Vegas Voice

We often forget about the gifts we received over the years—well, maybe not the big sparkly ones or even the life-changing ones. I’m talking the gifts you receive and use everyday, but never see or touch. These gifts aren’t wrapped in pretty paper or tied with a sparkly bow. They are the unrecognized, seldom acknowledged […]

Those days are upon us. You know… the ones filled with comfort and joy, family and friends, food and fun. But there are many Seniors who won’t have that experience. We all know someone who lives alone year round—for them the holidays are especially challenging. Feelings of isolation and loneliness make Seniors more vulnerable during

I wish Sandwich Generation was a cute term for those of us who grew up eating sandwiches for lunch. Unfortunately, in this context, it’s a term defining a sandwich that some families have been forced to consume. It’s a life stage that can appear out of nowhere and brings bags of new responsibilities and adjustments.

Your intention is to “age in place” as long as possible in your beautiful, cherished home. At least, that’s the plan. But what if that plan changed unexpectedly? The cliches: Be Prepared and Plan Ahead should be on the wall next to all the other positive signs in our homes. But seldom do we see

You certainly didn’t plan your retirement with boredom as a main feature. You’re supposed to be living the life of your dreams, right?  Why are you bored? All of the advice you sought from friends and books on how to retire; yet, none really highlighted boredom. One thing retirees may fight against is a change

Do you feel overlooked, misunderstood, left out of the discussion? Do you feelthe needs and wants of Seniors are sidelined for the good of everyone else? Well, it’s probably more than an inkling you’re feeling-and it’s not just you! Nowthat you’re aware, don’t be surprised by what you discover. Age has beenweaponized and it’s being

Life in the “comfort” zone sounds like great self-care, doesn’t it? You’ve earned it,right? Well, it can also be your worst enemy—and it often brings along its friendscomplacency and contentment. Collectively, I call them the terrible C’s. These words are so easily misused and abused as we age because they comeequipped with just add water

They say destiny is predetermined. I say it doesn’t have to be—you can manifestyour destiny too. Manifestation is about your power to attract what you want in your life by focusingand directing your energy. You DO have what you need to create the life of yourdreams! I’ve manifested my desired outcomes for years! I’ve manifested

Caregiving is hard work that challenges the heart, mind, and body of both partiesinvolved—and these challenges are compounded when it’s family giving andreceiving the care. The emotional investment becomes greater and the boundaries drawn are oftenvery gray. Clear communication between all family members involved is key! The number one issue in family caregiving is lack

There’s nothing positive about anti-aging. We should lose the term! Why would anyone want to be anti-aging? Is there an opt-out on aging when you choose to be against it—does aging cease? The messages are subliminal, but are still very clear: Aging is not perceived as a positive experience. And the money invested in that