As physically active individuals age, they typically must change how they approach exercise. For example, rather than jumping two feet first into new activities like they might have done when they were younger, seniors may have to think about injury prevention and ways to improve their endurance prior to lacing up their sneakers. For most, that may boil down to taking various pre-workout steps.
▶ Get enough rest. The body requires adequate sleep and other rest during the day to stimulate muscle growth and repair. Exercise may not be as effective and it may be more dangerous if seniors are engaging without enough sleep. In addition, sleep deprivation can reduce reaction times, which can adversely affect workouts.
▶ Emphasize stretching. Stretching can improve flexibility and reduce the risk of muscle injuries. It also can improve range of motion in the joints. Stretching before and after a workout prepares the body for exercise and helps it recover.
▶ Wear the proper footwear and clothing. Sturdy, supportive athletic shoes and well-fitting workout wear can make working out more comfortable and
safer. The National Institute on Aging recommends finding footwear designed for the specific activity you’ll be engaging in. Footwear that offers sufficient heel support and nonslip soles is beneficial as well.
▶ Warm up. Give the body an opportunity to acclimate during a warm-up period that will facilitate healthy breathing. Warming up also loosens up the joints and muscles for the exercise ahead. After a workout, seniors should cool down to reduce their heart rates and prepare for recovery.
▶ Carefully consider pre-workout supplements. Preworkout powders and pills have become quite popular for exercise enthusiasts. Manufacturers may advertise that their products are loaded with vitamins and minerals that will help energize the body for a workout. However, they also may be fortified with caffeine. Do not take a preworkout supplement without first consulting your physician, as certain products may adversely interact with medications you’re taking for preexisting conditions.
Pre-workout steps can keep seniors safe and reduce injury risk from exercise.
The benefits of spending time in the great outdoors are significant. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, spending time outdoors may improve mental health and help to reduce stress, and the vitamin D the body absorbs while outside can have a positive effect on blood cells and the immune system.
Seniors can benefit from the great outdoors as much as anyone. Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium, which strengthens bones. That’s especially beneficial for seniors, as the National Council on Aging notes that bone density often decreases after age 50, which can increase the risk of fractures. That’s especially so in women over the age of 50, as a 2021 report from Amgen, Inc., indicated women can lose up to 20 percent of their bone density within five to seven years of menopause.
Spending time in the great outdoors also provides a social benefit, encouraging individuals from all walks of life, including seniors, to get out of their homes and spend time with other people.
With so much to gain from spending time outside, seniors can consider these three outdoor exercises as they seek to maintain or improve their overall health.
1. Walking: Walking is free and effective. In fact, WebMD notes that a brisk 30-minute walk can improve blood flow, contribute to a stronger heart, strengthen bones, and even help people sleep better at night. In addition, a 2022 study published in the journal JAMA Neurology found that people between the ages of 40 and 79 who walked about 9,800 steps per day were 51 percent less likely to develop dementia than people who didn’t walk much at all.
2. Cycling: Riding a bike is both fun and a great form of outdoor exercise. Though many studies regarding the health effects of cycling have looked at the value of riding a bike to work, a scenario that does not apply to retirees, the results of such studies still offer insight into just how valuable it can be to ride a bike. For example, a 2020 study published in the journal The Lancet found that people who cycled to work were 24 percent less likely to die of heart disease
and 11 percent less likely to develop cancer. Seniors, whether they are still working or retired, can incorporate cycling into their daily routines and enjoy all the fun and health benefits that riding a bike provides.
3. Hiking: Hiking is a bit more strenuous than walking, particularly when individuals choose to traverse steep and/ or rocky terrain. WebMD notes that hiking after age 60 can help people reduce their risk of falls and fractures; lower their risk for a host of ailments, including coronary heart disease, colon cancer and diabetes; reduce blood pressure, even in adults who have already been diagnosed with hypertension; and maintain healthy bones and joints. Hiking is not a one-size-fits-all activity, so seniors, especially those who would characterize themselves as novice hikers, are urged to speak with their physicians prior to hiking trails that are not flat. Seniors can consider these three fun activities and others as they answer the call of the great outdoors. Walking, cycling and hiking offer a great reason to get out of the house and reap the health-related benefits of spending time outside.
3 fun and effective outdoor exercises for seniors
Whether you’re independent and looking for amore active,social, and carefree lifestyle or in need of more practical support, Touchmark has an option for you. We pride ourselves on meeting residents where they are while providing the peace of mind that care is available should you need it in the future.With the cooking, cleaning, and maintenance off your plate,you canfocus on whatever brings you joy.
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Touchmark At Harwood Groves
1200 Harwood Drive S, Fargo, ND
701-552-9559
With maintenance-free living, there’s more time for the activities you love. We offer a continuum of services to fit your needs now and in the future. TouchmarkFargo.com
Bethany Gables
4255 30th Ave S, Fargo ND • 701-478-8900
Secure living for active seniors and part of Bethany Retirement Living. 1 & 2 bedroom apartments available; numerous amenities. An affordable rent structure makes Bethany Gables the perfect retirement living option. www.bethanynd.org
Serenity Assisted Living & Memory Care
1125 & 1204 Oakview Drive, Dilworth MN 218-477-7254
Serenity is a family owned and operated facility nestled in a residential neighborhood. Check out our Facebook page for a peek in the daily life of our ladies and gentlemen.
Bethany Towers II
201 University Dr S, Fargo ND 58103
701-239-3439
Eventide Fargo
3225 51st St S, Fargo, ND 58104
701-478-1800 • www.eventide.org
One, two and three bedroom apartments. Professional staff, housekeeping, transportation, fine dining options, personal care services, plus a wide variety of activities and wellness programs. Café, fitness center, Chapel and more! Campus includes skilled nursing and transitional care.
Eventide Sheyenne Crossings
225 13th Ave W, West Fargo, ND 58078
701-478-6002 • www.eventide.org
Studio, one and two bedroom apartments. Professional staff, housekeeping, transportation, fine dining options, personal care services, plus an array of activity and wellness programs. Cafe, fitness center, Chapel and more. Campus includes skilled nursing and transitional care.
Eventide The Linden
1500 7th St S, Moorhead, MN 56560
218-233-7508
• www.eventide.org
1 & 2 bedroom apartments. Professional, caring staff, weekly housekeeping, transportation, fine dining options and an array of activities and social events. Personal care services to support independence. Wellness center, Chapel, Cafe, media center and more.
Good Samaritan Society-Fargo
4502 37th Ave. S. Fargo
701-282-2651 or www.good-sam.com
• Great location in the SW corner of the city
• Close to shopping & amenities
• Private 1 & 2 bedroom apartments
• Care Plans fit to needs
• 24-hour staffing
• Quality living at an affordable price
• Christian environment
Moorhead Manor
1710 13th Ave N, Moorhead, MN
218-236-6286 • Susan Christianson, Director mhdmanor@outlook.com
27 efficiency apartments in a quiet residential neighborhood, home-cooked meals and snacks daily. All utilities paid. Assisted living services available for those that need them. 24 hour awake staff. Public assistance programs accepted under EW, CADI & GRH.
Pioneer House
3540 S. University Dr, Fargo
701-271-1862
Cozy, home-like assisted living apartments, offering assistance with daily tasks, fun activities and fellowship with friends. We make the move easy...we’ll help you sort, pack and move at no charge to any area resident! Discover the carefree lifestyle at Pioneer House. www.elimcare.org
Riverview Place
CHILivingCommunities.org/Riverview
5300 12th St S, Fargo, ND • 701-237-4700
Come visit us today and learn how our assisted living options can meet your needs. Crosshaven, our unique neighborhood, is the perfect alternative for maintaining your independence but still having the daily assistance you may require. We also provide assisted living services for those who still want to maintain their apartments in our Independent Living. Call today to set up a tour at 701-237-4700. Hello humankindness.
BeeHive Homes of Moorhead
1001 Caddy Ave. Moorhead, MN 56560 218-512-3033
beehivehomes.com/location/moorhead
At BeeHive Homes, we strive to provide an enriching and supervised environment in a home-like setting for all who chooseto call BeeHive ‘home’. Now Open . . . Memory Care! Excellent Staff to Resident Ratio, Home Cooked Meals, Private room with Bath, Daily Activities Program, and much more! BeeHive...the Next Best Place to Home! Assisted Living at it’s Finest! Call Now for More Information or to Reserve a Room!
Siena Court
711 14th Ave N, Wahpeton, ND 58075 701-642-6667 • www.blcwahpeton.org
Siena Court provides the comfort to live independently or with a little help. Spacious 1 and 2 bedroom apartments with a walkout patio area and full kitchen with appliances are available to help support your independence. Secured entrance after hours along with 24 hour personal emergency call system are there to give you the security to know that help is just a step away. Scheduled medical transportation is available for in and out of town
appointments. Noon meal with salad bar and dessert are included. Additional services available upon request.
Wahpeton Location:
315 11th St N, Wahpeton, ND
Phone: (701)-642-4425
West Fargo Location:
205 Sheyenne Street, Suite 2, West Fargo, ND Phone: (701)-281-8137
E-mail: sheyennehearing@702com.net
David Kruse has been helping the hearing impaired since 1987.
While complete hearing tests and consultations are done at no charge, our commitment is to educate our customers without high-pressure sales tactics. We also pride ourselves on treating each of our patients like family. We are a proud member of the Starkey Hearing Alliance - a national network of hearing care professionals dedicated to providing the most exceptional patient journey. Call for an appointment today and experience our highly personalized service and superior products!
Good Samaritan Society-Fargo
4502 37th Ave. S. Fargo
701-282-2651 or www.good-sam.com
• Great location in the SW corner of the city
• Close to shopping & amenities
• Private 1 & 2 bedroom apartments
• Care Plans fit to needs
• 24-hour staffing
• Quality living at an affordable price
• Christian environment
201 University Dr S, Fargo, ND 58103 701-239-3439 • www.bethanynd.org
Bethany Basic Care offers private rooms, kitchenettes and lounges on each floor, three meals and snacks daily, weekly housekeeping and linen service, personal care and nursing services plus activities, social events, therapy services and amenities. Medical Assistance accepted. Equal Housing Opportunity.
711 14th Ave N, Wahpeton, ND 58075 701-642-6667 • www.blcwahpeton.org
Siena Court provides the comfort and privacy of home, that promotes personal choice in a safe, caring environment. Spacious 1 bedroom apartments with kitchenettes as well as 3 meals a day with salad bar are offered in our community dining area. Secured entrance after hours along with certified staff available 24 hours/day, promotes social well-being by providing spiritual services and other entertainment activities. Scheduled medical transportation is available for in and out of town appointments.
Hanson-Runsvold Funeral Home
215 7th St S, Fargo, ND 701-232-3222 or toll-free 800-598-3223
www.hansonrunsvold.com
Funeral Preplanning & Prefunding by appointment. Our helpful preplanning guide and virtual tour are available on our website. We offer a full range of services, including personalized contemporary/traditional services for all faiths, video tributes, Reception Hall, arrangements made worldwide, cremation options & memorial services.
Boulger Funeral Home & Celebration of Life Center
123 South 10th Street, Fargo, ND 58103 701-237-6441 or 800-393-6441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
Planning ahead gives you the opportunity to prepare for future events of importance to you and those we love. For more information on our “Celebration of Life Center,” Special Veterans Packages, our Grief Support Meetings and to receive your FREE pre-planning guide, please contact Boulger Funeral Home. Boulger Funeral Home is the first in the F-M area to offer a 360° Virtual Tour on our new and expanded website- take the tour today!
West Funeral Home & Life Tribute Center
321 Sheyenne St, West Fargo 701-282-6699
31 6th Ave N, Casselton 701-347-4422
Our mission at West Funeral Home is to care for the grieving family with the utmost of compassion and professionalism while caring for loved ones with dignity and grace. We will forever be grateful for the trust that you have placed in us - please know that we will work diligently to meet your every need. It is our sincere desire to exceed your expectations and provide you the very best value possible. Four Generations - Since 1916. Our facilities are the newest and most spacious in the Red River Valley. If you are considering cremation, please know that your loved one will never leave our care as we are the only area funeral home with a crematory.
Breckenridge, MN
218-643-2275
• Fax: 218-643-2274
CHIHealthatHome.info
Provides Medicare-certified home health services to clients in MN and ND. Includes skilled nursing, aide, social services, as well as physical, occupational and speech therapies. We’re here to help you stay safe at home!
Hospice of the Red River Valley
1701 38th St. S, Ste. 101, Fargo, ND 58103 (800) 237-4629 • www.hrrv.org
Hospice of the Red River Valley is a nonprofit organization serving more than 50 counties in North Dakota and Minnesota. Hospice care is provided by a team of experts who deliver comfort care to alleviate pain and suffering and enhance quality of life for people with life-limiting illnesses.
Health
Valley City, ND
855-860-3464 • Fax: 701-845-6552
CHIHealthatHome.info
Provides Medicare-certified home health services to clients in Carrington, Lisbon, Harvey, Oakes, Valley City and surrounding communities. Includes skilled nursing, aide, social services, as well as physical, occupational and speech therapies. We’re here to help you stay safe at home!
1701 38th St. S, Ste. 101, Fargo, ND 58103 (800) 929-8891 • CareThatComesToYou.org
Primary care and palliative care in the comfort of your home via in-person visits and telehealth for people who have difficulty leaving their homes for clinic appointments. Our in-home medical care means experts come to you and no more going back and forth to the clinic or arranging for transportation for routine check-ups and other needs.
www.dakotahomecare.com
877-691-0015 Services in Fargo/West Fargo, Bismarck/Mandan, and Surrounding Areas. At Dakota Home Care, we’re dedicated to helping those who need extra support to enjoy life in the familiar, comfortable home setting with services to meet a wide range of individual needs. We provide private nursing as well as non-medical services such as companionship, meal preparation, hygiene care, light housekeeping, transportation, memory care, assisted/independent living support services, and more. Dakota Home Care is licensed by the North Dakota State Health Department, and we accept many payment options including private pay, LTC insurance, Medicaid, veterans’ benefits, and WSI. Let Dakota Home Care help you keep home an option for a lifetime.
701-850-2000
www.GriswoldHomeCare.com/Fargo Services provided - Fargo/Moorhead, Detroit Lakes, and Surrounding Areas. Griswold Home Care is a locally owned and state licensed Home Care provider in both Minnesota and North Dakota. We provide Personal Care, Homemaking, Meal Preparation, Companionship, Transportation along with Skilled Services such as medication administration, wound care and much more. Whether your home is where you raised your family, an Assisted Living, or Memory Care Facility we come to you. From as little as a couple hours all the way to full 24/7 care. Proudly serving Veterans through the VACCN Program, accepting LTC Insurance and Medicaid. Now licensed Certified Brain Injury Specialists on staff. “We give people the help they need to live in the place they love.” Now hiring PT Caregivers!
Home Instead
4141 31st Ave S, Ste 102 • Fargo, ND 701-478-1010 • www.homeinstead.com/519
Home Instead provides companionship, personal care, meal preparation, housekeeping, transportation, and medication reminders to seniors who wish to stay in their homes as long as possible. We provide services to seniors in 10 counties in ND (Cass & Richland) and MN (Clay, Norman, Mahnomen, Becker, Hubbard, Otter Tail, Douglas & Wilkin).
Our CAREGivers are dedicated to providing the highest quality of service to the seniors they care for. In addition to the initial training received, including providing care for those with Alzheimer’s, they receive ongoing training in many other aspects of caregiving. They are the heart of our company and we are extremely proud of them.
Home Instead is now proudly serving local Veterans through the VACCN Program.
100 4th St S, Fargo, ND • 701-243-4900
Skilled Nursing, Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapies. Medical Social Worker, Home Health Aides, and Remote Home Telemonitoring. Medicare certified. Serving Fargo-Moorhead, Mahnomen, Pelican Rapids, Wheaton, Lisbon and Mayville and surrounding communities.
3362 35th Avenue South, Fargo, ND 58104 • 701-364-3010
Skilled nursing, Physical, Occupational and Speech therapies, Medical Social Worker, Home Health Aides, Remote Home Tele-Monitoring. Free evaluation visit. Joint Commission Accredited. Medicare Certified. Serving Fargo-Moorhead and surrounding communities.
Home Health
Breckenridge, MN
218-643-2275 • Fax: 218-643-2274
CHIHealthatHome.info
Provides Medicare-certified home health services to clients in MN and ND. Includes skilled nursing, aide, social services, as well as physical, occupational and speech therapies. We’re here to help you stay safe at home!
CHI Health At Home
Home Health
Valley City, ND
855-860-3464 • Fax: 701-845-6552
CHIHealthatHome.info
Provides Medicare-certified home health services to clients in Carrington, Lisbon, Harvey, Oakes, Valley City and surrounding communities. Includes skilled nursing, aide, social services, as well as physical, occupational and speech therapies. We’re here to help you stay safe at home!
Benedictine Home Health
1307 7th St N, Wahpeton, ND 58075 701-642-6667 • www.blcwahpeton.org
Benedictine Home Health offers skilled nursing care, therapy and personal services that you receive in your home. We are Medicaid certified and accept many insurances along with private pay options. Our skilled nursing staff, physical, occupational, and speech therapists currently provide services for Minnesota and North Dakota. The goal of home health is to keep you safe and healthy in your own home.
Ethos Home Health Care
3361 45th Street South, Suite 100 Fargo, ND (701) 356-3803 • www.ethoscare.org
Ethos is a non-profit, Christian-based organization committed to providing quality home health care to individuals in the areas surrounding Fargo-Moorhead, Grand Forks and Detroit Lakes. Our home health care team provides skilled nursing, physical, occupational and speech therapy, home health aide services, in-home technology, and more. We work to understand the goals of each individual we serve so we can provide individualized care to meet your unique needs.
1701 38th St. S, Ste. 101, Fargo, ND 58103 (800) 237-4629 • www.hrrv.org
Hospice of the Red River Valley is a nonprofit organization serving more than 50 counties in North Dakota and Minnesota. Hospice care is provided by a team of experts who deliver comfort care to alleviate pain and suffering and enhance quality of life for people with life-limiting illnesses.
Breckenridge, MN
218-643-2275 • Fax: 218-643-2274
CHIHealthatHome.info
Provides Medicare-certified hospice services to clients in MN and ND. Includes skilled nursing, aide, social services, spiritual care and bereavement. We focus on quality of life, symptom control, client and family education and support.
820 4th St N, Fargo, ND • 701-234-7550
Sanford Fargo Hospice provides care in your home, a nursing home and assisted living facilities in the Fargo Moorhead and surrounding area. We offer care that focuses on your dignity and well- being. Our hospice team includes doctors, nurses, social workers, chaplains, CNA’s and volunteers. Sanford Hospice, Caring for the mind, body, and spirit at end of life.
Valley City, ND
855-860-3464 • Fax:701-845-6552
CHIHealthatHome.info
Provides Medicare-certified hospice services to clients in Carrington, Harvey, Lisbon, Oakes, Valley City and surrounding communities. Includes skilled nursing, aide, social services, spiritual care and bereavement. We focus on quality of life, symptom control, client and family education and support.
801 N Broadway, Fargo, ND • 701-234-5264
As the first hospice house in North Dakota, and the only hospice house in the community, the Sanford Fargo Hospice House, provides patients’ the comfort they need through their end-of-life journey. Our home-like facility features private patient rooms, family sleeping spaces, a private consult room and a family dining area. At the Sanford Fargo Hospice House, you’ll partner with physicians, nurses and the rest of the care team who will be with you every step of the way.
3361 45th Street South, Suite 100 Fargo, ND (701) 356-3803 • www.ethoscare.org
Ethos Hospice is a non-profit, Christianbased organization committed to caring for patients and their families with physical, emotional and spiritual care. We serve individuals wherever they may be in the areas surrounding our offices in Fargo-Moorhead, Grand Forks and Detroit Lakes. Our care is shaped to meet the needs of each individual and their loved ones, and can include nursing, home health aide services, social work, spiritual care, music and massage therapy, and more.
Fieldstone Village
Senior Apartments
4574 44th Ave S, Fargo ND • 701-235-4138
Senior apartments, 55 & older. Features include: Garages, Guest Suite, Community Room, Fitness Center, On-Site Management. 1 Bdrms $570, 2 Bdrms $670
Collective
2651 Whispering Creek Cir, Fargo, ND
701-356-6688 • www.liveatcollective.com
Independent Senior Living in Fargo and Moorhead at our Whispering Creek and Crossings at Waters Edge Properties, with a brand-new property in South Fargo! Call for a tour of our community!
Dakota Commons
3865 4th St E, West Fargo, ND (40th Ave & 4th St E)
701-364-2620 • www.metroplains.com
Large 2 bdrm apartments with elevator, patios/balconies, community room, library, and theatre with surround sound. Close to Osgood golf course.
Grace Pointe
2890 Saffron Dr S, Fargo ND • 701-551-0805
Grace Pointe is an upscale, independent living community for those aged 55 and older. Grace Pointe offers maintenance-free, open, convenient 1 & 2 bedroom apartments with access to the many amenities at Bethany on 42nd. www.gracepointend.org
Harper Heights
121 1st Avenue W, West Fargo, ND 58078
701-356-0891 • www.metroplains.com
1 & 2 bedroom apartments with heated indoor parking, elevator, exercise room, modern media room, laundry in unit, scheduled activities in the community rooms, and everything paid except electricity.
Appletree Court
601 Oak Street, Breckenridge, MN
218-643-0407
20 Unit one-bedroom apartment complex for those over 62. Rent is based on income. Off street parking, secure building, spacious community room, coin operated laundry in a quiet residential neighborhood. A beautiful view of the Red River is breathtaking.
Heritage Commons
1315 3rd St E, West Fargo, ND 58078
701-356-0891 • www.metroplains.com
Spacious 2 bedroom Townhomes –all on one level. Homes come with attached garages, laundry hookups, scheduled activities in the community spaces, and everything paid except electricity. We also take care of your yard!
Touchmark At Harwood Groves
1200 Harwood Drive S, Fargo, ND 701-552-9559
With maintenance-free living, there’s more time for the activities you love. We offer a continuum of services to fit your needs now and in the future. TouchmarkFargo.com
Heritage Square
1315 3rd St E #131, West Fargo, ND 58078 701-356-0891 • www.metroplains.com
One level 1 & 2 bedroom apartments, laundry hookups, large layouts with updated flooring, everything paid except electricity. We have a community library, sun/game room, garden and scheduled activities in our busy community room/kitchen.
River Square
1251 54th Ave S. Fargo, ND 58104 701-364-2620 • www.metroplains.com
South Fargo’s Best Kept Secret! 55+ Independent Living. 1 & 2 bedroom units, all on one level. Heat paid with laundry hookups. Attached garages available. Community/game room, library, sun rooms and garden spaces available in courtyard.
Eventide Living Center (Income qualified)
1333 7th St S, Moorhead, MN 218-233-7508 • www.eventide.org
Quality, affordable retirement living for those over 62. Rent based on income. Off street parking, secure building, emergency call system, spacious community room and access to wellness center.
Charleston Townhomes
122 14th Ave E, West Fargo, ND 58078 701-356-0891 • www.metroplains.com
Spacious 2 bedroom Townhomes – all on one level. Homes come with attached garages, laundry hookups, gas forced heat with central air, scheduled activities in the community rooms, and everything paid except electricity. We also take care of your yard!
Eventide Fargo
3225 51st St S, Fargo ND 58104 701-478-1800 • www.eventide.org
One, two and three bedroom apartments. Professional staff, housekeeping, transportation, fine dining options, personal care services, plus a wide variety of activities and wellness programs. Café, fitness center, Chapel and more! Campus includes skilled nursing and transitional care.
Eventide Sheyenne Crossings
225 13th Ave W, West Fargo, ND 701-478-6002 • www.eventide.org
Studio, one and two bedroom apartments. Professional staff, housekeeping, transportation, fine dining options, personal care services, plus an array of activity and wellness programs. Cafe, fitness center, Chapel and more. Campus includes skilled nursing and transitional care.
The Linden at Eventide
1500 7th St S, Moorhead, MN
218-233-7508 • www.eventide.org
1 & 2 bedroom apartments. Professional, caring staff, weekly housekeeping, transportation, fine dining options and an array of activities and social events. Personal care services to support independence. Wellness center, Chapel, Cafe, media center and more.
Preserve Townhomes
3170 7th St E, West Fargo, ND 58078
701-364-2620 • www.metroplains.com
Affordable “55” & better, independent senior living. 2 bedroom townhomes with modern layouts all on one level! Homes come with attached garages & laundry hookups. We pay for heat and take care of the yard! Plus, scheduled activities in our busy community room/kitchen. 1 block west of Veterans Blvd along 32nd Ave S.
Riverview Place
CHILivingCommunities.org/Riverview
5300 12th St. S, Fargo • 701-237-4700
Come visit us today and learn how our independent living options can meet your needs. Enjoy a warm, family atmosphere with affordable pricing, complimentary breakfast, utilities, cable, 24 hour emergency pendant system, warm water pool, Catholic Mass six days a week and one Protestant service per week. Call today to set up a tour at 701-237-4700. Hello humankindness.
Cooperative Living CenterWest Fargo
1321 14th Ave E, West Fargo
701-293-7484
A Friendly 55+ Community
• Active Community
• Community Room & Special Events
• Noon Meal M-F
• Secure Building
• Attached Parking
• Walk In Showers Available Call today to schedule a tour!
Dakota Estates
440 Wiley Ave, Lidgerwood, ND 58053
701-538-4456
Good Living…Good Times! Affordable retirement living for those 55 and older nestled in a rural setting, just a short drive from Wahpeton or Fargo! Three meals daily, cable, electricity, laundry, housekeeping and personal care services included! Newly renovated apartments! Beauty/barber shop and chapel on site. Scheduled activities and 24 hour staff. Join our carefree, maintenancefree community. Call for details today!
4225 28th Ave S, Fargo, ND
701-532-1485 • www.metroplains.com
Located right off of 42nd Street next to beautiful Anderson Park in South Fargo. Homefield allows you to live independently without the hassle of snow removal, lawn care, or home maintenance. Live care free and enjoy the best years of your life in the peaceful community of Homefield. In-home washer/dryer, dishwasher, exercise room, community room, detached garage and so much more.
55+ Independent Senior Apartments
3412 Village Green Blvd, Moorhead, MN 218-475-8885
www.thiestalle.com/carriagehouse
Creating community one resident at a time! If you’re fifty-five or older, it’s time to choose the carefree, maintenance-free lifestyle of retirement living at Carriage House. Our friendly, hospitable community includes attached parking, elevator, fitness room, community room, library, greenhouse, beauty/barber, scheduled activities and so much more. You’ll quickly grow accustomed to the peace and quiet. Visit us at our location near the Village Green Golf Course. 1 and 2 bedrooms. Call today for a personal tour! Equal Housing Opportunity.
1200 Harwood Drive S, Fargo, ND
701-552-9559
With maintenance-free living, there’s more time for the activities you love. We offer a continuum of services to fit your needs now and in the future. TouchmarkFargo.com
Care
1251 3rd Ave NW, Dilworth, MN 218-477-7254
Serenity is a family owned and operated facility nestled in a residential neighborhood. Check out our Facebook page for a peek in the daily life of our ladies and gentlemen.
Fergus Falls, MN: 218-998-9678
Breckenridge, MN: 218-643-9570
www.pioneercare.org
A non-profit provider of exceptional care and support in a homestyle setting for people living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss. PioneerCare is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA).
Prairie Square Memory Care
701-478-6002 www.eventide.org
225 13th Ave W, West Fargo, ND
Located within Sheyenne Crossings Senior Living Apartments at Eventide’s West Fargo campus, Prairie Square offers private memory care apartments in a secure community. Our memory care apartments are designed to help those with Alzheimer’s and dementia by offering support to maximize independence.
SMP Health - St Catherine North (formerly Rosewood on Broadway)
1351 Broadway N, Fargo, ND
701-277-7999
www.smphealth.org/stcatherinenorth
As part of the SMP Health System, we are a Catholic healthcare ministry providing skilled nursing and rehabilitation services for people needing short or long-term care when recovering from an injury or illness. Please take the time to call or stop by for a tour.
Bethany Retirement Living
201 University Dr S, Fargo ND 58103
701-239-3000
Persons with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia often require extra attention. Bethany’s Memory Care Unit offers a safe and pleasant environment, a multi-disciplinary team to address all aspects of care, a well-rounded schedule of activities, and personalized, daily programming specifically designed to care for the resident and family. www.bethanynd.org
Camtown Square Memory Care Apartments
218-477-3202 www.eventide.org
1500 7th Street South, Moorhead, MN
Located within The Linden Senior Living Apartments at Eventide’s Moorhead Campus, Camtown Square offers private memory care apartments in a secure community. Our memory care apartments are designed to help those with Alzheimer’s and dementia by offering support to maximize independence.
BeeHive Homes of Moorhead
1001 Caddy Ave. Moorhead, MN 56560
218-512-3033
beehivehomes.com/location/moorhead
At BeeHive Homes, we strive to provide an enriching and supervised environment in a home-like setting for all who chooseto call BeeHive ‘home’. Now Open . . . Memory Care! Excellent Staff to Resident Ratio, Home Cooked Meals, Private room with Bath, Daily Activities Program, and much more! BeeHive...the Next Best Place to Home! Assisted Living at it’s Finest! Call Now for More Information or to Reserve a Room!
SMP Health - St Catherine North (formerly Rosewood on Broadway)
1351 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 701-277-7999
www.smphealth.org/stcatherinenorth
As part of the SMP Health System, we are a Catholic healthcare ministry providing skilled nursing and rehabilitation services for people needing short or long-term care when recovering from an injury or illness. Please take the time to call or stop by for a tour.
Valley Senior Services
2801 32nd Ave S, Fargo
(701) 293-1440 • ValleySeniorServices.org
Valley Senior Services promotes independence and better health for seniors
60+ years old through Meals On Wheels and community dining, transportation, supportive resources, and much more.
Bethany Retirement Living
201 University Dr S, Fargo • 701-239-3000
4255 30th Ave S, Fargo • 701-478-8900
When care at home isn’t an option, Bethany Retirement Living offers skilled nursing care, Medicare and Medicaid certified beds, short-term rehabilitation, physical-occupational-speech therapy, Memory Care Units, delicious meals and therapeutic recreation. Hospice is available. www.bethanynd.org
Eventide Fargo Care Center
3225 51st St S, Fargo ND 58104
701-478-6100 • www.eventide.org
Eventide Fargo offers long-term skilled nursing care or short-term transitional care. Private, spacious rooms located near social and activity areas. Physical, occupational and speech therapies are available within the community as well as church services and spiritual care.
Eventide on Eighth Care Center
1405 7th St S, Moorhead, MN 56560 218-233-7508 • www.eventide.org
Long term skilled nursing care and short term transitional care. Features Haugo Wellness Center and beautifully updated interior. Compassionate staff, recreation and social programs, spiritual support and physical, occupational and speech therapies.
Medicare and Medicaid certified.
SMP Health - St. Catherine South
(formerly Villa Maria) 701-293-7750
3102 S. University Drive, Fargo, ND 58103
www.smphealth.org/stcatherinesouth
As part of the SMP Health System, we are a Catholic healthcare ministry providing skilled nursing and rehabilitation services for people needing short or long term care when recovering from an injury or illness. Please take the time to call or stop by for a tour.
Center
125 13th Ave W, West Fargo ND 58078 701-478-6100 • www.eventide.org
Offers long-term nursing care and short-term transitional care. Spacious rooms, well-appointed dining and social areas, physical, occupational and speech therapies, and spiritual support. Compassionate, professional staff.
SMP Health - St Catherine North
(formerly Rosewood on Broadway)
1351 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 701-277-7999
www.smphealth.org/stcatherinenorth
As part of the SMP Health System, we are a Catholic healthcare ministry providing skilled nursing and rehabilitation services for people needing short or long-term care when recovering from an injury or illness. Please take the time to call or stop by for a tour.
2400 St. Francis Drive, Breckenridge, MN 218-643-0553
80 bed skilled nursing care facility, Medicare & Medicaid certified. Residents experience an at-home style of living in a personal setting with private/single rooms, cozy living rooms and intimate dining areas.
Resident-centered care is provided by health care professionals in a quiet environment. SFH is located on a campus with a continuum of health care services. You can access primary care providers and diagnostic services without leaving the campus if you desire.
201 University Dr S, Fargo • 701-239-3000
Our skilled nursing staff and on-site therapists can help you recover after an injury or illness. Physical, occupational and speech therapy can assist you during a short-term rehabilitation stay so you can return home or to another level of care. www.bethanynd.org
1405 7th St S, Moorhead, MN 218-233-7508 • www.eventide.org
Short term specialized care following a hospital stay. Professional therapists provide physical, occupational and speech therapy. Social programs, private dining room, garden patio and comfortable accommodations. We’ll help you get back to doing what you love.
Eventide Fargo Care Center
3225 51st St S, Fargo, ND
701-478-1800 • www.eventide.org
Short term specialized care following a hospital stay. Skilled therapists provide physical, occupational and speech therapy. Spacious rooms, beautiful dining and social areas and recreation programming. We’ll help you get back to doing what you love.
SMP Health - St. Catherine South (formerly Villa Maria) 701-293-7750
3102 S. University Drive, Fargo, ND 58103 www.smphealth.org/stcatherinesouth
As part of the SMP Health System, we are a Catholic healthcare ministry providing skilled nursing and rehabilitation services for people needing short or long term care when recovering from an injury or illness. Please take the time to call or stop by for a tour.
Eventide Sheyenne Crossings Care Center
125 13th Avenue W, West Fargo, ND 701-478-6100 • www.eventide.org
Short term specialized care following a hospital stay. Skilled therapists provide physical, occupational and speech therapy. Spacious rooms, beautiful dining, social areas and recreation programming. We’ll help you get back to doing what you love.
St. Catherine’s Living Center
1307 7th St N, Wahpeton, ND 58075 701-642-6667 • www.blcwahpeton.org
We provided a warm, home-like environment for those who need more attention and care on a daily basis long-term or short term. Our Short term wing specializes in care for injuries or illnesses following a hospital stay. The newly remodeled private rooms along with chaplain services and recreational programs are available to those wanting to stay involved socially during their rehabilitation. With a newly remodeled therapy gym, therapists are here to provide physical, occupational and speech therapy to help you reach your goals.
4255 30th Ave S, Fargo ND • 701-478-8900
Secure living for active seniors and part of Bethany Retirement Living. 1 & 2 bedroom apartments available; numerous amenities. An affordable rent structure makes Bethany Gables the perfect retirement living option. www.bethanynd.org
Sanders Flats
218-291-2230 www.eventide.org
Sanders Flats is a NEW active adult community offering 1,2 and 3 bedroom apartments with modern amenities such as a pub, golf simulator, self-serve bistro, theatre and underground parking. Opening in the fall of 2023!
Grace Pointe
2890 Saffron Dr S, Fargo ND • 701-551-0805
The Grace Pointe Apartments offer a unique upscale living opportunity for those aged 55 and older. Large 1 & 2 bedroom units with balconies, under-building parking, specially designed common areas and access to the amenities in the Bethany on 42nd Town Center make Grace Pointe the perfect option. www.gracepointend.org
CHI Health At Home
Home Health
Breckenridge, MN
218-643-2275 • Fax: 218-643-2274
CHIHealthatHome.info
Provides Medicare-certified home health services to clients in MN and ND. Includes skilled nursing, aide, social services, as well as physical, occupational and speech therapies. We’re here to help you stay safe at home!
Ethos Home Care & Hospice
3361 45th Street South, Suite 100 Fargo, ND (701) 356-3803 • www.ethoscare.org
Ethos Home Care & Hospice is a non-profit, Christian-based organization that offers personal emergency response pendants and telehealth services to help individuals in the Fargo-Moorhead area remain safely in their homes. Our telehealth services help monitor the health of clients remotely through easy to use technology.
PioneerLink
1131 Mabelle Ave S, Fergus Falls, MN Toll Free 1-877-998-2621
www.pioneercare.org
A non-profit provider of personal alert services, home medication management systems and other innovative technology to enhance independence at home in central Minnesota and eastern Dakotas. PioneerCare is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA).
CHI Health At Home Home Health
Valley City, ND
855-860-3464 • Fax: 701-845-6552
CHIHealthatHome.info
Provides Medicare-certified home health services to clients in Carrington, Lisbon, Harvey, Oakes, Valley City and surrounding communities. Includes skilled nursing, aide, social services, as well as physical, occupational and speech therapies. We’re here to help you stay safe at home!
Chocolate is enjoyed by people of all ages. Are you a senior citizen who enjoys this sweet treat? Chocolate with high cocoa content (at least 60 percent) has many benefits when consumed in moderation. Here are some great reasons to indulge.
Chocolate is good for your heart
Chocolate, specifically cocoa, contains flavonoids. These plant pigments have a positive impact on cardiovascular health. Flavonoids help reduce inflammation, which can be a risk factor for heart attacks. They also help lower bad cholesterol which helps to prevent high blood pressure.
Chocolate feeds the brain
Cocoa is a source of antioxidants.
Antioxidants stimulate the brain to help combat the cellular aging responsible for certain diseases like Alzheimer’s. Cocoa also contains minerals that help slow cognitive decline.
Chocolate improves mood
Chocolate has anti-depressant properties due to components like tyramine, theobromine and phenylalanine. If you let the chocolate melt in your mouth, it increases levels of mood-boosting hormones, like dopamine and serotonin.
Enjoy!
Many adults nearing retirement age count down the days until they can bid adieu to the daily tasks of commuting and working so they can enjoy much more time for recreation, travel or whatever is they aspire to do.
As enticing as unending free time may seem, some retirees find it is not ideal to be entirely free from the responsibility of working. As current seniors can attest, inflation can drive up the costs of living, meaning that seniors who were once able to afford a certain retirement lifestyle may no longer enjoy that hard-earned luxury. Others may miss the daily opportunities to socialize that working provides, or the way problem-solving on the job stimulates the brain. But even retirees who miss working may not be ready to return to the workforce full-time. That can make part-time employment an ideal fit for mature workers.
Here’s a look at some part-time positions that could be a good fit for older adults reentering the workforce.
Retail sales associate
Working in retail opens seniors up to a wide array of
responsibilities and scenarios. Jobs may include greeting customers, making sales, putting out inventory, and helping customers select merchandise. Being personable and having good customer service skills are necessary traits to have when working in retail. Many stores offer part-time employees flexible hours so schedules can be customized.
Retirees who loved their job but wanted to spend less time doing it can return as consultants. According to The Balance: Money, individuals often find they earn more per hour working as consultants than they did as full-time staff members. Consulting is a way to share expertise and experience without making a fulltime commitment.
A customer service representative is tasked with helping customers solve problems and ensuring customer satisfaction. He or she may work in a traditional office or store location, or answer calls and
resolve issues from home.
Retirees may want to consider jobs working in schools or in related capacities. Driving a school bus is an option if people are willing to undergo the proper training and licensing to operate this type of vehicle. Seniors also may consider working as lunchroom aides or lunch service providers, crossing guards, substitute teachers, and paraprofessionals. School employees will only work a few hours during the day. They’ll also enjoy many holidays off as well as summer vacations.
Receptionists greet patients or customers in office settings. According to AARP, they are the welcoming faces of organizations. Answering phones and light clerical work also may be required of receptionists. Those who want to work off-peak hours can think about working nights and weekends in hospitals or skilled nursing facilities. Seniors have many different options if they decide they want to return to the workforce in a part-time capacity.
Signing a lease is an important step when it comes to finding a new home, and moving into a seniors’ residence is no exception. Here are some things to keep in mind when you’re deciding on your next home.
When visiting a residence for the first time, a staff member should give you a document outlining the services they offer and how much they cost. It should also detail how the place works and how to file a complaint. Additionally, you should receive information on the code of ethics for staff and volunteers and receive proof of the facility’s certifications. Don’t hesitate to ask questions and gather as much information as possible during your visit.
Your lease should state the amount of your rent with a breakdown of the basic cost and personal services included, as well as a listing of the residence’s conditions and amenities. These details should state who is responsible for paying taxes and utilities like the electricity bill and whether any renovations are required before you move in. You should also receive lists of available services, their prices and the facility’s rules.
Before signing a lease for a private seniors’ residence, use all the resources at your disposal to make the process easier.
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You might say long-goodbyes are a just part of our midwest culture. It’s who we are, we care for people. And that’s what Hospice of the Red River Valley has been providing since 1981, dedicated to making each moment matter, for you, for them and for us, by providing the compassion and care everyone deserves through their life’s journey.
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Even though you may be forced to find a seniors’ residence quickly because of your circumstances, don’t let that prevent you from making the right decision. Avoid these five mistakes when looking for a place to live.
1. Don’t make the decision alone.
Even if you’re pressed for time, ask your family and friends for their opinions. This can help you gain the perspective you need to make the right decision.
2. Don’t neglect your needs. Make sure to consider your current level of independence, health and daily support needs. Make a list so you don’t forget anything.
3. Don’t forget to think about the future.
The needs you’ve listed are likely
to shift over time. If possible, select a facility that can adapt to these changes.
4. Don’t forget to visit the property.
Visit the residence you’re considering before making your decision. It’s even better to check several establishments and compare them.
5. Don’t downplay your criteria.
Your choice should be based on more than just a facility’s ability to meet your basic needs. For example, consider the monthly cost, the location of the residence and its distance from your family members. Also, consider the leisure activities offered and the overall atmosphere.
Do you need to decide quickly or need help making a final decision? Contact a housing consultant today.
If you’re looking for something to listen to while gardening, doing chores or simply while sipping your morning coffee, we have some ideas for you.
Our team at Eventide recently researched some of the best and most popular podcasts for people over age 50 and came up with five we really like.
We chose these particular podcasts because they focus on topics of interest to people over age 50, such as careers and retirement, cooking and food, spirituality and creativity, fitness and reminiscing.
We also chose these five based on their entertainment and education value—two prerequisites for classes we offer at Eventide University.
We hope you enjoy this list of podcasts for people over age 50 as much as we do!
Described as “rocking-chair wisdom,” Camp Codger is hosted by three men in the “last third of their lives” who discuss everything from lifelong learning to loneliness to cannabis use and other hot-button issues.
Ebersole is a startup founder, while Kipling and Schultz worked in marketing and journalism. The trio started Camp Codger just for fun, but the series quickly grew popular among Baby Boomers and older for their witty banter and often insightful commentary. You can stream episodes on YouTube or subscribe to the podcast.
If you listen to NPR, it’s likely you’ve listened to This American Life, hosted by Ira Glass. The show explores different people, places and topics even Glass has a hard time summing up in words: “When I’m trying to explain our program to someone who doesn’t know it, I stammer a bunch of words like ‘entertaining,’ ‘funny,’ ‘surprising plot twists,’ ‘true stories but not boring I swear’ … and then I just give them this list.” — Ira Glass
The series began airing on NPR stations throughout the country in 1995 and has more than 800 episodes. You can listen to all of them online, www.thisamericanlife.org/archive.
Featuring people who have redefined their personal and professional lives in their 50s, 60s, 70s and older, these 22-minute interviews are hosted by Aussie personality Diana Todd-Banks. Topics include:
▶ Making an income after retirement
▶ Networking and social media
▶ Emotional intelligence and spirituality
▶ Tips for aging solo
▶ Overcoming trauma and emotional barriers at any age
▶ Creative pursuits
The podcast went off the air in April 2020 during the pandemic, but you still can enjoy all 198 episodes on your preferred podcast platform.
4. Lux Radio Theatre
Many people over age 50 will remember Lux Radio Theatre and Lux Video Theatre, one of the most popular radio programs of the 20th century. Each episode opens with Cecil B. DeMille’s famous line, “Ladies and gentlemen, Lux presents Hollywood!”
The shows, which began airing on NBC Radio in 1934, features dramatic plays and TV. They were recorded in front of a live studio audience. Available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
5. Take On Today, AARP Health, money, entertainment and current events are frequent topics on AARP’s popular Take On Today podcast. New episodes drop every week and are hosted by former NPR correspondent Bob Edwards.
Edwards called the podcasts “a truly powerful opportunity to connect with listeners about news that’s relevant in their lives. With this show, we hope to bring something new yet familiar — not just to AARP members, but to all podcast listeners who want to be informed and entertained. This show is about conversations that matter.”
If a good, old whodunit is more your thing, check out AARP’s first podcast series, The Perfect Scam. Stream and download at aarp.org/podcasts, or find them at Apple podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, Spotify and TuneIn.
Sunglasses are meant to protect your eyes from ultraviolet (UV) rays and prevent glare from reflective surfaces. Although you should wear sunglasses all year round, it’s even more important to wear them during the summer, when you spend more time outdoors in the heat.
Here are a few good reasons to protect your eyes.
Dangers associated with UV rays
Not wearing sunglasses or wearing ones that don’t provide adequate UV protection can increase your risk of the following:
• Premature retina aging
• Corneal degeneration
• Cataracts
• Temporary blindness called photokeratitis
• Eyelid sunburns
• Formation of growths on the surface of the eye
• Cancer
Tips for choosing the right sunglasses
purchasing a pair of sunglasses to ensure your eyes have adequate protection:
• The lenses block 99 to 100 percent of UVA and UVB rays
• The lenses fit around your eyes and protect the delicate skin around them
• The lenses are polarized
• The lenses are uniform and free of imperfections
Although you can buy sunglasses in many stores, it’s a good idea to invest in a high-quality pair from an optometry clinic to ensure the best protection for your eyes. What’s more, you can get personalized advice and book your next eye exam.
Are you or a loved one considering moving into a seniors’ residence? If your move isn’t urgent, take the time to explore your options and make a fully informed decision. Here are five good reasons to schedule residence tours during the summer.
Are you retired or close to retirement and want to plan a memorable trip where every stop along the way has significance? Genealogy tourism, also known as roots tourism, might appeal to you.
What is it?
Genealogy tourism involves choosing a holiday location linked to your generational past. For example, you could visit a town or country where your ancestors lived before emigrating to your birthplace. The aim is to admire places where former family members lived to learn more about your origins and yourself.
Genealogy tourism is a chance to discover the home country of your ancestors. It’s also an excellent opportunity to learn
about the experiences of certain relatives who lived during difficult or historically significant times.
How to plan a trip
Planning a genealogical trip is more complex than planning a traditional holiday. For example, you may need to meet with a local historian or genealogy expert recommended by your hotel. You can also contact a travel agency to create a personalized trip or use a company that develops themed group trips.
If you prefer going on an unforgettable trip rather than sifting through historical documents to discover your heritage, genealogy tourism is for you. Don’t hesitate to ask for help when planning your trip to the past.
1. You get to see the landscape at its peak beauty. Seniors’ residences often have beautiful gardens where residents can relax or visit with their guests. Summer is the perfect time to admire the greenery, majestic trees and colorful flower beds. While you’re there, take the opportunity to check for adequate shade and try out benches, swings and other garden features.
2. You can determine the effectiveness of the air conditioning system. Visiting a seniors’ residence during a heat wave allows you to determine whether the interior temperature is as warm as, or worse than, the outdoor temperature — a bad sign. On the other hand, you should also take note if they keep the air conditioning so high that being indoors feels like visiting the North Pole.
3. You have a better chance of meeting potential neighbors. During the summer, people like to make the most of the good weather. When you tour seniors’ residences in the summer, you have a better chance of seeing residents sitting on the terrace, playing outdoor games or enjoying the pool. You can observe whether they seem happy. You may even be able to chat with one or two.
4. You can enjoy better road conditions. Road conditions are always better in the summer. If
you’ve scheduled a tour of an outof-town facility that’s caught your interest, your chances of having to cancel due to snow or ice are close to zero.
5. You have a better chance of finding someone to go with you. Summer tends to be less busy for most people because many activities are on hold for the season and folks are on vacation. If you’d like the advice or support of a loved one during your search for a new home, summer is the ideal time.
When choosing a suitable seniors’ residence, you must consider various factors, including your level of independence, health care needs and budget. Do you or your loved one need help finding a suitable facility? Hire a senior living consultant to simplify the process and give you the best chance at finding the right fit. They’ll look at your circumstances, identify places best suited to your needs and plan site visits according to your schedule. You’ve earned a great retirement. Don’t settle for less!
Puzzle from page 4
Puzzle from page 4
Puzzle from page 5
By T. J. Newman
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Hardcover | $28.00
May 30, 2023 | 304 Pages
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
* “The first terrific thriller of 2023.” —James Patterson * “Spectacular…Taut, gripping.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) *
“Reads like Apollo 13 underwater.” —Don Winslow * “Masterful.” — Patricia Cornwell
Flight attendant turned New York Times bestselling author
T. J. Newman returns with an edge-of-your-seat thriller about a commercial jetliner that crashes into the ocean and sinks to the bottom with passengers trapped inside—and the extraordinary rescue operation to save them.
Six minutes after takeoff, Flight 1421 crashes into the Pacific Ocean. During the evacuation, an engine explodes and the plane is flooded. Those still alive are forced to close the doors—but it’s too late. The plane sinks to the bottom with twelve passengers trapped inside.
More than two hundred feet below the surface, engineer Will Kent and his
eleven-year-old daughter Shannon are waist-deep in water and fighting for their lives.
Their only chance at survival is an elite rescue team on the surface led by professional diver Chris Kent— Shannon’s mother and Will’s soon-to-be ex-wife—who must work together with Will to find a way to save their daughter and rescue the passengers from the sealed airplane, which is now teetering on the edge of an undersea cliff.
There’s not much time.
There’s even less air.
With devastating emotional power and heart-stopping suspense, Drowning is an unforgettable thriller about a family’s desperate fight to save themselves and the people trapped with them—against impossible odds.
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Hardcover | $29.00
May 30, 2023 | 416 Pages
An Instant New York Times
Bestseller
This “powerful, uplifting, and deeply personal novel” (Kristin Hannah, #1 NYT bestselling author of The Four Winds), at once “a heart-wrenching wartime drama” (Christina Baker Kline, #1 NYT bestselling author of Orphan Train) and “a moving and graceful tribute to heroic women” (Publishers Weekly, starred review), asks the question: What if a friendship forged on the front lines of war defines a life forever?
In the tradition of The Nightingale and Transcription, this is a searing epic based on the magnificent and true story of courageous Red Cross women.
“Urrea’s touch is sure, his exuberance carries you through . . . He is a generous writer, not just in his approach to his craft but in the broader sense of what he feels necessary to capture about life itself.” —Financial Times
In 1943, Irene Woodward abandons an abusive fiancé in New York to enlist with the Red Cross and head to Europe. She makes fast friends in training with Dorothy Dunford, a towering Midwesterner with a ferocious wit. Together they are part of an elite group
of women, nicknamed Donut Dollies, who command military vehicles called Clubmobiles at the front line, providing camaraderie and a taste of home that may be the only solace before troops head into battle.
After D-Day, these two intrepid friends join the Allied soldiers streaming into France. Their time in Europe will see them embroiled in danger, from the Battle of the Bulge to the liberation of Buchenwald. Through her friendship with Dorothy, and a love affair with a courageous American fighter pilot named Hans, Irene learns to trust again. Her most fervent hope, which becomes more precarious by the day, is for all three of them to survive the war intact.
Taking as inspiration his mother’s own Red Cross service, Luis Alberto Urrea has delivered an overlooked story of women’s heroism in World War II. With its affecting and uplifting portrait of friendship and valor in harrowing circumstances, Good Night, Irene powerfully demonstrates yet again that Urrea’s “gifts as a storyteller are prodigious” (NPR).
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Hardcover | $18.00
June 13, 2023 | 40 Pages
An endearing picture book from two New York Times
bestselling creators about a little girl who learns to cope when she is asked to leave her beloved stuffed animal at home.
A child’s favorite stuffed animal is a member of the family. This
By Brad Montague
(Author, Illustrator), Kristi Montague (Illustrator)
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Hardcover | $18.00
March 21, 2023 | 40 Pages
From New York Times
bestselling author Brad Montague comes a top-secret, behind-the-scenes peek at the official agency that keeps the world’s creativity flowing.
little girl and her bear are no different. The two are inseparable. Bear joins the girl for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and every moment in between. So when the first
day of school arrives and Bear can’t come along, the little girl is worried. At first, being in school feels hard, but as the day goes on, the girl finds ways to make herself feel better. This reassuring story, which is accessible and kidfriendly, beautifully captures a child’s use of coping skills to work through her separation anxiety.
From the creators of I Walk with Vanessa, the picture book that Parents magazine named the Best Book of the Year That Champions Kindness, here is a nearly wordless picture book tackling a theme that is sure to be familiar to many parents and their stuffed-animalloving children.
like the Office of the Unexplainable or the Department of Dreams. It’s a big job, but Sparky keeps everything running smoothly . . . until disaster strikes when the Cave of Untold Stories overflows and threatens to topple the whole bureau. It turns out too many people have been holding in their big ideas, and now Sparky must recruit more agents to share their dreams, songs, and stories with the world.
Every day, special figment agent Sparky delivers all the mail the FBI receives to the proper department,
And now, dear reader, will you join the effort and become a special agent before it’s too late? The FBI is counting on you!
Getting older often comes with less muscle strength and balance. Osteoarthritis and other health problems, like vision and vestibular issues, can exacerbate these changes. The following seven signs may help you determine if it’s time to seek help from a health professional for your balance issues.
1. You sometimes step sideways when walking in an unobstructed area where it’s possible to walk in a straight line.
2. You slide your hand along walls or furniture when walking around your home.
3. You drag your feet rather than lift them when you walk.
4. You occasionally stumble when there are no obstacles in the way.
5. You reach for someone’s arm or a handrail when coming out of a house.
6. You often struggle repeatedly to get up from a chair, couch or bed due to a lack of leg strength.
7. You walk up or down the stairs with both feet on the same step rather than alternating between them.
Have you noticed any of these signs in your daily life? Reduce the risk of falling by visiting an expert, such as a physiotherapist or kinesiologist, for advice. They’ll create an exercise program tailored to your condition.
Marcus Century Theatres
Every Friday Marcus Theatres® has special admission prices for anyone age 60 and over. Come and enjoy a movie at any Marcus Theatres® with our Young at Heart® special- only $7.00 for any show that starts before 5:30 PM. Additional charges apply for 3D features. Find out more details at www.marcustheatres.com
Theatre B
Individual tickets can be purchased for $25. Discounted senior tickets can be purchased for $20 for Sunday matinees only. Visit www.theatreb.org or call 701-729-8880 for more information
FMCT
Individual senior tickets pricing is $20 tickets for Musicals, $18 tickets for Plays, and $12 tickets for FMCT Ed. Visit www.fmct.org or call the box office at 701-235-6778.
Keep your mind and body healthy by joining the YMCA. Seniors, ages 65 and older, can receive a reduced membership rate. The monthly rate for seniors is $54 and the annual rate is $648. For additional questions on membership contact a Membership Coordinator to see what the Y has to offer!
Fercho YMCA: 701-293-9622
Schlossman YMCA: 701-281-0126
No matter what your age, Fargo Golf has a course that will fit your abilities and challenge you. Seniors, 62 years and over, can purchase a 5 Fore 1 (all 5 courses) Season Pass for $605 and Par 3 (all 9 hole courses) Season Pass for $410. Senior Season passes can also be puchased for individual courses, prices vary from course to course. Passes can be purchased online at www. fargogolf.net, at any Fargo Park District Golf Course or at the Fargo Park District Main Office.
Homeward
Seniors 65 years and older receive a discounted adoption fee. Their Senior-to-Senior programs allows animals that are 6 years of age, or older, to be adopted to senior citizens with no adoption fee. Pets younger than 6 years of age can be adopted by a senior citizen for 50 percent off the regular adoption fee. Questions about discounts can be directed toward (701) 239-0077, email: info@homewardonline.org.
Senior Discounts available on moving services! Call 701-356-7889 for a FREE on-site price quote.
This program provides transportation to senior citizens age 60 and older in Fargo and West Fargo, North Dakota, and Moorhead and Dilworth, Minnesota. The cost for senior citizens age 60 and older is $3.00 each way; one guest can ride with a senior citizen for $3 each way, and children under age seven ride free with an adult passenger. Passengers must be able to walk and board under their own power as these vehicles are not lift equipped. Reservations are required with this service, please call (701) 356-7433 at least 2-3 days to secure your ride.
Seniors, 60 years and older receive a 10% discount on any frozen treat. Seniors, 55-plus receive a free small drink with the purchase of a meal.
Enjoy a delicious meal in a cozy atmosphere! Seniors receive 10 percent discount every day, or 20 percent Senior Discount on Wednesdays from 5 – 9 p.m.
your dollar and sticking to your budget has never been easier. The following businesses offer discounts to senior citizens in the Fargo, Moorhead and West Fargo area.
Do you need to get your blood pressure checked? If it’s your first experience, here are a few things to keep in mind to create optimal conditions for a reliable reading.
Before Avoid consuming stimulants like coffee, tea, energy drinks or decongestants one hour before testing. If you smoke, have your last cigarette at least 15 minutes beforehand, and rest for about five minutes. These precautions help prevent skewed results.
During
The following guidelines will help you get an accurate blood pressure reading, regardless of whether you take it yourself or have someone else do it for you:
• Sit comfortably with your back straight
• Leave your legs uncrossed with your feet flat on the floor
• Roll up your sleeve or wear a sleeveless top
• Don’t speak, watch TV or look at your phone
• Rest your arms on a flat surface like
a tabletop
• Set the height of the cuff at heart level
• Place the cuff about one inch above the bend in your elbow
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Blood pressure measures the force in your arteries as your heart pumps blood. If your reading is 120/80 mmHg (mmHg stands for millimeters of mercury), the number 120 represents the pressure exerted when the heart contracts, called systolic pressure. The number 80 is diastolic pressure, which indicates the lowest pressure reading when the heart relaxes.
This data is essential for determining whether you have high blood pressure, a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. If you have concerns about your blood pressure, don’t delay seeing your doctor.
This refreshingly smooth soup is the perfect light snack on a hot day! Share this delight with friends and family.
Servings: 6
INGREDIENTS
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 4 cups fresh or frozen peas, thawed
• 30 ounces chicken or vegetable stock
• 1/3 cup fresh mint, coarsely chopped
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 4 ounces whipping cream or plain yogurt
• A few mint leaves for garnish
• Salt and pepper to taste
1. In a large saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat and sauté the onions for about 10 minutes. Don’t let them brown. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
2. Add the peas and stock to the pot and bring to a gentle boil. Simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Remove from the heat and allow to cool for a few
Do you have a barbecue or casual dinner coming up? Here’s a colorful, easy-to-prepare recipe that’s sure to please your guests.
Servings: 4 to 6
INGREDIENTS
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 2 cups corn kernels
• 1 large tomato, seeded and diced
• 1 red onion, chopped
• 1 red pepper, diced
• 1 avocado, peeled and diced
• 2 tablespoons parsley or cilantro, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
1. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lime juice, honey and paprika.
2. In a large bowl, toss together the corn, tomato, onion, red
minutes. Add the mint and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Blend in a blender or food processor until smooth. Add a little water or stock if necessary. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.
5. Whether serving the soup warm or cold, add a splash of cream and a few mint leaves as a garnish.
This recipe can be frozen (without the cream) or stored in the refrigerator for three days.
pepper, avocado and parsley.
3. Pour the oil mixture over the vegetables and mix well. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Grilled and lightly boiled corn are fine, as is frozen corn cooked according to the package instructions. Canned corn isn’t recommended because it lacks crunch and is high in sodium.
Looking for a refreshing summer dessert that’ll blow your mind? Get ready to dazzle your guests with this fruity Italian recipe.
Servings: 6 to 8
INGREDIENTS
• 14 ounces frozen raspberries, thawed
• 12 ounces heavy whipping cream
• 3 eggs, separated
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 cup pistachios, coarsely chopped
• 1 cup whole pistachios for garnish
• 7 ounces fresh raspberries
for garnish
• 1 tablespoon icing sugar for garnish
• A few mint leaves for garnish
1. Place a standard-size loaf pan in the freezer.
2. In a large bowl, whip the cream until it forms soft peaks using a mixer or whisk.
3. In another bowl, whisk the egg yolks, sugar and vanilla until pale yellow and smooth.
4. In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
5. Pour and gently mix the egg yolk mixture and the whipped
egg whites into the large bowl containing the whipped cream.
6. Remove the loaf pan from the freezer and pour in the mixture.
7. Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight.
8. Remove from the freezer 15 to 20 minutes before serving.
9. Spread the thawed raspberries over the mixture. Cover the thawed raspberries with the chopped pistachios. Carefully invert onto a serving plate. Garnish the top with whole pistachios, fresh raspberries, icing sugar and a few mint leaves and serve.
Want to feel like you’re on holiday by the sea? Prepare this tasty shrimp recipe. Servings: 4
INGREDIENTS
• 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled
• 5 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped, divided
• 1 teaspoon paprika (or cayenne pepper or chili powder, to taste)
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 pound cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 small zucchinis
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Chopped herbs like rosemary, dill or parsley for garnish
• Salt and pepper to taste
1. Place the shrimp in a bowl and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the white wine vinegar, half of the chopped garlic, the paprika and the salt and pepper. Mix well to coat the shrimp and marinate in the refrigerator for an hour or two.
2. Preheat the oven to 400 F (use convection mode, if available). In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the other half of the minced garlic, the Italian seasoning and a dash of salt and pepper. Whisk lightly. Add the cherry tomatoes and coat them with the mixture. Place the tomatoes, cut side up, on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes.
3. While the shrimp are marinating and the tomatoes are in the oven, use a potato peeler to make long, thin zucchini ribbons.
4. In a large non-stick skillet, melt the butter. Add the zucchini ribbons and cook gently for 4 to 5 minutes over medium heat until tender. Don’t let them brown. Season the ribbons with salt and pepper and remove from the pan. Set aside.
5. In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the shrimp and cook for 2 minutes on each side.
6. Return the zucchini to the pan and pour in the hot tomatoes and their juices, if any.
Are you considering purchasing a medical alert device to give you peace of mind and ensure you get the help you need in an emergency? Here are four tips when shopping for a medical alert device.
1. Consider your lifestyle and health. If you regularly engage in outdoor activities, for instance, look for a system that’s suitable at home and on the go. If you take medications that cause you to lose your balance, for example, you may be more interested in an alarm system that detects falls.
2. Think about comfort. The bracelet or pendant you choose should be lightweight and comfortable because you’ll be wearing it every day. Falls happen more frequently in the bath and shower. Therefore, the device should be waterproof. If you prefer a pendant, ensure the cord breaks away easily to prevent choking.
3. Check your contract. Your contract should clearly state which costs are included and which aren’t, so take a good look to avoid unpleasant surprises. Additionally, check that you won’t have to pay out of pocket if you accidentally press the alert button. You should also inquire if the service can be transferred should you move.
4. Invest in professional installation. If you have your device professionally installed, the installer can clearly explain how the alarm system works. They’ll also ensure the device is compatible with your living situation. For example, they’ll choose the optimal location to ensure the system is always within close range.
Don’t hesitate to ask for help when choosing the most appropriate medical alert device for your situation.
Travel was once a key component of the picture working professionals created of their ideal retirements. While the COVID-19 pandemic put many retirement travel plans on hold in recent years, jetting off to distant locales is once again on retirees’ radars.
A 2022 survey from AARP found that individuals 50 and over were poised to not only get back on the road, but also spend significantly more money on travel. Prior to the pandemic, Americans 50 and over spent $7,314 annually on travel, according to data from AARP. By spring 2022, individuals in that same age bracket indicated a readiness to spend $8,369 on travel.
Eagerness to get back on the road, in the air or on the high seas could make it easy to overlook some principles of safe travel. However, such an oversight could lead to complications that could make it hard to enjoy time away from home. The following tips can reduce the likelihood that seniors encounter trouble while traveling.
▶ Determine if any health issues are affecting your desired destinations. The Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention has a website devoted to travel vaccines (cdc.gov/ travel/page/travel-vaccines), and that page can be an invaluable resource for individuals planning a vacation. What’s more, the CDC even provides a specific list of destinations and the latest travel health notices for each of those nations. That list, accessible at cdc.gov/travel/destinations/ list can help seniors determine if there are any health-related safety issues in countries they hope to visit.
▶ Speak to your physician. A pre-trip consultation with a physician can uncover any issues that might arise while you’re away. Such issues may be easily managed for domestic travelers who are not planning to visit any especially remote locations, but they will not necessarily be as easily navigated when traveling overseas. Physicians can recommend certain vaccinations or measures to ensure your health while away. In addition, a pre-trip doctor visit is a great time to refill prescriptions that you will need while you’re away.
▶ Take financial precautions as well. Of course, not all travelrelated concerns are medical. Finances also require some pre-trip attention. Inflation has
caused a sharp spike in the price of various commodities since the start of 2022, so travelers should study up on the cost of food and attractions at their destination to ensure they have enough money to enjoy themselves. Baggage costs have risen significantly in recent years, so seniors traveling on a budget may want to pack less and do laundry while traveling in an effort to save money. In addition, the unpredictable nature of travel since the onset of the pandemic has underscored the utility of travel insurance. Seniors can look into travel insurance that could reimburse them in the case of delays or cancellations.
▶ Privately share your itinerary. Prior to departing, share your itinerary with friends and family. Avoid sharing the itinerary on social media platforms, which can make you a target for criminals at home and at your destination. The itinerary should include where you’re staying, the dates you’re visiting certain locations and the dates of activities you’ll be engaging in on your trip.
Seniors rediscovering the joy of traveling can take various measures to make their trips more safe.
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