Need some ideas for the older adults in your congregation? Or maybe you yourself want to get your group going and start something new or be prepared for things at this stage of life. If you have other ideas or want to let us know ideas that have worked for you contact Cindy Martin at chm@cumberland.org. We […]
While people usually want to remain in their own homes as long as possible, there may come a time when it is necessary to consider alternate living options. If you are at the point of considering such a move, here are some things to keep in mind. First and foremost, determine the individual’s needs. Is […]
Article originally published by Kaiser Health News (http://khn.org/news/soul-purpose-seniors-with-strong-reasons-to-live-often-live-stronger/) on August 31, 2017. Written by Judith Graham. After making it through the maelstrom of middle age, many adults find themselves approaching older age wondering “what will give purpose to my life?” now that the kids have flown the nest and retirement is in the cards. […]
When I said “I do” to the love of my life, I meant it. I also meant “till death do us part.” I was making a promise to him and to God that I would love, honor, and care for him as long as I lived. It was a sacred covenant. We were in love […]
How does the church treat its older members? Unfortunately, those who are no longer able to participate regularly in the life of the church may be forgotten. Often these people are the very ones who were instrumental in establishing and building the church—through their gifts of time, energy, and resources. This situation is not limited […]
Many of us grew up—or our kids did—in the time of a TV show called The Waltons. As you may remember, the setting took place during the depression when money was so tight it was hard to scrape up enough to buy a sack of flour at the neighborhood general store. The lack of money […]
Yes, there are all kinds of people trying to get access to your pocket book, bank account, credit cards, and e-mail address. I feel rather foolish telling you this, but I have been the victim of several scams. I thought I was a fairly intelligent, astute, and cautious person, but I discovered that I am […]
By 2030 when all of those in the Baby Boomer generation have reached age 65, older adults will represent about 19% (nearly one-fifth) of the population of the United States or about 72.1 million people. (Information from Administration on Aging Website, May 2014). This number of older Americans is more than double what it was […]
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