Tag Archives: hot weather

1. Senior travel tips: senior traveling in Maine

   Traveling can be a stressful event for anyone, and senior travel is no exception. There is so much planning to do, and there are always unexpected bumps in the roads. Between choosing a destination, packing all necessities and … Continue

2. heat stroke in seniors: serious business

   There are many ways to avoid overheating that could lead to heat illness or heat stroke. Staying hydrated, avoiding physical activity and keeping in the shade are all ways to stay healthy in the summer, but sometimes … Continue

3. gardening tips: 6 gardening tips for seniors

   We’d like to share some gardening tips, since spring is here and flowers are blooming, which makes it the perfect time to dig into some gardening. According to the National Gardening Association, over 78 million Americans love … Continue

4. Migratory Bird Act: Happy 100 Years

   I’m celebrating the Weeks-McLean Law, passed 100 years ago today, commonly referred to as the Migratory Bird Act. Today, I’m also celebrating what would have been my dad’s 86th birthday. Malcolm Dennison McLean, this one’s for you. … Continue

5. Egg Carton Greenhouse: here comes spring!

   This egg carton greenhouse project is the perfect way to welcome spring. Karen Vachon of Insphere Insurance Solutions has put together a little egg carton greenhouse video to show people how it’s done. Now’s the time to … Continue

6. West Nile Virus in Maine: avoid mosquito bites!

   West Nile Virus has found its way to Maine after a hot and humid summer. Elders and infants are most susceptible to serious illness, though most people who get West Nile recover from it. How does it … Continue

7. What is Macular Degeneration? Can macular degeneration be prevented?

   Macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss and blindness in people over 65. It is caused when a part of the retina in the eye, on the inside back wall of your eyeball,  begins to … Continue