As people age, they often think that they do not have the time to make new friends, and that they are doomed to live a lonely existence. However, this is not the case. Many senior citizens find that some of their most loyal friends are those that they make at this stage in their life….

When the weather turns warmer and the days become longer, most people are glad to see summer coming their way. But, summer heat brings about a new problem, especially senior citizens. Every year there are stories reported on the news about seniors who are having issues with the heat, casing heat stroke and in many…

Are you a grandparent? Have you ever thought about paying a portion or all of your grandkids college costs? As a grandparent myself, I’ve dreamt of being able to provide this for my granddaughter. After all, children are our future of this world. Is this a realistic dream or financially possible? As a grandparent, I…

Talking with your doctor is important when you reach the age in which you are considered a senior citizen. There may be underlying problems that you need your doctor to be aware of. However, there are many seniors who feel as though when they go to the doctor they do not really talk with their…

As many senior citizens age, they find that they must find alternate ways of getting around since they can no longer drive. For many seniors, it can feel as though they simply have to sit at home and cannot go anywhere as they are unsure of what they can do in order to get out….

Having the right hairdresser can make a huge difference between being happy and confident and being mortified at your current style and cut. Most people have been in the position that a new hairdresser cuts their hair too short, styles it wrong and they end up wishing that they have never made a change. For…

When a man retires, it is custom for him to receive a retirement gift. Many times, the man will receive more than one gift, as his significant other may give him something and even his family may give him a small token of gratitude for all the years that he put in at the job….

As you age, it gets harder and harder to find a doctor who not only is compatible with you, but with who you can trust. Trust is a major issue that needs that be present in any doctor patient relationship. When there is no trust, a person will not be ready to listen to what…

A snowbird is a person who travels south for the winter months, while returning north when the weather is much better. For seniors who have retired, this is often what they will do. In doing this, they avoid having to deal with snow, ice and bitter cold temperature’s. For those who are just getting to…

One of the health issues that many senior citizens worry about is their cholesterol. It is not uncommon to find a senior taking medication that is meant to help lower this level. However, when asking a senior what they believe constitutes high cholesterol, most of these seniors are unsure. They just know that their doctor…