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Living the KIHEI, HAWAII LifeStyle

Published September 22, 2018 by Donna Mae Scheib

One step onto the soft, sugar white sand of Kalama Beach and it easy to understand why Hawaiian monarchs chose this magnificent location as their royal retreat for centuries. Kalama Beach is just one of the fabulous beach-combing territories in Kihei, Hawaii. read more

Aging and Living Alone

Published September 09, 2018 by Donna Mae Scheib

According to the Pew Research Center, there are 12 million Americans over the age of 65 that live alone. The majority of this population is women (69%) while older men are more likely to be living with a spouse. 48% of older men and 71% of women reported being satisfied with the number of friends that they have while living alone. While both of these percentages are high, it is important to consider seniors who are not satisfied with their social life and relationships. read more

According to the National Council on Aging (NCOA), one in four Americans 65 years and older fall every year, and falls are the leading cause of unintentional injuries among this population as well. Seniors at 65 years are also twice as likely to be injured or killed in a fire compared to the overall population (and three times as likely at 75 years; four times at 85 years). The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) offers a program, Remembering When, that focuses on fire prevention and fall prevention for seniors. Do you live in a high-risk fire state or in a state with the inclement weather where falls from icy conditions are common? read more

Royal Oak, Michigan is conveniently located in Southeastern Michigan in Oakland County. The city of Royal Oak was developed as a suburb of Detroit in the early 20th century. This was when Detroit was quickly growing because of industrialization and the flourishing automobile industry. The big city of Detroit is close enough for quick day trips for fun, events, and entertainment without the need for a daily commute for anything essential. Royal Oak is big enough to have it all and small enough to be cozy and comfortable. You get close-knit neighborhoods, and you are close to everything when you live in Royal Oak MI. read more

Staying Involved at Any Age

Published August 13, 2018 by Donna Mae Scheib

Have you been looking for an opportunity to stay active? How about a way that also allows you to become more involved in your community and make meaningful connections with others? There are many ways you can stay involved at any age. Let's look at 8 suggestions that might work for you or help trigger some other avenues. read more

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