Category: LIFE
Follow this fitness formula for a flatter stomach this fall
By Rita La Rosa Loud, B.S. For quicker belly fat reduction and visible abs, try these tips alongside the exercises from my May 2023 “Melt Your Belly Fat: A Three-Step Series” article.Develop a lifestyle planTruthfully, it takes...
Read MoreFour factors to guide care decisions and help you make the right choices for your situation
By Mark Friedman Having a personalized plan – as we discussed in last month’s article – is one of the most important steps you can take to age well. Once you’ve outlined your priorities, values, and preferences, you’ll find it...
Read MoreRecognizing the profound impact of smaller losses helps stabilize the Jenga tower of grief
By Meghan Fitzpatrick, Hospice & Palliative Care RepresentativeOld Colony Hospice & Palliative Care I was sitting in a class about compassion fatigue last week when something the instructor said struck me. She was...
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Maybe it’s time to think about selling the family home. Here’s how to get started By Korey Welch, Owner of Boom Realty and Senior Mortgage Broker, Loan Factory Maintenance is becoming a bit much. Utility bills are...
Read MorePut one foot in front of the other – the importance of walking
By Rita La Rosa Loud, B.S. Why you should walkAmong its numerous benefits, walking is easy, effective, and enjoyable. It is an activity that increases endorphins, helps to reduce fat, expend calories, and especially strengthen...
Read MoreThe need to create a personalized plan that balances wants and needs
By Mark Friedman “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” — Benjamin Franklin Most of us want the same thing as we age: to stay comfortable, safe, and connected in the place we call home. But successful aging doesn’t...
Read MoreGrief and grace – How losses large and small help us remember what truly matters in life
By Meghan Fitzpatrick, Hospice & Palliative Care RepresentativeOld Colony Hospice & Palliative Care September 11th was on my mind for obvious reasons this past month.It was my first experience with national tragedy, and...
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Downsizing must-haves for seniors By Korey Welch, Owner of Boom Realty and Senior Mortgage Broker, Loan Factory Downsizing doesn’t have to feel like a loss. It can feel like a grand adventure and an exploration of your heart’s...
Read MoreArtificial Intelligence in dentistry: helpful or hurtful?
By Dr. Richard Wolfert, DMD The Toothboss, www.toothboss.com A patient asked me about artificial intelligence (AI) in dentistry the other day. It reminded me of a story a copywriter friend once shared about parenting his...
Read MoreCelebrating Grandparents Day and the important role they play as family caregivers
By Nicole Long, MSW, LICSW CEO of Old Colony Elder Services Every year, on the first Sunday after Labor Day, we celebrate Grandparents Day! It is a special day to honor and connect with grandparents and pay tribute to them for...
Read MoreFavorite squat exercises for seniors to enhance quality of life and develop confidence
By Rita La Rosa Loud, B.S. I’ve grown to appreciate squats even more as I’ve entered my senior years. Squats are versatile exercises that can be tailor-made for fitness levels of all ages, including seniors. Whether performed...
Read MoreThe Sandwich Generation: Navigating care for kids and aging parents in Boston and the South Shore
By Mark Friedman If you’re raising children while also supporting aging parents, you’re not alone. You’re part of the Sandwich Generation – an increasing number of adults balancing the intense responsibilities of caring for two...
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