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Links For Seniors

LINKS YOU MIGHT FIND USEFUL

 

Do you spend more time online than your grandchildren? Contrary to popular belief, a number of us are Internet savvy.  But what are the top websites for Boomer traffic?

From health and humor to finance and fine dining, below are some of the sites that every senior should check out.  I will add more as I find time, and as always, please let me know if you have a useful or fun link to share.

1) ZOOM I created instructions for those of you who might be new to ZOOM. It's a great way to see your family & friends online while you chat. (Especially during this pandemic!) Trust me, it's so much easier than you might think ;-)

2) AARP for deals and discourse. We're all familiar with the nonprofit organization AARP. But some of you may not know it's website is packed with articles ranging from travel tips and health advice, to guides for fraud prevention and managing Alzheimer’s disease. The site also makes it easy to reap the benefits of the AARP’s famed discounts.

3) Pogo for fun and games. Video games aren’t just for kids. Pogo.com has all your favorite pastimes like Scrabble, chess, Mahjong, Sudoku and crossword puzzles, so you can play them again and again. Fast and easy to register, many games are completely free.

4) Lots of laughs at Suddenly SeniorWith over 4,000 pages of humor, you can chuckle at senior trivia, knee-slapping nostalgia and joke-packed forums.

5) Interact at Third AgeFrom money management to relationships, ThirdAge.com explores every aspect of senior life. Unlike other sites, all healthy living articles get the stamp of approval from on-site physicians before going live. But what makes Third Age really stand out is its interactivity, offering a participatory blog and online classes.

6) Seniors guide to computers. None of us grew up with computers so while many of us are internet savvy, some of us are not. This site tells you what you need to know in down-to-earth language that won’t make your brain blow a microchip. Get practical advice on how to set up a computer if you’re visually impaired or how to avoid e-mail scams. Animation and easy-to-understand screenshots help you along the way.

7) Seniors Love to know ... everything! What is our generation thinking about? Find out at Seniors Love to know. Catering to seniors, our adult children and caregivers, this site covers topics from fashion, beauty, and home décor to financial planning and shopping for antiques.

8)  RetireWow Retirement in style. Get online guidance for retirement at RetireWow.com. Spanning health, finance and spirituality, these articles focus on getting the most out of "life after work.” The interactive site invites you to join online classes and ask questions of experts in senior-related matters.

9) Evergreen ClubTravel accommodations for two at $20 a night? Yes, it’s possible with EvergreenClub.com’s network of Bed and Breakfast spots. Note: There is an annual fee and an agreement that you’ll sometimes host other travelers over 50, but you can take advantage of more than 2,000 homestays across the United States and Canada.

10) Seniors Only Club.  Socialize & interact with other seniors from your desktop. Forums where you can chat about music, movies, science and sports. Find new friends who love to talk about fashion, faith, politics or even paranormal activity. 

11) And don’t forget about FacebookSeniors are one of the fastest-growing demographics on the world’s most popular social network. Join your family and friends on Facebook to share thoughts, photos and videos.  One word of caution; unless you set your profile up to be seen by friends only and don't add anything about yourself on it, your personal info is out there for the whole world to see.

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