“Well•Spring Solutions has lived up to their name and truly been a refreshing source of resources and encouragement, basically giving hope in what can feel like a losing battle.” – Caregiver -Sherrice Alston Sherrice was the keynote speaker at the annual Be the Solution! Breakfast on September 10. She shared about the journey her mother and her family have been [...]
Michael Olender AARP voter engagement and community outreach expert Michael Olender has been named Director of AARP North Carolina. Olender will lead the North Carolina staff and team of nearly 500 volunteers who are working to improve the health, finances and well-being of nearly 1.1 million members in the state. Olender takes on this new role after managing the [...]
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. [...]
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 would think of taking this ride in our car, however [...]
While a large majority of Americans suspect that most of the automated telephone messages—or “robocalls”—that they receive are attempts at scams, few are taking actions to protect themselves, according to results of a new survey from the AARP Fraud Watch Network. An estimated 48 billion robocalls came into the United States last year. Nearly half of U.S. adults surveyed by [...]
A topping off ceremony for Greystar’s Overture Centennial in Raleigh, N.C. was held on March 29, 2019, to mark the placement of the last beam on the new structure. Construction over the coming months will focus on the exterior, apartment interiors, and amenity spaces. “Overture Centennial is being designed to create a sense of community and support a happy, [...]
Is NOW the Time to Make a Move? How the real estate market impacts seniors considering a move This month I have decided to take on a mountain of a topic again (I get asked about this often) involving the decision many seniors may have to make at some point [...]
View the Digital MagazineIn MemoriamGertrude Walton Atkins (Trudy), 93, owner of Southern Trade Publications Company and founder of this publication, Retirement Resource Guide, passed away on March 15, 2019 following several months of declining health. A memorial service was held the following Thursday at her church, West Market Street United Methodist Church.In 1989 she came to work for the family [...]
Arosa+LivHOME, a Bain Capital Double Impact company, has bolstered its presence in Greensboro, N.C., with the acquisition of Forever Young Home Care. The acquisition will strengthen its mission to provide superior service that reaches the greatest number of clients. Arosa+LivHOME’s local presence is known as Nurse Care of North Carolina. [...]
Richard Childress with WWII Veteran Phil Hewitt The Invasion of Normandy occurred on June 6th, 1944. On this day, hundreds of thousands of soldiers from the United States, Canada, France and Britain created a force powerful enough to make history. D-Day is remembered every year on its anniversary to celebrate the courage of our Armed Forces and pay our [...]
