Easy and Fun Christmas Decorations – Especially for Seniors

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easy and fun Christmas decorationsEasy and fun Christmas decorations are not a new idea. Senior women have been looking for ways to decorate simply since the day they turned 60.  And this has been happening for generations.  We want to participate in the holidays, but our energy level just is not what it used to be.  And the grandchildren are coming! Continue reading →

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Spooky Halloween Spider Webs Decorations

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halloween spider webs decorationsHalloween spider webs decorations are fun and versatile.  You can have spider webs just about anywhere in your house.   Hang spider webs on your walls, in the corners, or even from the ceiling.   Of course, empty spider webs are boring.  I found some giant black spiders that are perfect for your Halloween decor. Continue reading →

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Best Music for Thanksgiving Day Fun With The Family

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The best music for Thanksgiving Day includes songs that can be sung together. Family sing-alongs are a wonderful way to celebrate and to give thanks. What is your favorite music for Thanksgiving day? Do you have a favorite Thanksgiving song from childhood to teach to your grandchildren this year? These are a few of my favorites. I hope they bring back sweet memories for you. Continue reading →

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Create a Classic Wardrobe for Women Over 60

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wardrobe for women over 60Create a Classic Wardrobe for Women Over 60 

As we charge forth into Summer, it is the perfect time to clean out, rethink, and begin to create a classic wardrobe for women over 60. Is that the last thing on your list? Why not move it up a few notches? Refocus on YOU!

So you work from home and what you wear does not really matter. Or perhaps your job does not demand following a dress code. Others may need smashing professional dress every day, while quite honestly, creating a classic wardrobe may be absolutely of no interest to you at all. Why should it be? Continue reading →

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4 Fun Exercise Routines for Senior Citizens

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These 4 fun exercise routines for senior citizens require less motivation for me than the usual ones. I do not like to exercise, but I can actually make myself do one of these simple exercise routines every day. Of course, you already know the importance of movement for seniors — we have to keep our bodies moving in order to stay healthy. Strict regimens simply do not appeal to me, especially as I have aged. But with four choices, it’s somehow easier for me. As my nephew recently told his mom, “walk around inside the house if you have to, but move that body.”

Easy Cardio and Aerobics for Seniors

Part 1 – Basic Low Impact Aerobics Complete 20 Minute Workout

Part 2 of 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMwGBr82XW8. Extremely low impact aerobics by MAKE IT FIT for people who have been living a sedentary lifestyle. This will help you get moving! Because of length, this video has been split into two parts. Both parts total about 21 minutes. This video is Part 1 (about 11.5 minutes in length).

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Fun Line Dancing for Seniors

Jack is Back ! This is a fun line dance to learn. Nobody’s watching, so just go ahead and try it. After a few times, you will be staying right in step — and if you don’t, that’s okay too. The important thing is that we move the body and have a little fun. Exercise does not have to be miserable — it can be fun!

Jack Is Back (Senior Line Dance)

Julia Le Senior Line Dance Class, CPS Brampton ON. Dance: Jack Is Back

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Easy Chair Exercises for Seniors

It’s really nice to know that chair exercises count too.  There are days when our energy is just too low to think about exercise time, right?   But with these chair exercises, we can accomplish our exercises without having to be on our feet – and feel stronger in the process.  Take 3-5 minutes to take care of yourself.  Today!

Dance Along Workout for Seniors and Elderly – Low Impact Dance Exercise on Chairs

(Isl.Style_#9) https://muve.org . MUVE Moments invite audiences to spontaneously dance along in front of their TV or computer screens, to be more active at home and get a break from sedentary activities. The easy dance workout needs no memorization. In this senior fitness video, we are “in the flow of the music,” enjoying simple moves while sitting on a chair.

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Easy Yoga for Seniors – Relax and Feel Better

Yoga is one of the easiest and most effective exercises for seniors.  It’s easy to learn and good for your body, mind, and spirit.

Gentle Yoga for Seniors – Start Your Yoga Journey Today

http://sixtyandme.com/gentleyoga Gentle yoga for seniors is one of the best ways to reduce stiffness and get more energy. In this video, yoga instructor Cat Kabira provides an introduction to yoga for older adults. She will explain what yoga really is and will walk through some of the equipment that you might want to have available as you begin your yoga journey.

 

Have fun with these 4 exercise routines for senior citizens – and when you have learned all of these, learn some more. Do something every day.

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How to Make a Family Notebook – for Senior Citizens

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how to make a family notebookDo you know how to make a family notebook? We all need a notebook of emergency information in a convenient spot in the house — just in case. As we age, the need for a family notebook is even more pronounced. In this post, I will tell you how to organize a binder so that in the event of emergency, your family can be contacted or your neighbors alerted.

I recently rearranged my notebook to include emergency numbers, family history and stories, “wisdom” I want my children to know, last wishes and funeral plans. Continue reading →

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Daily Prayer and Meditation Guides -Prayers for Senior Citizens

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prayers for senior citizensAs a senior citizen, I seem to treasure my morning quiet time more than ever, don’t you?  This page of prayers for senior citizens is a list of prayerful ideas and suggested practices especially for those of us who are over 60.   Daily Prayer and meditation lifts us when we are down, comforts us when we are sad, leads us when we feel lost, and keeps us centered in God, Spirit, the Creator, our Supreme Being. Many of us use a daily prayer and meditation guide. Some of us pray through music. Others live life as a prayer, like our friend, Helen, in this painting.  The artist is my sister, Nancy Tate Hellams.  Thank you, Nancy.  When someone mentions prayers and senior citizens in the same sentence, I always see your beautiful painting of Helen.

Note:  You do not have permission to copy or use this picture.  Thank you for your respect.

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