington, ... Read More

6 Tips to Avoid Credit Card Late Fees

Friday September 5, 2008
In 2008, more Americans face higher credit card bills than last year. Seniors and others on a fixed income are especially vulnerable to making mistakes that result in high credit ... Read More

Get Healthy, Stay Healthy: Senior Exercise Tips

Monday September 1, 2008
Exercise benefits everyone, at any age. If you've decided to get in shape but you've been sedentary for awhile--or you have a chronic medical problem--check out these senior exercise tips ... Read More
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