We all remember our mothers' comfy, casual dresses when we were young, before pants became popular. Some even wore poofy mu-mus to cover up their middle-aged bellies. With more women working from home, including women over 50, it’s not always easy to find comfortable dresses that do not look frumpy. I have a few dresses I love to wear around the house because they're cool … [Read more...]
Is Your Dentist Taking Advantage of Your Medicare Plan?
I’ve had seriously bad experiences with dentists in recent years and it’s become alarming. Growing up, I always thought the dentist was trustworthy. These days there are bad apples who are openly trying to suck out as much Medicare and Medicaid money as they can. If you live in a small town this may not be true, but I live in the urban Metropolis of Los Angeles. Playing … [Read more...]
Prioritizing Your Changing Dietary Needs Over 50
Maintaining a healthy diet and consuming essential nutrients are important throughout a person’s life. The foods we eat have a significant impact on our bodies and our overall health, helping to keep us strong and healthy and preventing disease and illness. However, it’s even more crucial for those over the age of 50—especially women—to prioritize what they eat and where they … [Read more...]
Best of Boomer Blogs: Flowers That Bloom in the Spring Tra La!
Spring is such an unpredictable season. In some places, the weather is perfect. In others, it’s either starting to get summer hot or it’s freezing cold. Our Best of Boomer Bloggers are enjoying it in their own ways and writing down their thoughts in this week’s roundup. Caregiving someone who is sick When someone we love is sick, sometimes we aren't sure exactly how to … [Read more...]
What Women Over 50 Planning a Solo Trip Need to Know
The top 3 leading motivations for female travelers to take a solo trip are flexibility, getting away from routine and responsibilities, and challenging themselves. Solo travelers make up 18% of global bookings, a 5th of the market. 85% of these travelers are women. Women over 50 who travel solo may crave independence and freedom, but they are also keenly concerned with … [Read more...]