Articles On:Lifestyle

June 17, 2022

Exercises to Maintain Balance

Losing one’s balance can lead to very serious injuries including hip fractures, broken bones, brain ...

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couple doing squats at home photo by Pojoslaw Dreamstime. Losing balance can lead to serious injuries especially for older adults. Exercises to maintain balance can help: squats, leg lifts, etc.
June 14, 2022

Free Online Games for Seniors

Seniors Guide recommends free online games for seniors to provide mental stimulation and everyday enjoyment, ...

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couple on a laptop, possibly playing a puzzle Wavebreakmedia Dreamstime. Seniors Guide recommends free online games for seniors to provide mental stimulation and everyday enjoyment, like Sudoku, Wordle, and Jumble.
June 13, 2022

Summertime Pet Safety Tips

Summer means extra time outdoors. Sunny months provide a perfect opportunity for bonding with pets, ...

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dog in goggles by a pool photo by Anke Van Wyk Dreamstime. Heat, seasonal pests, and travel pose dangers for dogs, cats, and other pets. Follow these summertime pet safety tips for a safe, fun summer.
June 13, 2022

Dividing an Estate: Should Everyone Get Equal?

A woman whose three grown children treat her very differently wonders about dividing an estate ...

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woman on swing pondering question - photo by Robert Bayer, Dreamstime. A woman questions dividing an estate among her three grown children: based on how they treat her or a three-way split? “Ask Amy” weighs in.
June 8, 2022

Find a Walking Tip to Keep You Moving

Among Seniors Guide’s five walking tips, you’re sure to find a walking tip that motivates ...

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couple walking on beach photo by Ammentorp Dreamstime. Find a walking tip that motivates you: reflecting on the benefits, establishing a routine, achieving goals, exercise with companions and more.
June 7, 2022

Moving Long Distance with Pets

Moving to a retirement home often involves uprooting dogs and cats and other pets as ...

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dog and cat in airport photo by Taniawild Dreamstime. Tips for moving long distance with pets are useful for anyone moving, downsizing, or transitioning to a retirement home, taking dogs or cats.
June 6, 2022

Wife Wants Husband to Destroy Old Photos

A husband asks Amy Dickinson for advice regarding an ongoing dispute: she wants him to ...

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old photo album - image by Milosluz, Dreamstime. A husband asks Amy Dickinson for advice on an ongoing dispute: she wants him to destroy old photos of his ex-wife. See What Ask Amy says.
May 31, 2022

Treat Your Cat to a Catio

You want your precious feline to be happy as well as safe and healthy. Letting ...

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cat sleeping on a patio - photo by Kyrylo Glivin Dreamstime. A "catio" can help you keep your kitty safe and healthy while protecting wildlife. Use these ideas to create your pet's personal cat patio.
May 30, 2022

Grandpa’s Rough-Housing Leads to Tears

A young mom is concerned about grandpa’s rough-housing with her 4-year-old son. The boy agrees ...

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A mom is bothered by grandpa’s rough-housing with her 4-year-old son but is unsure how to approach the situation. What does “Ask Amy” say?
May 23, 2022

Widower Asks Son for Dating Permission

A widower asks his son for dating permission and receives an adamant “no.” Is it ...

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father and son after argument photo by Fizkes Dreamstime. A widower asks his son for dating permission and receives an adamant “no.” What should Dad do? See what “Ask Amy” has to say.