A Senior Citizen Guide for College

 If you are over 55 then you may have questions about senior citizens' apartments. Though there are many good reasons to consider a senior apartment, each person’s circumstances differ greatly. For example, some seniors will be looking for apartments that offer a stronger sense of community. Other individuals will be looking for senior living alternatives that allow more freedom to travel. Below are some questions that seniors should consider when searching for senior living accommodations. Will I be near family? In many circumstances, it can be important for the elderly to be near family for physical needs and emotional support.  Do residents share common areas? Some independent living facilities feature shared living areas such as cafeterias and sitting areas. It is important to evaluate your personal need for space and privacy. What are the Parking Arrangements? Will there be assigned parking or will parking be first come first serve? In addition, some apartments provide free pa

       Workout to look younger is obviously an attainable goal.  My Pinterest collection Beauty over 50 is a prime example of what’s possible when one puts forth the effort to improve their quality of life.  These pictures are examples of people from all walks of life putting their health as a priority.  They devised a workout to look younger and it has paid off.  And this is just the tip of the iceberg, there are many more people jumping on the workout bandwagon.  Most folks are staying close to home these days because of social distancing so why not give yourself some piece of mind and added protection by getting into shape.  By the time this is over you could look like a rockstar, or at least a few years younger.      Getting started is the hardest part for putting together a workout to look younger.  If your sitting down reading this then put your weight on your arms that are supported against the table and lift your knees up to touch the underside of the surface.  Repeat this exer

   Cell phones for the aging population require certain features that make them user-friendly.  A dependable familiar brand is just not enough for you to purchase on these criteria alone.  Nowadays cellphones have exciting features that are consumer-oriented.  Features like a larger keypad and hearing aid compatibility are important factors to consider.  Furthermore, certain carriers offer discounts and perks geared toward cell phones for the aging population.   Picking out the perfect phone depends on how tech-savvy one is as well.  Here we will try to illustrate what works best for you and your situation.             Consumer Cellular is a carrier with Award Winning 100% customer support.  They have low monthly fees and no contract plans with a 100% risk-free guarantee.   AARP members enjoy special benefits as well as a 5% discount that applies to their service.  They carry 22 plus different models of phones to choose from with superior nationwide coverage.  Their models inclu

I once visited a relative in an assisted living facility; he smoked so we sat outdoors on the patio with the other smokers. An elderly man walked up and sat down beside me, but instead of a cigarette, he sipped a cup of coffee. He was very friendly and as we talked, he told me that the doctor had advised no coffee or caffeine because it was bad for his heart. “But I enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning,” he said. He said that the nurse on duty would fuss at him if she saw him with a morning coffee, so to avoid any conflict; he hid out with the smokers. I thought about that gentleman recently and I wondered how much coffee is consumed daily. After browsing the web, I came up with some interesting facts about Americans and coffee. The amount of caffeine in coffee does pose certain health risks to  certain  individuals.   You should always talk to your  doctor before  making any dietary or lifestyle changes. Within the U.S., 64% of adults report drinking at least one cup of coffee on an a

        Extending your education well into your senior years is not only fun, it can also give you something to engage in outside of your home.  Continued learning has proven to be beneficial to your health.   Keeping sharp and putting your brain to greater use on a regular basis has shown to decrease risk for alzheimer's and dementia.    All states have at least some type of program benefiting senior citizens who would like to go back to school,  either for an actual degree or just single classes to further interests, or simply to improve quality of life.  Click HERE for a more in depth list of virtually EVERY college in EVERY state with links to their homepage as well as additional resources directly regarding senior citizens.  1. ALABAMA Two year colleges are entirely free for seniors in the state of Alabama.   Here is a list of all colleges in the state of Alabama.  Alabama Financial Aid policy 2. ALASKA Tuition information for the University of Alaska in regards to senior c

For starters, I would like to get my disclaimer out of the way by saying that  I am not a doctor and I do not play one on the internet. I am a traveler who has had the opportunity to visit countries such as Israel, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, and many others. During my travels, I have gathered some good  tips on how to travel safely.  A few of these life lessons have come in handy during this Covid-19 season. Take Sanitizer This may sound like common sense, but I am not referring to hand sanitizer only. My wife and I have made it a habit to take a bottle of  sanitizing cleaner or Lysol spray  when we go on trips. Before we unload our luggage, we do a thorough cleaning of any surfaces that we routinely touch. This includes any  high-traffic areas such as doorknobs, handles, and countertop surfaces .  Plan outdoor activities  We recently went on a six-night trip, and every day we planned outdoor activities. For your next trip, think outdoors;  hiking, biking, fishing, golf, beaches, etc .  Th