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WELLNESS
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LONGEVITY
What do you do when retirement finally gives you the gift of time? For Julian Lee, the answer was clear: blacksmithing. (Source: The Longevity-Project)
ENTERTAINMENT
From pumpkin carving to apple picking to sipping cider in front of a crackling fire, there are so many activities that go hand in hand with autumn. (Source: SeniorResource)
BUSINESS
Living in one of these states could give you one less thing to worry about in retirement. New research shows Americans spent $283 on guilt tips in 2025, down from over $450 the previous year, as consumers resist tipping pressure. (Source: FoxBusiness)
TRAVEL
Finding the perfect place to retire is one of the biggest decisions older adults will make. Some places offer warm weather and low taxes, while others provide top-tier healthcare and a strong sense of community. (Source: GlobeGrazers)
FOOD
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Trader Joe's brought back its Garlic Butter Irish Potato Chips, and fans are raving about them. Here's why customers say these are "the best." (Source: AllRecipes)
WEEKLY MEDICARE TIPS
If you’re enrolled in Medicare, one of the most important times of the year is the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP). This is the window when you can make changes to your coverage for the upcoming year. Understanding how AEP works ensures you don’t miss valuable opportunities to adjust your plan to fit your health and budget needs.
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Message From the Publisher
When I reached 65, I realized that approximately 10,000 Baby Boomers will turn 65 every day over the next four years. In addition, over 50 million people are already 65+. I believe our generation deserves its own free, ad-supported, daily lifestyle newsletter with interesting news and fun facts created just for us. I hope you enjoy!
