National WWII Museum Becoming a Top Attraction
Visitors to the nation’s capital might wonder why there is no museum memorializing World War II. That’s because it’s located in New...
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Lisa Jevens
JOURNALIST, BRANDED CONTENT WRITER, EDITOR
- Oct 13, 2017
Independent Living Requires Some Cooking
If you have been shopping around for an independent living community lately, you have probably noticed that many are transforming...
- Oct 13, 2017
Musical Accessories
There are so many convenient ways to listen to music, at home and on the go. You’ll be happy to know that the technology is getting...
- Sep 15, 2017
Gadgets For Keeping Track of Things
How much would you pay to never lose your keys again? What about your phone? Misplacing things cost money, wastes time and is just plain...
- Sep 15, 2017
Voice-activated Assistants Work for Seniors
Alexa, what time is it? Maybe it’s time to get a voice-activated assistant like the Amazon Echo or Google Home. These hands-free,...
- Aug 25, 2017
Age-Friendly Evanston
Long before it became trendy to retire to a college town for the culture, activities and intergenerational milieu, retirees have been...
- Aug 25, 2017
Pet Products Show the Love
Dogs and cats require and deserve a lot of loving care from you, their human parents. Fortunately you can do a lot of this at home with...
- Jun 16, 2017
Printing Memories
In the age of digital cameras and smartphones, does anyone print their photos anymore? They sure do, and these new-style printers are...
- Jun 16, 2017
Keeping Up With Cancer Screening Guidelines
The guidelines for when and how often to get common cancer screening tests such as colonoscopies, PAP smears, PSA tests and mammograms...
- May 19, 2017
Safety Gadgets for Walking, Hiking & Biking
Spring allows folks to get a jump on their outdoor walking, hiking and biking. Whether you’re on a busy bike path or a deserted trail,...
- May 19, 2017
Found Money: Senior Discounts Add Up
One of the best things about being a so-called senior is all the great discounts you are entitled to. It’s a whole lot more than just a...
- Apr 14, 2017
Hit the Dirt with Cool Gardening Tools
Buying new gardening gadgets can be as much fun as gardening, with so many nifty products designed to make it easier and more enjoyable....
- Mar 17, 2017
Smart Appliances Clue You in at a Cost
Smart appliances are regular appliances, such as washers, dryers, etc., which are connected to the Internet via your home’s Wifi network....
- Mar 17, 2017
Interior Design Adds the 'Wow' Factor to Senior Communities
Step into any of Chicago’s new or newly remodeled senior living communities, and you may think you’ve accidentally entered a fancy...
- Feb 17, 2017
Ride Services Take Seniors Where They Want to Go
Many older folks find themselves stranded in the gap between transportation and technology. They no longer drive, and they don’t have,...
- Feb 17, 2017
Small Exercise Gadgets Do a Big Job
Not everyone needs to join a gym at the start of a new year to get in better shape. For many people, it’s much easier to exercise in...
- Jan 13, 2017
Sarcoidosis: What You Should Know About This Young Person's Disease
Imagine a disease that can strike any joint or organ at any time, with no known cause or cure. Sarcoidosis is just that — an elusive...
- Dec 27, 2016
7 Secrets to Becoming a Better Video Gamer
Looking to improve your gaming? No matter if you’re a beginner or a pro, there’s always a new level to aspire to. Here are seven tips...
- Nov 4, 2016
Gift Ideas for the Veterans in Your Life
Every day is a great day to show a veteran you care. Here are some thoughtful gift ideas that will remind them how much their service has...
- Oct 14, 2016
Brain Games, Techie and Traditional
Everyone's mind needs exercise, down time and stress relief just like your body. Games and activities designed to help accomplish this...
- Sep 23, 2016
Nurses Tackle the Obesity Epidemic in Pregnant Women
With more than one-third of Americans now considered obese, it seems like everyone from first lady Michelle Obama on down is looking...
- Sep 16, 2016
A New Industry of Experts Can Help You Preserve Your Family History
To misquote Tolstoy, every family is the same — each one has a great story to tell in its own way. Often that story is hidden, crammed...
- Sep 16, 2016
Communities of Users Make these Apps Great
What makes a really powerful smartphone app? Its community of users! Some of today’s most useful apps rely on real-world information from...
- Sep 12, 2016
Don't Be a Victim of the Obesity Crisis
Maybe you’ve noticed it when you watch TV shows and movies from a few decades ago. Or when you look at old photographs. Or when you go...
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