Part 1 in a 2 part series. The reality is that dating after 50 is different than dating at 25. However, it’s not as different as you might think. There are still the awkward first dates and the anxiety over how much to reveal about yourself. And of course, the age-old challenge of finding someone who is compatible and also ready for the same type of relationship at the same time.   So, why even bother? Well, we all have a need for companionship and for many of us that means having some sort of romantic relationship. So, if you’re ready for the next step, read on for some tips to help you get back in the game.   Ways to Meet The main difference [...]

In our blog last week, FirstLantic featured helpful tips on smart phones and tablets that are specifically designed with seniors in mind. So now that you have some options for user-friendly technology tools, let’s talk specifically about online games that will help you stay mentally sharp.   You might ask why online games? Well, studies show that specific types of games can help your memory, focus and mental alertness. According to an article in SeniorBrains.com, scientists from Poland discovered that all of their subjects between 65 and 75 years of age that completed a series of several computer games were able to improve memory, expand attention and increase sequencing abilities. Jennifer Wagner, 52, a blogger in New York City, is addicted to playing games like [...]

Ever worry that you are being left behind in this fast-paced world? Technology can be especially intimidating for many of us. When you watch a four-year old that is already an expert at using a smart phone, it can be pretty discouraging! But don’t lose heart, you have experienced far more difficult things in your life than mastering the digital world and we are here to help! Technology companies are finally starting to create some amazing solutions specifically catered to seniors and FirstLantic is going to make sure that you are in the know!   Grandpad – For those of you that have not invested in an Ipad, this may be a better option. Specifically designed for seniors https://www.grandpad.net/ it is a simple tablet that [...]

You want to stay healthy but sometimes it can be a struggle to keep track of what you should and shouldn’t eat. So LiveWell Placements is going to make it easy for you. With a little help from HealthCastle.com, we have compiled a list of some of the must-eat foods after 50. Simply, download our guide and you won’t ever have an excuse to grab a donut instead! That said, we won’t judge if you treat yourself now and then!   Foods You Should Eat More Of After 50   Bulgur With increasing use of medications, regularity may be an issue and bulgur rates the highest on the insoluble fiber scale, at 8.6 grams of insoluble fiber per serving. Spelt and barley come in second [...]

In the last two blogs we have given tips on travel and shopping perks as well as health and home service benefits. In part three, we focus on other services that are either free or at a very low cost specifically for seniors.   Free Tax Preparation As we mentioned previously, AARP provides many different types of discounts to their members but they also provide completely free services such as tax preparation. In fact, they have the largest volunteer-run tax preparation and assistance service in the U.S. and help over 2.6 million taxpayers every year. The IRS also has a program called the TCE or Tax Counseling for the Elderly which offers free tax help for all taxpayers, particularly those who are 60 years of [...]

Part two in a three part series In our previous blog, we provided information about some of the perks that seniors can take advantage of as it pertains to entertainment, shopping and travel. In the second part of our three part series, we are going to provide some tips about home and healthcare services that eligible seniors can utilize. Part three will focus on other free or discounted benefits such as tax preparation, insurance and banking.   Free Transportation One of the most frustrating things for many seniors is their inability to leave their home without asking for help from friends or family. Fortunately, there are other options. Many communities have transportation services that are funded by the Federal government to help the elderly and [...]

Part one in a three part series   Getting older can have its’ perks and FirstLantic is here to help you take advantage of as many of them as possible! In the first part of this three part series, we are going to provide guidance on discounts or free services offered specifically to senior citizens. Some of these are provided by organizations and some are government run programs. In part one of this series, we are going to help you get the most out of your leisure time with helpful hints on perks available for dining out, traveling and shopping. Part two will focus on healthcare and home service allowances and benefits and part three will focus on other services which offer special rate such [...]

What do an artist, a long-distance runner and a body builder all have in common? For starters, they are all women at the top of their game and they are all over 80 years young. While some of us act old at 30, other people manage to keep their spirit young throughout their entire life and they don’t let their age define them. The three women that are profiled here not only are amazing at what they do but they achieved their success later in life proving that it is never too late to be your best self!   Painter Carmen Herrera is now 103 and she has been painting since the late 1940s. However, she did not sell her first painting until she was [...]

What was the name of that Italian restaurant again?   If you are like many people, you hear yourself asking those type of questions more frequently as you get older. Most of the time, you forget little or insignificant things but sometimes you may forget something important like a doctor’s appointment or remembering to take your medication. Part of the problem is that the sheer volume and access to information has increased exponentially. Social media, email, texts, phone calls, news feeds, pop-ups are all vying for our attention. And as we age, it is also normal to lose some cognitive function. However, that doesn’t mean that we can’t proactively take steps to minimize memory loss. There are many ways for seniors to stay mentally active [...]

While there are many benefits of retirement, there are also some adjustments that many people need to make in order to transition to this next phase of life. While most of us do not miss the stress that came along with our careers, we do miss the mental stimulation. There is also less social interaction when you don’t go to an office every day. However, instead of dwelling on the downsides, think of all the things you have always wanted to do but never got around to doing. Remember that art history class that you wanted to take but never had time? Or what about when you wanted to learn how to make the perfect lasagna or become a wine connoisseur?   Well, now is [...]