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Letter from the publisher:

How are you doing on your New Year’s resolutions? I know there will be a wide variety of
answers to this question all throughout the year. Your answer may be, “I’m doing great” or
possibly “I’m not doing so great”. Maybe your resolution has already been revised or perhaps
you’ve already committed to begin in 2021. A resolution is not supposed to stress us out, but
to help motivate and guide us to becoming a better person. Whether your resolution is the
usual healthier lifestyle or to be more socially active or to learn a new hobby or take an adven-
ture, SeniorLivingGuide.com is here to support you in your journey!
In this Spring/Summer edition of SeniorLivingGuide.com, both the printed and online edition
are designed to help you make some of the best decisions as we all age gracefully into the
future. Whether you are considering living here in Hampton Roads, Virginia or in another part
of the country, SeniorLivingGuide.com can help you make relevant decisions for yourself, other
friends and family members.
This edition features spotlights on health, finances, activities and senior housing options. You
know... real life stuff! So what is the real takeaway? Here are some thoughts:

• Stay in the best shape possible! Yes, that means exercise. Run, walk, ride the bike, go to that
gym (especially if you paid for it), join Silver Sneakers, engage and have fun. Thirty minutes of
cardio activity, 3 days a week will do wonders for you mentally and physically, and do this with
friends if at all possible. It won’t feel like exercise.
• Weight gain. Yes, we have heard this over and over again. But as we age, it is harder and
harder to lose weight. Make it a priority to eat better, skip the french fries, and try kale. Okay,
most of us are not that fond of that pointy leafy veggie, but find some lettuce leaves you like.
• Interests and passions – Find your stride, keep your 2020 resolutions, write them down and
have someone sign on with you. Go attend that concert (they may not tour again), take that
class on finance, compete in the Senior Olympics, or just read that book for book club. It’s not
just about the wine (or is it?). Having interests and passions engages your mind and spirit.
So sitting home on the couch and watching America’s Got Talent is not on the list, but talking
about the show with your friends at the gym is!
Live and live well! And let SeniorLivingGuide.com find you the best place to do exactly that.
All the best,

Nanette
Nanette Birckbichler