It’s the beginning of a New Year, and what better way to start the year than by getting to know Olga a little more, especially since some of you may only know me because I started appearing as a writer on the e-columns. Even if you’ve never seen me, getting to know more about me …
By Tanya Hamel The holidays are here! There always seems to be so much to do, and it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of it all: The gifts to make or buy, the wrapping of the gifts, the baking, the cards, (yes, I still send cards.) It can be a …
Ah, winter – the season of cozy blankets, steaming mugs of cocoa, and those sneaky winter blues trying to sneak into our lives! But fret not, fabulous winter warriors, for we’ve got the ultimate guide to shaking off the chill and prancing through the frosty days with flair and a sparkle in our eyes! In …
Ah, ‘tis the season! A magical time when the air turns crisp, and harmony dances through the streets. The hustle and bustle take a backseat to a chorus of “excuse me, no, you go first, oh thank you, have a splendid day!” It’s a symphony of politeness orchestrated by the chill in the air. The …
The holidays can be a stressful time. So can flu and cold season. With the MDLIVE® Virtual Visit benefit*, you can ease that stress by speaking to a physician or licensed therapist from the comfort of your own home. Thank goodness your health plan’s covered benefits may now include virtual visits through the new and …
By Olga Hernandez November, here you are again. November – what are you thankful for? Maybe the colorful leaves that fall from the trees or the humid grass, or maybe it’s the smell of the crisp air in the morning. Whatever it may be, I am thankful for it as well. As we grow older, …
By Lora Felger When did we all start deciding that the term “grandma” or “grandpa” was not sufficient and building our own hybrids of the term? Personally, I’m going to blame the Baby Boomers who continue to redefine all things “elder” to better fit their Aging-Out-Loud approach to getting older. I’m a Gen X person …
By Dawn Sandone Few would dispute we are living in a polarizing world. Though the COVID-19 pandemic is over, it left a wake of increased mental illness throughout the country, especially in children. But no matter how crazy the world is, evidence has shown that an attitude of gratitude can reverse insanity, improve overall health …
There are some things in life I can always count on: There is one other thing that everyone can count on – The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP). Medicare-eligible people can count on this time of year to review their health care coverage and see if their current plan still meets their needs. The world …
There’s a lot of publicity this time of year to remind folks to check their smoke detector batteries when Daylight Savings Time is over. It makes sense to tie that chore to something that occurs on a regular basis (why not Valentine’s Day?), but I almost always forget to do it. It seems there are …
By Tanya Hamel October is here. Everywhere we look, there are signs of maturity. The preparation of hibernation. Getting ready and planning for those cold months of winter ahead. We see it in our plant life; the leaves are changing colors and reminding us of that favorite old orange sweater in the back of the …
As time passes, change quietly unfolds without our immediate notice, only revealing itself when we reflect on the past. Old family photos and videos serve as a reminder of the transformations that have taken place over the years. These moments trigger memories and spark conversations about different periods in life. Throughout our journeys, we cross …