Category Archives: Aging Sites

Language of the past

Posted on February 4, 2021 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Donna D Enjoy! 😘 I came across this phrase yesterday – ‘FENDER SKIRTS ‘ Fender Skirts and Supper Thought you would get a kick out of this! No offence intended. I know some of you will not understand … Continue reading →

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Rules to grow old by

Posted on February 3, 2021 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Sybil-Ann Nine Important Facts to Remember as We Grow Older: #9 Death is the number 1 killer in the world. #8 Life is sexually transmitted. #7 Good health is merely the slowest possible rate at which one can die #6 … Continue reading →

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Philosophy for growing old

Posted on December 28, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Al MacR. Make sure to scroll down–wonderful pictures to go with the thoughts!

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Making things last

Posted on December 4, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Donna D.

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Remembering the inflatable bra

Posted on November 23, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Gordon G. Stories like this are being preserved by Storycorps

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Estate planning – this Wednesday

Posted on November 16, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Barb W. ———- Forwarded message ———From: People’s Memorial <director@peoplesmemorial.org> Sponsored by King County Library System Estate Planning with Aging Parents How will you manage family finances and assets when your parents are unable? … Continue reading →

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These amazing people

Posted on November 5, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks Sybil-Ann! These people are amazing. A GREAT MESSAGE

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Rethinking Retirement

Posted on October 26, 2020 by Jim deMaine

By Kerry Hannon in the NYT Ed note: I’ve yet to read his book, but I suspect a lot of folks would agree with Dr. Dychwold’s research on aging and retirement as outlined in this article. When someone retires, three substantial … Continue reading →

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Age Friendly Seattle Updates

Posted on October 14, 2020 by Jim deMaine

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Skyline in the news

Posted on October 11, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Skyline was recently featured on KOMO 4 in their “Seattle Refined” segment. View the full article and video here http://seattlerefined.com/lifestyle/live-life-uncompromised-at-skyline-an-exceptional-senior-living-community or under the “Bulletin Board” section on Caremerge (under “Social Media for Residents”).

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These Americans Are Determined to Cast a Last Ballot Before Dying

Posted on October 10, 2020 by Jim deMaine

By Katie Hafner in the NYT. Ed note: Katie was looking for a dying patient to talk to about voting. I was able to connect her with a woman in Oregon who happened to be following this blog! I managed … Continue reading →

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AgingWise October newsletter

Posted on October 1, 2020 by Jim deMaine

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Falls, laughter and more as we age

Posted on September 23, 2020 by Jim deMaine

On Thursday, September 24 – TOMORROW – as part of the National Falls Prevention Awareness Week, join us to learn about Senior Safety Score with Senior Fall Prevention Initiative’s Dr. Milton Curtis, MD! We’ll also hear from Dori Gillam of … Continue reading →

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Rioting in major cities across the U.S. has spread to Sarasota, a wealthy and artsy Florida retirement community.

Posted on September 19, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Pam P. for this “news” 🙂 Protesters marching in Florida’s ritzy Sarasota led to widespread rioting and looting. Items taken were limited to laxatives, vitamins, hearing aid batteries, reading glasses, energy drinks, designer masks and surgical stockings. The … Continue reading →

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Are you trying to staying alive long enough to vote? Please talk to this NYT writer.

Posted on September 15, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Katie Hafner, who writes for the New York Times, would like to do a story about people’s wish to at least stay alive long enough to vote! She writes in an email: “This incredible tweet of my husband’s inspired me to … Continue reading →

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AgeWise King County

Posted on September 1, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Al MacR. sent along this bulletin. Please note the section about the always active Barb W. – Skyliner on the go!

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AgeWise – King County

Posted on August 3, 2020 by Jim deMaine

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King Lear, dementia and elder care – upcoming event

Posted on May 25, 2020 by Jim deMaine

A dramatic reading of scenes from King Lear as a catalyst for guided discussions about elder care and family dynamics. Thu, June 11, 2020 (4 PM – 6:30 PM PDT) About this Event – Free. Click here to register and … Continue reading →

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30 facts about life in Japan

Posted on January 27, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Gordon G. Can we learn?

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“When My Time Comes” — Diane Rehm at Town Hall

Posted on January 24, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Ed Note: Diane Rehm’s previous book and presentation at Town Hall discussed her husband’s death from voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED). She continues to explore end-of-life choices. Skyline author Tom Preston was a pioneer in patient choice in the … Continue reading →

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New twist on Social Security phone scam

Posted on January 24, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Barb W. for sending this along. The Inspector General of Social Security is warning the public that phone scammers may email faked letters or reports that appear to be from Social Security or Social Security’s Inspector General to … Continue reading →

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The art of complaining

Posted on January 13, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Comment: My dad, when confined to a wheel chair in a nursing home knew that his situation was far from ideal. He so strongly missed my mom. He got some pastoral help and also benefited from a low dose antidepressant. … Continue reading →

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Socializing, pain and depression study

Posted on January 8, 2020 by Jim deMaine

Dealing with pain can be a significant barrier to staying socially active, but there may be other options for socializing beyond in-person contact that can be beneficial for older adults’ well-being. To find out if pain encourages older adults to … Continue reading →

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