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Magazine Issues
Fall 2019 Issue
View the Digital Magazine In This Issue... It’s that time of year to enjoy the beautiful Fall weather and there are so many ways to experience it. What comes to mind is a relaxing ride on a country back road while taking in the breathtaking foliage. Most of us [...]
Feature Articles
Is the 60+ Adapting to Technology?
This issue I asked an associate, Chris Burns, to address the future of smart phone use among older Americans. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did. At a recent Rotary club meeting, I was shocked and fascinated to hear for the first time about IBM’s Knowledge Curve. [...]
Housing
Overture: Treat Yourself to Luxury
You are unique. Where and how you live are important. Overture recognizes this and is dedicated to changing the perspective of life after 55. Overture can’t control the fulfillment of an active adult lifestyle, but can help you find the right home. Welcome to Overture, a new chapter [...]
Retirement Communities
Performer Jessica Vosk to launch Broadway concert, education collaboration between Well•Spring and UNCG
PerformerJessica Vosk to launch Broadway concert, education collaboration between Well•Spring and UNCG on Nov. 23. Singer and actress Jessica Vosk has starred in the lead role in “Wicked” on Broadway and appeared on the stages of London’s Royal Albert Hall and Carnegie Hall. Now she’s coming to The Well•Spring Theatre in Greensboro. [...]
Healthcare
“Tell me about your medications …”
It is likely you will hear this statement when you go to the hospital or to a doctor’s appointment. In order to take care of you safely and effectively, it is vital that health care providers have accurate information about you. Medication errors are a serious problem and it is [...]
Service Providers
Don’t Always Assume the “Doctor knows best.”
A Common Care Mistake to Avoid - Don’t Always Assume the “Doctor knows best.” That is why we go to the doctor, right? To get the expert opinion. To have him or her tell us what is wrong and what to do to fix it. But can we always expect [...]
Staying Fit & Healthy
Lonnie Cathey Proving Age Is Just A Number
The thought of the loss of youth tends to put many people in a slump. However, getting old does not have to be depressing. There are many inspiring people in the world who become successful in their older years and become role models for people half their age. These people [...]
Arts, Leisure & Travel
Jekyll Island – Off the Beaten Path
Lets face it…we are spoiled. Living in central North Carolina we have access to mountains and beaches just a short drive away. And each destination has many different personalities from an arts-centric trip to Asheville to a fishing trip to Ocracoke. Yes, we are spoiled and it’s difficult to justify leaving the Carolinas to vacation [...]