Archive for October, 2023

  • Too Old to Work Out? Too Old to Work Out?

    By Logan Anderson, BA, CPT, CIFT Owner of All Strong Fitness LLC Since the day you were born, your life has been a continuous series of firsts. You had your first words, first friend, first vacation, and of course that memorable date (hopefully.) Despite all of that, there is a substantial portion...

  • Take Your Sleep Health Seriously Take Your Sleep Health Seriously

    By Paul R. Black, DDS, PC Diplomate American Sleep & Breathing Academy Sleep health has been in the news a lot lately. Everyone knows the importance of a good night’s sleep, and that quality sleep is the foundation of good physical and mental health. When you snore, especially over 50, it...

  • A Pause for Poetry A Pause for Poetry

    By Gary Heath Poet in Residence for 50+ Lifestyles. Old Oak Friend of Mine The old oak tree at my window, friend Of mine through years and seasons, Scenic beauty and solitary vedette for Me. And now the autumnal, blazing, Vivid palette fades past apogee array, Delicate, withered habilim...

  • Aging and You Aging and You

    It’s All About the Veteran By Julie Arndt Marketing Director at Ridgecrest Village Veteran’s Day is around the corner on November 11. It’s one day each year when the country pauses to pay tribute to all our military veterans who have served in the U.S. armed forces. Over the years as a so...

  • Ask the Audiologist Ask the Audiologist

    Myths vs. Facts: Dispelling Common Misconceptions About Hearing and Hearing Aids By Shelby Garrison, Au.D. Audiology Consultants, P.C. Hearing is a vital sense that enriches our lives and connects us to the world and people around us. Unfortunately, misconceptions about hearing loss and hearing a...

  • Small Town America Small Town America

    Part 1 of a two-part tale of travels in scenic central Iowa By Mary Schricker Gemberling “Travel is about the wonderful feeling of teetering in the unknown”.......Anthony Bourdain Those of you who follow this publication know that Gary and I love to travel in our motor home. It gives us an ...

  • 15th CASI Holiday Hat Bash 15th CASI Holiday Hat Bash

    By Gwen Tombergs Chair of CASI’s 2023 Hat Bash Fifteen years ago, a letter from a senior whose only Christmas gift was delivered by a CASI staff member spurred a movement. Lenora never knew how she impacted thousands of seniors who needed Christmas gifts and low-income senior services. Her let...

  • PUBLISHER’S CORNER PUBLISHER’S CORNER

    Treasuring Thanksgiving Memories and Traditions By Eloise Graham My early memories of this feast consisted of a noon meal of turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, bread/sage stuffing, sweet potatoes with brown sugar and marshmallows, homemade rolls and pumpkin pie. Oh, and olives and pickles served in a...