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Get Out and Enjoy Yourself

By Eleanor Collins

Shout out! This article is for people who are 50 and up, retired or not. I want to share my experience with you. If you are feeling old, lonely, or irrelevant, just because you're not in your prime, I'm here to let you know that you still have purpose. There are still lots of things that you can do, and experience. Here are a few examples; you could join a senior center, book or chess club or you can start your own; go out with family, or take a trip with friends, but please don't just sit and do nothing. Have you ever thought about volunteering? What about writing a book or getting involved in your community? The sky is the limit, just.... get out, build community, and above all, enjoy yourself.

Managing Chronic Pain and Illness as a Senior: Practical Tips for a Better Quality of Life

By Suze Webb

Chronic symptoms from pain and illness are a common challenge among seniors, often resulting from arthritis, nerve damage, past injuries, or new diagnoses. While symptoms can feel overwhelming, effective management strategies can improve daily comfort and overall well-being. Here are some practical ways to cope with chronic symptoms as a senior.

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Coping with Loss

By Harrison Smythe

Grief and loss come in many different forms. From the passing of a loved one, to the breakdown of a relationship, the selling of a family home or the loss of a pet. All forms of adversity and how we respond to those experiences are valid and unique. At an advanced age most seniors have had a significant change in their relationships and daily life. Their friend circles may have gotten smaller, or they find it harder to communicate with their families. They may also find it harder to travel from home to their target destinations.

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Peer Support, Community, and the Stigma of Aging

By Esse Pink

Older adults may be one of our most vulnerable populations, but they are not immune to the harmful effects of mental health stigmatization. As a result of this stigmatization, seniors are less likely to seek services, especially in the African American communities. Left untreated, mental health issues, such as depression, may leave this vulnerable population with disability or impairment. Such ailments can then lead to diminished quality of life, higher rates of mortality, and worsened health outcomes.

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The Five Elements of the First Amendment Are About Activism!

By Frank Meeink

A lot of American’s do not know their First Amendment rights. ‘’The First Amendment guarantees freedoms concerning religion, expression, assembly, and the right to petition.” (Cornell Law School, 2018) It forbids Congress from both promoting one religion over others and restricting an individual’s religious practices. The amendment guarantees freedom of expression by prohibiting Congress from restricting the press, and the rights of individuals to speak freely. Further, it also guarantees the right of citizens to assemble peacefully and to petition their government.

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