It is a busy time of year for many as calendars are filled with holiday parties and family gatherings. But for some, particularly retirees living alone, this season puts a painful exclamation point on
The holiday season is a time for joy, togetherness, and creating happy new memories with family and friends. For families with senior loved ones who live in continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), there are
The holiday season is here! If you live in Virginia’s Northern Neck region, you’re in for a treat: there are plenty of things to do in eastern Virginia this winter, including attending unique holiday
Photo courtesy of ABC. After being postponed due to the pandemic, the long-anticipated reality TV show “The Golden Bachelor” has finally hit the airwaves on ABC, and it is creating quite a
If you or a loved one is contemplating senior living options, it’s understandable that you might have questions or concerns about the cost of retirement communities. Yet as with any other major decision in
You’ve probably heard the quote “Getting old ain’t for sissies,” which is typically attributed to Bette Davis. Most of us would agree! As we grow older, our bodies often start to feel the wear
Autumn is a time for community, culture, and culinary exploration. For the best experience, it’s hard to beat fall festivals in Virginia. With leaves turning fiery hues and temperatures cooling, the state bursts into
There was an article posted recently on CNN.com about the challenges some adult children have when initiating a conversation with aging parents about their future. The article notes the reluctance of many older people
A recent survey by myLifeSite revealed that one of the top reasons older adults delay or avoid a move to a senior living community, such as a continuing care retirement community (CCRC/”life plan community”)
Whether you enjoy novels, history books, how-to guides, or anything in between, you might be surprised at how many advantages good reading habits can offer during retirement. Reading regularly can be good for you,
