Category: HEALTH
A thoughtful goodbye – and a responsible handoff to a new healthcare provider
By Dr. Richard Wolfert, DMD The Toothboss, www.toothboss.com Over the years, many of my patients have shared this similar story. They arrive for a medical appointment, sometimes after waiting weeks or even months, only to...
Read MoreSenior Living. Senior Solutions. Made Simple. How proper preparation can create a stress-free process for selling your house this spring
By Korey Welch, Owner of Boom Realty and Senior Mortgage Broker, Loan Factory Spring is nature’s way of saying, “Let’s begin again.” And for many senior citizens, that whisper of warm air and birdsong may also be saying,...
Read MoreLiving in the middle: When you’re 62, still working full speed, and supporting your parents
By Mark Friedman At 62, I imagined I would be easing into a different chapter – mentoring, traveling, enjoying grandchildren, perhaps scaling back professionally. Instead, like a growing number of us, I live in the “middle,”...
Read MoreDaily stretching for adults and seniors – whether dynamic or static – supports overall physical health
By Rita La Rosa Loud, B.S. Prior to exploring advantages exclusively with flexibility training, Westcott and La Rosa Loud’s conclusive studies combining strength training with stretching demonstrated a 20% increase in strength...
Read MoreManaging your prescriptions: Navigating ‘lifestyle’ medications in 2026
By Patricia Prewitt My Personal Rx Adviser What Are ‘lifestyle’ medications? Insurance companies often categorize certain drugs as “lifestyle” products. These typically include treatments for hair growth, skin care, men’s and...
Read MoreA heart for service and a gift for connection: Meet Rubya Miranda
Behind every thoughtful schedule at Celtic Angels Home Health Care is a deep understanding of people – their needs, routines, and the comfort that comes from consistency. For Rubya Miranda, scheduling coordinator at the Weymouth...
Read MoreThe worst time to ignore dental problems? Winter – no question about it
By Dr. Richard Wolfert, DMD The Toothboss, www.toothboss.com For seniors, cold weather, icy sidewalks, and shorter days make it tempting to delay dental visits. Yet when it comes to your oral health, winter is the worst...
Read MoreIs Medicare’s out-of-pocket cap truly saving beneficiaries money?
By Patricia Prewitt My Personal Rx Adviser I have been following with interest reports on the impact of the 2025 cap on out-of-pocket prescription costs from various healthcare sources, including government websites. The data is...
Read MoreNational Caregivers Day and the importance of self-care
By Michelle Sonia, President and CEO Seniors Helping Seniors Boston South Shore This February 20, we celebrate National Caregivers Day. Caregivers come in many forms – from healthcare professionals to family,...
Read MoreSenior Living. Senior Solutions. Made Simple. What is in your best interest when it comes to interest rates and choosing a mortgage?
By Korey Welch, Owner of Boom Realty and Senior Mortgage Broker, Loan Factory For many people, retirement is a time to simplify, enjoy life, and feel secure in their finances. Yet for a growing number of seniors, buying a...
Read MoreFrom planning to action: Bringing your aging plan full circle
By Mark Friedman Over the past several months, this column has focused on one core idea: successful aging does not happen by accident. It happens when individuals and families take time – before a crisis – to think through...
Read MoreStarting over after 50 is not a crisis – it is a powerful opportunity.
By Junie Moon Starting over after 50 can feel both exhilarating and unsettling. It is a new chapter, a fresh beginning, and a moment that invites reflection, courage, and choice. While some people refer to this phase as a...
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