Teacher Turned Adventurer Inspires Others

Shawn Brokemond, 54, turned her passion for adventure into a new career. At 46, Brokemond had what she called a midlife career change. She left teaching after 25 years to coach older adventure seekers, starting a business called Sports Adventure. The Mill Valley, California, resident advocates for incorporatingfitnessand adventure into everyday life. I hope that other brown people are watching me and get inspired to follow suit, she says. Brokemond shows that being an adventurer is for life....

February 9, 2023 · 2 min · 351 words · Monica Martinez

Una maestra convierte su vida en aventura y fuente de inspiración

Shawn Brokemond, de 54 anos, convirtio supasionpor la aventura enuna nueva profesion. A los 46 anos, Brokemond hizo lo que llamo un cambio de carrera en la mediana edad. Brokemond reside en Mill Valley, California, y propone incorporar laactividad fisicay la aventura en la vida cotidiana. Espero que otras personas de color me observen y se sientan inspiradas a seguir mi ejemplo, senala. Membresia de AARP: $15 por tu primer ano cuando te inscribes en la renovacion automatica....

February 9, 2023 · 2 min · 279 words · Ethan Moore

Underused Medicare Savings Programs Can Help Many More Older Adults Afford Health Care

Research has long shown that such costs lead enrollees to delay or skip needed care. A crucial yet often overlooked government resourcethe Medicare Savings Programs (MSPs)could help ease this burden. Like Medicaid, MSPs are implemented by each state. They also vary significantly by state. This paper explores the findings and discusses their implications regarding solutions. Potential beneficiaries also face onerous eligibility and enrollment processes and cite concerns about jeopardizing other benefits....

February 9, 2023 · 1 min · 158 words · Randy Williams

Most Family Caregivers Are Registered to Vote

The likelihood of someone voting often depends on age, gender, race, and income. The trend continues when it comes to turning up at the polls. Older adults, including those who are caregivers, generally are more likely to vote. In both instances, White adults were more likely than Black or Hispanic adults to be active voters. Turnout also varies by political party. Those least likely to vote (19%) are independents. Why don’t caregivers vote?...

February 8, 2023 · 1 min · 141 words · Rebecca Edwards

Conoce a 10 superfanáticos mayores de 50 años

Puedes enumerar sus albumes cronologicamente. Asististes a mas de un concierto en cada una de sus giras. Hasta te sabes su apodo de la infancia. Lo mas probable es que seas un superfanatico! Y no eres el unico. Pero cuando escuche su musica como solista enSaturday Night Livehace cinco anos, algo me impresiono. Pense:Esto me esta gustando! Membresia de AARP: $15 por tu primer ano cuando te inscribes en la renovacion automatica....

February 7, 2023 · 2 min · 235 words · Ashley Allison

Meet 10 Superfans Over 50

you might recite their albums chronologically. Youve been to multiple stops on each of their concert tours. You even know their childhood nickname. Chances are, youre a superfan! And youre not alone. But when I heard his solo music while watchingSaturday Night Livefive years ago, something struck me. I thought,Hey! I can get into this! My daughter, wife and I all scream until our voices give out. The message is kindness....

February 7, 2023 · 2 min · 256 words · Omar Jennings

Why Caregivers Should Confront Rather Than Avoid a Dementia Diagnosis

Bob has seemed more confused recently, his wife, Sandra, my 77-year-old psychotherapy client, tells me. There are days he cant seem to remember anything. She had expressed similar worries several times in recent months, and we had speculated what hisforgetfulnessmight mean. Today I ask her gently, Have you given any more thought to having his thinking skills tested? It would hurt them both, I am sure. She is afraid the diagnosis would make him give up on himself....

February 7, 2023 · 1 min · 176 words · Julie Strong

Grammys Fashion: Classic and Creative Looks on 50+ Stars

At the Grammys, there is one credo: Go big or go home. Musics top night is a fashion free-for-all with looks running the gamut from stylish to sassy. She performed a tribute to thelate Christine McVie of Fleetwood Mac. Live Grammy red carpet show. Viola Davis Davis, 57, shimmered in a color-blocked Naeem Khan fringe dress. The star ofThe Woman Kingwon a Grammy for her audiobook narration of her 2022 memoir,Finding Me....

February 6, 2023 · 1 min · 150 words · Gerald Ortiz

La moda de los Premios Grammy: estilos clásicos y creativos de las estrellas de 50 años o más

En los Premios Grammy existe un credo: hazlo en grande o no lo hagas. Realizo un homenaje a la fallecida Christine McVie de Fleetwood Mac. “Ha sido un gran viaje. Y ahora tengo un EGOT!.

February 5, 2023 · 1 min · 35 words · Chelsey Hernandez

African American Veterans: A History of Heroism

Take a closer look at their stories of service and valor. Civil War: U.S. Army Sgt. He received the Medal of Honor for his actions. World War I: U.S. Army Sgt. He suffered 21 combat injuries during a surprise German attack while on night duty in France. Despite the wounds, he managed to protect his fellow soldiers from capture using only a knife. Johnson was awarded the French Croix de Guerre avec Palme, the countrys highest award for valor....

February 3, 2023 · 1 min · 185 words · Julie Allen

Bonus Episode: Trending Scams to Look Out for in 2023

[00:00:03] Frank McKenna: I got caught up in the moment. So yeah, anyone can and probably will be a victim of scam at some point. [00:00:21] Bob: Welcome back to The Perfect Scam. I’m your host, Bob Sullivan. And here to help us do both those things are Frank McKenna and Ayelet Biger-Levin. But first, let’s meet Ayelet. You’ll hear about that soon too. But we begin our conversation with a simple question: Where do things stand in the fight against fraud?...

February 3, 2023 · 11 min · 2214 words · Monique Ortiz

El Super Bowl LVII conmemora el 50.º aniversario del ingreso de las mujeres aviadoras en la Marina

sobrevolaran el State Farm Stadium para celebrar el 50 aniversario de las mujeres aviadoras en la Marina de EE.UU. Membresia de AARP: $15 por tu primer ano cuando te inscribes en la renovacion automatica. Desde entonces, las mujeres han servido, pilotado y liderado en todos los niveles de la aviacion naval. Los Philadelphia Eagles y los Kansas City Chiefs se enfrentaran en el Super Bowl LVII. Las experiencias de tres mujeres en el ejercito

February 3, 2023 · 1 min · 74 words · Victoria Livingston

Super Bowl LVII Flyover to Honor 50 Years of Women in Navy Aviation

In 1973, the Navy selected the first eight women for training in Pensacola, Florida. Since then, women have served, operated and led at every level of naval aviation. The squadrons will stage and depart from Luke Air Force Base, 7 miles west of Glendale. Super Bowl LVII pits the Philadelphia Eagles against the Kansas City Chiefs. Kickoff is at 6:30 p.m. ET, Feb. 12, and the game will be broadcast on Fox....

February 3, 2023 · 1 min · 72 words · James Young