Knowledge that supports independent living
Our blog provides adults with thoughtful articles and resources designed to ease everyday living and well-being so you can live in your home through retirement. Learn how to foresee challenges, discover the latest in-home technology, and stay informed on what matters most when it comes to living independently.
Traveling in your later years is a bit like fine wine, it gets better with age, mostly because you finally have the time, the wisdom, and the unapologetic confidence to advocate for what you want.
The last bit of holiday magic is getting all the garlands and globes back in the bins but with the right tools and some thoughtful planning you can be ready for your long winter's nap in no time!
If you think resolutions are just for twenty‑somethings with gym memberships they never use, think again. Older adults have every reason to embrace them and a few advantages, too.
A holiday message of Hope.
Be ready for the everyday catwalk down the grocery store aisle, with winning solutions that don’t pinch, itch, or demand an instruction manual.
Holiday movie nights are the perfect obsession for retired workaholics. It's so satisfying to sooth your sole with a festive shared experience centered on your favorite seasonal classic while you contemplate challenging questions like "Is "Die Hard" really a Christmas movie?"
Cooking during the holidays means you need to multitask like an expert to avoid accident and injury. Learn tips to keep seasoned cooks from getting burned.
If your idea of holiday decorating involves an overstuffed storage tub, a wobbly ladder, and a prayer, it might be time to rethink your strategy. Whether you're a seasoned elf or just here for the cookies, this guide will help you deck the halls like a pro without the hassle.
The holidays are basically a marathon of meals disguised as celebrations and while your body likely bounced back quickly when you were younger, that might be tougher now. But don’t worry, this guide will help you navigate the season’s culinary chaos with grace, good humor, and maybe even a slice of pecan pie.
Winter is rolling in like that relative who shows up uninvited and stays until spring - cold, pushy, and secretly monkeying with your thermostat. But fear not! With a little planning and a sense of humor, you can glide through the season like a pro.
Playing games is an important part of life for older adults. They help keep minds sharp, emotions in check, bodies fit and help us build shared experiences.
How to stay connected to family, friends, neighbors and your inner child with pumpkins, costumes, shared stories and activities during the Halloween holiday.
Let’s face it, aging is a full-time job. And the supplement aisle? It’s like Vegas - bright lights, big promises, and a 50/50 chance you’re wasting your money. So grab your readers and let’s decode the vitamin roulette together.
Books improve brain health, mental health and physical health. Try our brain puzzle books, health trackers and journals or engage in a new favorite novel.
100 gift ideas for older adults, seniors, retirees that will help them remain confident and independent.
Drinking glass can be heavy and slippery, accidents are messy and risky. Acrylic is affordable, practical and beautiful.
let's redesign cleaning day to lighten the load and reduce the strain.
Don’t have to choose between your pet and falls prevention. With a few tweaks, you can keep your home safe, your pet happy, and your confidence standing tall.
Older adults, seniors need home security system to feel confident at night. Deter crime, reduce anxiety. Ring Home Alarm, Doorbell, Alexa.
How to make stairs, stairwells, steps homes safe, avoid falls, senior safety. Age in place.
What to consider when choosing a cane, particularly for the first time.
staying fit may be the most important thing for older adults to live independently longer
Older adults can avoid falls by using delivery services when weather is bad or you're not feeling well. Consider amazon prime, amazon fresh, whole foods.
tub, shower, toilet grab bars for seniors, older adults for fall prevention
hand-held shower wand recommendations for older adults and seniors to prevent falls in the bathroom
hearing aids, amplifier ear buds for older adults and seniors to age in place and address falls prevention.
lighting ideas, touch lamps, motion switches, smart bulbs for older adults and seniors to prevent falls and age in place
shoes, slippers, boots for seniors and older adults to prevent falls
manage lamp, appliance and TV electrical cords for older adults and seniors to prevent falls at home.
A resource to help you live confidently in your home for as long as you choose.
