Have there been times when you are gathered with others in a group setting and you notice loved ones who have communication challenges are finding it difficult to engage with friends, family, and their community? As we age, we may become aware of diminishing communicative abilities and this may prevent us from easily reaching out to friends and family. The effects of these challenges can go far beyond the ability to communicate effectively. In fact, according to a recent study, older adults in particular can start to feel isolated, depressed, anxious, and lonely, and especially after the holidays.
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Music to our Ears: FiftyForward receives donation from TN First Lady’s Office
FiftyForward is grateful to Tennessee First Lady Maria Lee and her office for the thoughtful gifts and donations to support the older adults we serve!
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Travel hacks: Tips and tricks shared by seasoned travelers to get you on the road to adventure
Travel has always been a terrific diversion for many of us. When COVID hit we put the skids on the runways, and our excursions on hold, to take care of ourselves as we went into isolation. Now, we are noticing a newfound passion for traveling and a resurgence to get out and explore new places and things.
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Squeeze The Day Podcast: Edgar Struble, a Small-town Creative, Hits Big Time Working with Kenny Rogers, Dick Clark Productions, Award Shows, and Film Production
Edgar Struble is a multi-faceted creative. He's a film producer, music director, author, performer, and public speaker. He played critical roles in the Kenny Rogers Band for 15 years and has an ongoing association with Dick Clark Productions, where he has been the music director and composer for the Academy of Country Music Awards and the Billboard Music Awards. To say he's been in and seen countless interesting situations and rubbed shoulders with all sorts of stars would be an understatement.
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When Should Older Adults Get Hitched?
More seniors are finding love later in life and enjoying satisfying relationships. Statistics show that senior men and women alike have longer total and active life expectancies. Being wiser after a lifetime of experience with relationships, seniors are enjoying life with an equal partner and less conflict. If you are a senior about to enter into matrimony, there are points to consider
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FiftyForward Chief Program Officer Gretchen Funk talks with The Tennessean’s David Plazas about the agency’s role in valuing, honoring, and supporting older adults
Our world continues to evolve just like our needs and interests do as we age. As a nonprofit agency that has served older adults (something all of us used to call seniors) for 66 years, we are navigating new realities every day.
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