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We hope you were able to attend Boomer Bash West at Crocker Park with our festive Hollywood theme. If not, here's what you missed. If so, you may see yourself on the video highlights below. Keep watching our website for details of our autumn Boomer Bash. ...

It’s been 10 years since the online service — my Social Security — was launched. Since then, 67 million people have signed up and benefited from its secure and convenient self-service options that make your life easier when doing business with Social Security online. ...

Remember when summer was one, long, sun-filled season of possibilities that lasted forever?  Then, suddenly, it became a muggy flash interrupted by Memorial Day, the Fourth of July and Labor Day. Reclaim the season! Our May/June issue is full of suggestions for putting the fun back into summer. ...

Dehydration is far too common in many older adults for a variety of reasons. Our bodies are made mostly of water, and like all things in life, this changes as we age. Everything in your body works better when it’s hydrated. Without enough water, problems occur, exacerbating current conditions and issues. ...

Last month, the Social Security Administration released a new fact sheet specifically for people with limited earnings. The new fact sheet covers how you and your family members may qualify for several benefits. Check it out online. ...

Native plants have evolved to our seasons and soil types, so they thrive in less-than-ideal conditions. Native flowers flourish in their natural habitat, even if the soil is depleted, if there’s not enough or too much rain, or if you see caterpillars and other insects on the plants. If your ornamentals are failing to thrive, plant to native flowers in your garden. ...

The thing that keeps many of us from “doing our best” when it comes to exercise, fitness, and even recreation, is our weather. It can be both a deterrent and a ready excuse to NOT get up and get moving. What motivates you? If it’s sunshine and warm weather, it’s right here right now. Whatever will get you up and out… do that! ...

The concept of the Encore Retirement Lifestyle is to continue the time associated with work activities we enjoyed pre-retirement and increase the time in the leisure activities we enjoy.  The goal is to merge these two lifestyle aspects to achieve maximum satisfaction and fulfillment in retirement. To do so, retirees must examine their past, explore and envision their future.  ...