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With summer just around the corner and the weather finally starting to warm up, there are plenty of interesting things to do and see around the city of Boston. From festivals, to exhibits, to concerts and shows- there’s something for everyone. And even better, a lot are FREE! Click on the link below for a list and description of fun, free upcoming events. This article explores the uses and advantages of slow cookers to prepare meals. Slow cookers are perfect for cold seasons when you don’t always feel like cooking a healthy meal. The food is cooked gradually over low temperature and can be very healthy and hearty depending on the type of ingredients used. Slow cookers are economical: they are perfect for those (inexpensive) tougher meats such as shoulder or brisket, they do not burn food, can be very tasty, and are easy to clean. For some great recipes using slow cookers, click the link below: Maria Shriver takes on Alzheimer’s through campaigning and spreading awareness. Maria got involved when her father, Sargent Shriver, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2003. She is speaking about this silent epidemic to bring light and hope to families and friends affected by this disease. Nearly 5 million people in the United States have Alzheimer’s and this number will likely triple in the next forty years. “Right now, she is focused on educating the nation about the epidemic proportion of the problem, and the devastating effect that Alzheimer’s disease has on families.” Maria’s devotion to her work is not going unnoticed. She is teaming up with scientists, advocates, state legislatures, doctors, and many others to fight this disease. To find out more about this disease, ways to reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s, or Maria’s work, please click on the link below.
There is a Boston initiative to reduce the number of plastic bags used in Massachusetts each year. Plastic bags are used at a rate of 1.5 billion a year which then end up in landfills where they take centuries to decompose. State legislatures in Massachusetts are devising a five year plan to reduce or ban the use of plastic bags, though a small group is pushing for a more expedited plan. Reusable bags are becoming popular as people gear towards a more Earth friendly and conscious society. These bags can be purchased at most of the grocery stores that offer plastic bags and can also be folded neatly when not in use. There are many organizations available to senior citizens who want to adopt a pet. Pets offer affection, unconditional love, and invaluable companionship to their owners. Their are also studies that highlight the benefits of pet ownership to one’s health such as reduced likelihood of depression, better heart health, delayed onset of Alzheimer’s symptoms, and improved health via increased exercise. To read other reasons why a pet may be beneficial to seniors, please click the link below.
This article has key information on how to save on flights through the use of helpful search engines. These search engines, such as bing.com or kayak.com, make it easy to book the cheapest flights, find the lowest hotel rates, or get a hold of reduced vacation packages. Peter Greenberg explains the advantages of each search engine as well as other helpful features so that you will have the best and most current information when choosing your flight. The city of Boston held a memorial service on September 11th in memory of the victims who perished that day. Governor Deval Patrick attended the event and honored the crew members of the flight with the Madeline Amy Sweeney Award for Civilian Bravery. “Nine years after the World Trade Center towers were brought down in the deadliest attack on American soil in decades, public officials, safety personnel and citizens gathered at memorial services in Boston and across the state to honor the victims of the tragedy and to thank current public safety personnel. Click the link below to read the rest of his announcement. Watch this video on the importance of getting in touch with your creative side as you age. “Gay Hanna, Executive Director of the National Center for Creative Aging, discusses the benefits of artistic expression as you age and the resources to help you get in touch with your creative side.” This video demonstrates how you can get in contact with your local community, such as museums and dance schools, to engage in activities you may have liked in previous years. To find out more, please click on the link below. This article explores how society is changing its views on the elderly. “With Clint Eastwood directing films at 80 and Betty White starring in a new sitcom at 88, the pressure for 70-year-olds is not to face mortality, but to kick up those slightly arthritic heels ever higher.” Says Dr. Basting, “The eight decade is now seen as an active time of life: you’re just past retirement, that’s your time to explore and play mentally.” Society will have to redefine its views on the elderly. More and more of the elderly are staying involved and staying healthy. Age is no longer a factor in determining the activities they choose and society should no longer stereotype what the elderly are capable of. “The cost of child and senior care for American families is a staggering $600 billion annually. On top of that, companies are losing an estimated $34 billion each year due to declines in employee productivity related to caregiving responsibilities. In March 2010, major corporations and caregiving organizations will come together to address the challenges presented by child and senior care. Through a series of interactive sessions, these institutions will create a blueprint of how to provide employees a caregiving support structure they need and want.” |
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