Older people are at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19, which may result in them feeling additional stress during this time. Many of them will likely be very afraid and perhaps overwhelmed by all of the “bad” news out there and by their isolation. Things to do: Take breaks from
By Pat Irwin A 70-year-old man with type 2 diabetes was quoted $750 for travel insurance to cover 6 months in the USA. Bearing in mind that intensive-care treatment in the USA can begin at $5,000 per day, this starts to seem reasonable. The average snowbird can probably afford the $750 premium rather than risk […]
BY DORIE GREENSPAN From her cookbook Dorie’s Cookies, Dorie Greenspan transforms the standard thumbprint cookie into what is, quite literally, the cookie of her dreams (the idea came to her while she was sleeping) by adding a ring of crumbly, cinnamony streusel around the jammy center. Using vanilla sablé, a classic French shortbread, as its […]
If you are caring for a person who has been diagnosed with COVID-19, follow this advice from the Government of Canada to protect yourself and others in the home, as well as those in your community.
By Mary Bart Maintaining privacy is important to most of us. Keeping some things private not only helps us to keep our independence and dignity, but also allows us control over our own destiny. As we age, however, it can often be challenging to keep certain things private, especially if there are financial or health […]
By Miri Hadas Koller, MBA And so, in just one day the world has turned upside down. Retirement and nursing homes, who usually try so hard to engage with families of residents and encourage them to visit, volunteer, participate in events, are now ordered to close their doors and stop visitors from entering the homes. […]
Looking for a sensuous way to spend some time with your partner while you’re in self-isolation? Tourism Puerto Rico is taking to the airwaves and offering all of us complimentary online salsa lessons on Friday, March 27 from 8:00 p.m. ET – 9:00 p.m. ET. The salsa lesson will kick-off with a brief overview of […]
By Adrianna Adarme Black-and-white cookies are the one dessert that truly channels the no-nonsense attitude of New Yorkers—the city of its origin. There’s no dainty piping involved, no careful placing of sprinkles or toppings—just two elegant, side-by-side swipes of chocolate and vanilla icing. In this spin, Adrianna Adarme, the blogger behind A Cozy Kitchen, tinges […]
By Val Walker I‘ve written the book I wish I had six years ago, when I found myself isolated after major surgery. On one nightmare of a day, while lying in my hospital bed, groggy, sore and plugged into an IV, I received a text message from my friend that she would not be able […]
By Helene Berger No matter how many positive strides you are making, there will be periods of frustration, sadness, anxiety, and emotional stress. There will surely be setbacks along the way—setbacks that make you want to crawl into a corner and cry. Some are quietly harrowing; others are genuine emergencies demanding immediate action. Both bring […]