Lifestyle and Leisure
Essential Tips for Aging in Place: Safe and Comfortable Living
Aging in place means living in your own home safely and comfortably as you get older. Hi, I’m Betsy O’Leary, a Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS) and publisher of the Carolina Living Choices Retirement Guide. I’ve spent years helping retirees and their families navigate the journey of aging in place with confidence and peace…
Read MoreFinancial Planning for Retirement: Essential Tips and Strategies
Retirement is a significant milestone that brings freedom and new opportunities. However, ensuring financial stability during this stage of life requires careful planning. Whether you are approaching retirement or already enjoying it, having a solid financial plan can help you maintain your lifestyle, cover essential expenses, and reduce financial stress.
Read MoreStaying Social in Retirement: The Importance of Friendships and Community
Retirement is a time for relaxation, personal growth, and enjoying life to the fullest. While it offers freedom from work responsibilities, it can also bring unexpected challenges, including feelings of isolation.
Read MoreTraveling Solo in Retirement: Tips for Safe and Enjoyable Adventures
Retirement is a wonderful time to embrace travel, and solo adventures can be especially rewarding. Traveling alone allows you to set your own pace, explore destinations that interest you, and enjoy the freedom of your own schedule.
Read MoreFinding Trusted Professionals in a New Area: A Guide for Seniors
Moving to a new area can be both exciting and overwhelming, especially when it comes to finding trusted professionals like doctors, hairdressers, and dentists.
Read MoreLove in the Golden Years: Finding Romance as a Senior
Love in the Golden Years: Finding Romance as a Senior
For many, our senior years can bring unexpected opportunities to start fresh, including in the romance department. Whether you’ve been single for a while or find yourself newly so, the thought of dating can feel both exciting and a little intimidating.
Read More“How to Make Shopping with an Aging Parent a Little Easier” by our Publisher Betsy O’Leary
“How to Make Shopping with an Aging Parent a Little Easier” by our Publisher Betsy O’Leary
In my last blog, I shared the ups and downs of taking my mom shopping at Walmart. It was a trip full of memories, both sweet and bittersweet, but it wasn’t without its challenges. If you’re caring for an aging parent, you know how outings like these can be both meaningful and exhausting.
Read More“A Trip Down Memory Lane (and Detours) in the Aisles of Walmart” by our Publisher Betsy O’Leary
“A Trip Down Memory Lane (and Detours) in the Aisles of Walmart” by our Publisher Betsy O’Leary
Taking my mom shopping at Walmart for “a few things” seemed simple enough when we planned it. But as with many things in life, what started as a straightforward errand turned into a layered experience—one filled with nostalgia, moments of connection, and, I’ll admit, a fair share of frustration.
Read MoreKickstart the New Year with Meaningful Resolutions
“Kickstart the New Year with Meaningful Resolutions”
As the new year begins, it’s the perfect time to reflect on what matters most and set intentions that align with our values and goals. For many, this is a time to think about health, well-being, and ways to enhance daily life. Whether it’s embracing a new fitness routine, spending more time with loved ones, or enhancing home safety, small changes can make a big difference.
Read More“Holidays with Mom: Navigating Joy, Frustration, and the New Normal” by our Publisher Betsy O’Leary
Holidays with Mom: Navigating Joy, Frustration, and the New Normal by our Publisher Betsy O’Leary
The holidays have always been special in my family. Mom loved them—her house was always decorated just so, the food was homemade and perfect, and every detail reflected her love for the season.
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