Practical tips, advice and hope for those who live alone By Gwenn Voelckers My self-esteem took a real nose dive after my divorce. It
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There’s No Better Time to Take on a New Challenge
By Jenna Schifferle jenna.schifferle@gmail.com Fall sets the stage for perfect running conditions. The humidity dissipates and the leaves turn bold colors that are a
Having the Courage to Live Alone
By Gwenn Voelckers I was inspired to write this column on courage after receiving this email below from a reader: Dear Gwenn, You would appreciate
Physician Assistant: A Fulfilling, Broad-based Healthcare Career
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Few careers in healthcare share the same kind of impact as the physician assistant. The PA often performs tasks and
Why Often-Overlooked Cabbage Deserves a Closer Look
By Anne Palumbo I always love a good nutritional surprise; and cabbage doesn’t disappoint. Although many varieties abound, today’s column focuses on the most popular
How to Handle Your Medicare Coverage if You Move
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, My husband and I are moving to a different area of the country to be near our daughter.
My New Fitness Routine: I Have to Say, It Is Uncomfortable
By Jenna Schifferle jenna.schifferle@gmail.com The digital artist Michael John Bobak once said, “All progress takes place outside the comfort zone.” Few sentiments prove to
Don’t Let This Past Year Define You
By Gwenn Voelckers Well, so much for that longed-for carefree summer. Just as we were getting a taste of normalcy, a fourth wave of
Your Stomach’s Best Friend? Fennel!
By Anne Palumbo Saddled with a finicky stomach since forever, I’m always on the lookout for foods that aid digestion. Probiotic-rich yogurt, high-fiber whole
How to Replace Important Documents That Are Lost or Missing
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, Can you tell me what I need to do to replace a variety of important documents? Our house





