Aging Well August 24th
“Exercise the body you have, not the one you used to have or the one you wish you had.” This quote, which I recently saw at The Dalles Fitness and Court Club, reminded me how often our unrealistic expectations get in the way of what we think we can physically do or can’t do. But […]
Aging Well August 17th
Curiosity had been described as “… the wick in the candle of learning “… the lust of the mind”, “…one of the great secrets of happiness”. And because it keeps our minds active, creates an excitement and appreciation for all of life’s wonders and opens new windows to fresh ideas that will challenge and engage […]
Aging Well August 10
In Wasco, Hood River and Sherman counties, over nine-hundred folks are residing in state licensed long term care facilities such as nursing facilities, assisted living facilities and adult foster care homes – and many are without close family or friends. Even in the best facilities stuff happens and in many states these residents would have […]
Aging Well August 2nd
These are difficult times. As we gradually pull out of the worst economic meltdown since the great depression, many folks are still struggling. And even though older adults are covered by Social Security and Medicare, for many this publicly supported safety net is not enough as the costly demands of aging increase. In the past […]
Aging Well July 27th
Senior Living July 27th “Change is inevitable – except from a vending machine” observed Robert C. Gallagher. But change creates challenges that as we get older we need be prepared for. During these modern times, more often than not, our children are scattered like seeds in the wind – living who knows where. But by […]
Aging Well July 20th
There a reason I’m married. Saturday morning I wanted to open up the Center by 5:30 so the volunteers would be ready to serve the Cowboy breakfast by 7:30 – for those who like their breakfast bright and early. But when I woke up that morning, it was 5:25. (The alarm did go off at […]
Aging Well July 13th
I remember the days growing up in Indiana – hot and humid, without air conditioning: sleeping uncovered – spread out like you were ready to be frisked by a city cop; every morning emptying the water from the dehumidifier; and getting out of the car – the back of my shirt drenched with sweat. Ah, […]
Aging Well July 6th
How do you feel about family reunions? My wife and I recently spent five days in Bend with my brother and sister who flew out from back east. We had a good time: playing games, sightseeing, eating, and catching up on the present while sharing stories from the past. (I am always impressed how my […]
Aging Well June 29th
I can never remember where I parked the car; can’t even remember eating my banana; and what I do remember – I find out never happened. Sound familiar? And because of these memory lapses, you may have considered taking a “memory screening” test – offered at pharmacies or health fares – to see if this […]
Aging Well June 22
We all pass through different stages in our lives – for young children, psychologists have identified “ages and stages” – from first steps, through the “terrible twos” to becoming mommies little helper. But as we age we don’t need experts to explain our life stages – through life experience we discover them ourselves. For Jeri […]