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Eight On My Plate: Musings of a vegetable bon vivant
"I now also offer consultations in two areas, one on embracing a lifestyle for health, happiness, and longevity, and the other about designing your own...
Beware of the Medicare Advantage Trap
That means the private insurance companies that offer these plans can deny you coverage or charge you a lot more for preexisting conditions. This is...
Nifty Golf Gadgets That Can Help Older Golfers
There are actually a wide variety of adaptive golf equipment that can help older golfers who struggle with arthritis, injuries or mobility problems...
Hydration: Are you drinking enough water?

Recent record-breaking temperatures and observance of National Hydration Day (June 23rd) have me wondering if I drink enough liquid, especially water. The human adult body...

AARP Washington Invests in Livable Communities with 2025 Grants

AARP Washington announced seven organizations throughout Washington will receive 2025 Community Challenge grants – part of AARP’s largest investment in communities to date, with more...

Traveling with Older Loved Ones
"We took my 90-year-old grandparents on a cruise. I learned six important lessons."...
Differences Between Annual Exam and ‘Welcome to Medicare’ Exam
Medicare does not pay for annual physical exams, but it does cover annual wellness visits and a one-time “Welcome to Medicare” checkup during your first...
Progress with Purpose: 2025 Legislative Wins for Older Washingtonians

The halls of our Capitol building are quieter now that the 2025 legislative session has ended.  While this session was one of the toughest in...

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