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June 4, 2016

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Farewell, Muhammad Ali

Boxing great and septuagenarian senior citizen "Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee" Muhammad Ali (nee Cassius Clay) has died at the age of 74 on June 3, 2016.…

May 30, 2016

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Boomer TV Trivia: Longstreet

May is Vision Health Month Q1. What was the cause of insurance investigator Mike Longstreet's (actor James Franciscus) blindness on the 70's TV series Longstreet? Q2. What was the name of…

May 26, 2016

Home & Garden

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3 Ways to Attract Birds to Gardens & Yards

Seniors and retirees that are avid gardeners and bird lovers want to know how to attract birds (and what kind of birds will be attracted) to your home garden or…

May 15, 2016

Technology for Seniors: VRBO

VRBO article source: What is VRBO and How Does it Work? by TechBoomers.com VRBO stands for Vacation Rentals by Owner. It's a website where you can book a stay at…

May 6, 2016

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Celebrating Seniors - Willie Mays Turns 85

The "Say Hey Kid" Baseball Hall of Famer and center fielder Willie Mays Jr., was born on May 6, 1931 in Westfield, Alabama and turns 85 today on May 6…

April 29, 2016

Technology for Seniors: LinkedIn

LinkedIn article source: What is LinkedIn? by TechBoomers.com The Internet has become a fantastic tool for searching for jobs if you're looking to get (back) into the workforce. By the…

April 23, 2016

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Celebrating Seniors - Glen Campbell Turns 80 2of2

Glen Campbell: Rhinestone Cowboy, Tarnished and Redeemed Celebrating the life and songs of new octogenarian senior citizen, actor and singer Glen Campbell with vintage musical performances for Honey Come Back,…

April 21, 2016

Pets & Animals

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Are Guide Dogs A Fit For Seniors?

With an aging baby boomer population either already in or approaching their senior years, accompanying age-related increases in vision and other mobility problems will be on the rise. For years,…

February 3, 2016

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Accessibility Home Renovations for Under $100

Are you on a tight budget, but need make some modifications at home? The team at Entwistle Power Occupational Therapy reminds us that you may not need a big budget…

January 15, 2016

Pets & Animals

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Best Dogs for Seniors

Everyone has their favorite type of pet and especially when it comes to dogs, a favorite breed. Personal preferences and individual dog temperaments aside, the type of dog that is…