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Miles for Meals
Monday March 20th - Sunday March 26th MILES FOR MEALS A Benefit for Meals on Wheels Kitsap Register Today for a Virtual event designed to...
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Mar 4, 20231 min read


SAVE THE DATE: The Road Ahead, April 8th
SAVE THE DATE: April 8th, 10am - 1pm, Road Ahead FREE Resource Fair. It's been quite a while since we have been able to host one of...
marycoupland5
Mar 4, 20231 min read


What are the 5 Commons Drugs that can cause Weight Gain?
By Kimberly Goad, AARP February 2023 All drugs have side effects, but some can come with added pounds. Side effects are common with...
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Mar 3, 20235 min read


The Gray Area of Death
The hardest conversations are those we are most reluctant to have with ourselves and loved ones. We shy away from this dialogue because...
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Mar 3, 20232 min read


Can I Deduct Medical Expenses on My Tax Return?
By John Waggoner, AARP February 2023 You might be able to write off costs if you itemize and have a lot of them. Lots of things qualify...
marycoupland5
Feb 28, 20233 min read


What Afghanistan Teaches About Investments
By Mike Adams For more than twenty years, three different presidents promised to remove United States troops from Afghanistan. Despite...
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Feb 28, 20233 min read


Tips for Splitting Caregiving Costs Between Siblings
By Bruce Horovitz, AARP January 2023 Practical ways to approach sharing parents’ long-term care expenses. Jaclyn Strauss has four words...
marycoupland5
Jan 28, 20234 min read


Best Foods for Blood Pressure (and 6 worst)
By Hallie Levine, AARP January 2023 Help control your blood pressure numbers by watching what’s on your plate. Nearly half of all adults...
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Jan 28, 20236 min read


Goodbye 2022, Hello 2023!
By Mike Adams Good riddance to 2022. It was a rotten year. I am not happy with the results, but we learned from 2008 and 2000 that these...
marycoupland5
Jan 27, 20234 min read


What Do My Toes Say About My Health?
By Beth Howard, AARP, January 2023 What do my toes say about my health? Here's 7 Things Your Toes Could Say About Your Health. Doing a...
marycoupland5
Jan 23, 20233 min read


How Do Baby Boomers Affect the Economy?
By Ben Casselman, The Morning NYT The baby boomers are (finally) retiring. That could reshape the economy for decades. Staying power The...
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Jan 23, 20234 min read


How is the General Enrollment Period (GEP) for Medicare Different This Year?
Dear Marci, I missed my Initial Enrollment Period so am now planning to enroll this month during the General Enrollment Period. I’ve been...
marycoupland5
Jan 23, 20232 min read


What are some Cyber Security Tips?
This article below outlines "What are some Cyber Security Tips" to help you stay safe online. Article Submitted by: Jeffrey B. Miller,...
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Jan 23, 20231 min read


What Are The Signs That Your Elderly Parents Need Help With Finances?
By Susan Haywood What are the signs that your elderly parents need health with finances? Studies show that from the age of 60 and beyond,...
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Jan 18, 20233 min read
Have You Thought About the Legacy You Will Leave Behind?
By Johanna Munson, Peace of Mind Guide Have you thought about (and taken action on) the legacy you will leave behind for those who will...
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Dec 29, 20222 min read


Why is Pickleball so Popular?
By June DeMelo, NY Times, December 2022 Everyone and their mother seems to be playing. What’s the draw — and is it really a workout? Now...
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Dec 26, 20226 min read


MSC Cruises Plans Fourth U.S. Homeport in Texas
By Alison Fox, T&L, December 2022 “The prospect of developing a new homeport in Galveston is exciting because it represents a big step in...
marycoupland5
Dec 26, 20222 min read


How to Make Your Home Safe for an Aging Parent
By Sharon Jayson, AARP Small changes — and big ones, too — can be put in place to accommodate your loved one. With loved ones living...
marycoupland5
Dec 26, 20225 min read


Foods to Help Your Acid Reflux or Heartburn
By Barbara Stepko, AARP, December 2022 Tweak your diet with these 16 foods to help banish the burn before it becomes GERD. The meal may...
marycoupland5
Dec 26, 20228 min read


10 Steps to Take as You Get Ready to Retire
By Donna Fuscaldo, AARP, December 2022 Start planning now for the lifestyle you want and what you’ll need financially to get there. A...
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Dec 26, 20226 min read
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