by Amy Hane | Sep 29, 2022 | Adventure, Age Your Way, Celebration of Life, Embrace Your Age, Exercise, Health, Inspiration, Nature, Senior Activities, Sense of Purpose
In 1955, at the age of 67, Emma Rowena (Caldwell) Gatewood was the first solo female to hike the Appalachian Trail. In 1957 she hiked the trail again and then in 1964 at age 77, she hiked a section of the trail becoming the first person to hike the trail three times....
by Amy Hane | Feb 15, 2022 | Age Your Way, Aging Life Care, Care, Elderly, Embrace Your Age, Exercise, Family, Gratitude, Health, Hobbies, Mental Health, Nature, Nutrition, Self Care, Self-Care, Self-Love, Senior Friendships, Senior Fun and Activities, Staying Connected, Thankful
Many seniors have dedicated their life to the care of others. After years of putting the needs of others first, taking care of themselves first can feel wrong; however, self-care is essential for all aspects of life, including mental, physical, and emotional...
by Amy Hane | Dec 15, 2021 | Age Your Way, Aging Stereotypes and Assumptions, Caregiver Tips, Caregiving, Communication, Elderly, Family Dynamics, Family Support, Gifts, Holidays, Home Safety, Love, Seasons of Change, Senior Wisdom
When you’re a caregiver, the holidays may be something you enjoy but dread at the same time. Shopping for gifts, decorating, and social events can be fun, but stressful, especially when you feel pressed for time or you’re wondering how to include aging...
by Amy Hane | Nov 15, 2021 | Age Your Way, Aging Stereotypes and Assumptions, Caregiver Tips, Caregiving, Communication, Embrace Your Age, Family Dynamics, Talk About Aging
There’s been a commercial on TV lately that embodies a slew of insulting stereotypes of older adults – all in 60 seconds. The main character, ‘Martha,’ is upset that she hasn’t received all her possible Medicare benefits. Martha is dressed in...
by Amy Hane | Oct 15, 2021 | Age Your Way, Elderly, Embrace Your Age, Family Support, Holidays, Love, Seasons of Change, Senior Wisdom
Mary’s 70th birthday was coming up on Halloween and she told me during one of our weekly visits that turning 70 felt like a shock.”I’m still 35 in my head but my body sure isn’t,” she said. “I wake up with aches and pains that I never had...
