Now that I am old enough to get Social Security and Medicare, I am starting to enjoy my life. I thought when I was in my 30′ and 40’s that being 65 was going to suck, it really doesn’t. I find myself feeling a little freer with regards to my peace of mind. What I mean is…..I don’t want any more drama, fighting with the siblings, and putting up with gossip and all the other stuff that crowds the brain. I actually enjoy taking naps in a quiet place and laying my head down on a pillow at night. Feels pretty good!     ..read more

Unfortunately, our older population and one of the most vulnerable along with younger adults are being exploited and taken advantage of. This article should infuriate everyone who has an older parent or grandparent, which is just about everyone. Please read this article carefully and take note to stay very aware of your surroundings and those preying on the older adult. 6 Tales of Real-Life Scams (aarp.org). Move your mouse over the underlined and right click your mouse. CC: lotteryscam.com ..read more

Compliments of Oncolink We wonder when we age if we will need help. Can we take care of ourselves and what to do if we can’t. There are many questions based on needs. With the stay-at-home orders in place due to the Covid 19 pandemic, concerns are at the forefront with many older adults living alone. Social distancing can add an extra burden on so many with regard to family and loved ones visiting. If you do live alone and have growing concerns about needing a little extra help please visit or call your local senior centers for assistance. If you do not have caregiver help from family or other ..read more

“By the time you’re eighty years old you’ve learned everything. You only have to remember it.” » George Burns (https://www.thefreshquotes.com/inspirational-funny-senior-citizens-quotes-old-people ..read more

The mission of this informational blog is to go on a journey together growing older. The foundation of mywearybones.com is to share stories, laugh at ourselves, find things to make us feel better, and to understand the importance of fostering a healthy happy lifestyle as we reach into the vast unknown arena of aging! I feel like my body has gotten totally out of shape, so I got my doctor’s permission to join a fitness club and start exercising. I decided to take an aerobics class for seniors. I bent, twisted, gyrated, jumped up and down, and perspired for an hour. But, by the time I got my leo ..read more

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We are all familiar with the organization called “AARP” which stands for the American Association of Retired Persons and what a wonderful organization. Their purpose is to provide for the older population and to empower people to choose how they live as they age (AARP, 2015). The AARP HomeFit Guide was implemented to give you ideas about making your home a safe place to live. Each room of your home or apt. can be a comfortable place to reside by doing simple things to remain safe. Here is a list to consider if you are aging: Remove nonslip rugs or apply nonslip tape under each rug. Make sur ..read more

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