“Come to bootcamp with me! It’s so fun and you’ll feel great,” your friend encourages. You go along, you want to spend time with people you care about and fitness is important–what could go wrong? Strained muscles, new back problems, or knee pain; bodies over 50 have different needs and the goals of ‘fitness’ often […]
I read somewhere that retail sales have been surging on lipstick, dresses, and shoes. I imagine this is because, following a year of mandatory masks and lockdowns, contrasted with vaccinations and lower infection numbers, the entire world has decided to reschedule weddings, parties, family reunions, and travel for the summer of 2021. We had been […]
There are 2 common types of assisted living. First there’s the traditional large buildings with activity directors, transportation, and 100+ residents. It’s large but scalable with more amenities and services to offer residents. Then there’s the smaller residential home model – ‘mom and pop’ style with more individual attention. Loe Hornbuckle is the CEO and […]
In 1900, 1 in 25 Americans was a senior. In 2016, 1 in 8 Americans is a senior. In 2020, 1 in 6 Americans will be a senior. In 2030, the ratio will reach 1 in 5 and will remain there through 2050. Globally 8.5 percent of people worldwide (617 million) are aged 65 and over. […]
Hmmm… audience or song first? NOTE: The audio player should appear below, if not, please click on the title of this post and go online to hear. Available also on iTunes, TuneIn Radio, Stitcher, Spotify, Amazon, Podbean, most other podcast apps PLEASE REVIEW at ratethispodcast.com/atv When you’re performing on stage, which do you think is the stronger mode to be in… over the […]
WE DID IT! For the 3rd year in a row, my team and I were voted Best Senior Services Consultant in Denton County!! What an incredible honor. ABOUT THE AWARD: Murray Media Group highlights local Denton County businesses that demonstrate a combination of outstanding customer service and commitment to the community. Residents from Denton County […]
Did you know that adults age 65 and up have the highest hospital admission rates for dehydration? A UCLA study found that 40% of seniors may be chronically under-hydrated. Why is dehydration such a problem for seniors? There are several factors, such as: a decreased sense of thirst, medications, mobility issues, and cognitive impairment. Dehydration […]
We’re a month away from the publication of my next novel, the fifth in the John Ross Boomer Lit series. And today, I’m announcing the title and revealing the cover. Drum roll, please: The cover was designed by graphic artist Trisha Fitzgerald-Jung, who has produced many covers for Wings ePress in the past few years. […]
Are blurbs more effective in brick-and-mortar stores where prospective readers could pick up the book off a shelf and read the blurbs on the back cover or on one of the inside front pages? Or are they stronger on websites with catchy phrases to lure in potential readers? In other words, do they help readers […]
Nothing is worse than outliving your money Outliving your money makes for a sad ending. Your final years spent scraping and saving. A dream retirement deflated to a life of subsistence. A battle of the bills with you on the losing side. Lucky for you a massive retirement industry is there to save you from […]
