tag:coloradosprings.beaconseniornews.com,2005:/BEACON Senior News - Colorado Springs | Living Your Best Life After 50 in Colorado SpringsLiving Your Best Life After 50 in Colorado Springs2024-03-25T16:14:22-06:00urn:uuid:72c48427-1081-4644-bf43-de36b01861832024-03-14T14:26:07-06:002024-03-25T16:14:22-06:00How playing bridge keeps Colorado Springs seniors happy and healthy2024-03-15 13:53:10 -0600Karin HillLearn how playing bridge keeps local seniors sharp and happy at the Colorado Springs Bridge Center. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="coloradosprings.beaconseniornews.com">BEACON Senior News</a></small></p>urn:uuid:4a748f7c-202e-4ec7-a2bf-5304c8a8a3c62024-03-14T14:39:50-06:002024-03-25T16:11:30-06:00Driving instructor steers senior motorists to safety2024-03-15 14:03:53 -0600Will SanbornStephen Bulcher, who taught his 300th AARP Driver Safety class, offers valuable advice for senior motorists.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="coloradosprings.beaconseniornews.com">BEACON Senior News</a></small></p>urn:uuid:58759f4c-0853-4cb7-a9ed-4d52a23b854c2024-03-14T15:15:02-06:002024-03-25T16:11:28-06:00Family fun on the high seas2024-03-15 14:01:56 -0600Victor BlockExplore the new wave of multi-generational activities aboard cruise ships. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="coloradosprings.beaconseniornews.com">BEACON Senior News</a></small></p>urn:uuid:fda31028-ca46-4082-ad25-633d081dc5ba2024-02-22T15:35:05-07:002024-03-25T16:24:38-06:00Spring style tips for seniors2024-02-23 14:25:18 -0700Karen White-WalkerEmbrace spring in style with our best spring fashion tips for men and women.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="coloradosprings.beaconseniornews.com">BEACON Senior News</a></small></p>urn:uuid:3497fd07-686c-4fef-be91-3c33cd447e4a2024-03-20T09:53:45-06:002024-03-25T16:10:29-06:00America's longest-held POW's story comes to life in Glory Denied opera2024-03-20 09:53:45 -0600Amber WhismanLocal opera illuminates Colonel Jim Thompson's 9 year captivity in Vietnam and the profound struggles he encountered upon his return.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="coloradosprings.beaconseniornews.com">BEACON Senior News</a></small></p>urn:uuid:6414fdc7-7874-4a36-848f-5b8723defdd02024-03-15T14:29:48-06:002024-03-15T14:58:54-06:00How an ombudsman can advocate for you and your loved one2024-03-15 14:29:47 -0600Laird Landon, PhDDiscover how a long-term care ombudsman advocates for residents’ rights and overall well-being.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="coloradosprings.beaconseniornews.com">BEACON Senior News</a></small></p>urn:uuid:6d13cd37-25a5-4fb6-8676-01e9545583de2024-03-14T15:07:21-06:002024-03-15T14:59:32-06:00Next Day Access ramps up for safety2024-03-15 14:31:39 -0600G. L. YenneNext Day Access helps seniors live safely at home by providing a range of mobility equipment, from grab bars to residential elevators.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="coloradosprings.beaconseniornews.com">BEACON Senior News</a></small></p>urn:uuid:a174bd43-7d82-4c0e-8186-0dbe45a5dc002024-02-23T11:01:45-07:002024-03-15T14:58:50-06:00How to cancel your unwanted subscriptions and save big2024-02-23 14:32:12 -0700Adam CochranDiscover effective strategies to cancel and prevent unwanted subscriptions from draining your bank account.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="coloradosprings.beaconseniornews.com">BEACON Senior News</a></small></p>urn:uuid:ebbe9a05-d961-4a38-b2c0-238bc4c991902024-03-14T14:54:56-06:002024-03-15T14:58:40-06:00Laughing Matters: April 20242024-03-15 14:44:32 -0600Amber WhismanAs we gear up for the pranks and laughter that April Fools' Day brings, we've curated a special selection of reader-submitted jokes guaranteed to keep you smiling all month long.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="coloradosprings.beaconseniornews.com">BEACON Senior News</a></small></p>urn:uuid:c56f0934-5a5e-4a2b-b28a-876fc07b7c022024-03-14T14:50:27-06:002024-03-15T14:53:48-06:00When pasta grew on trees: A tradition of April Fools' Day pranks2024-03-15 14:42:31 -0600Randal C. HillTake a humorous journey through the history of April Fools’ day pranks, like the legendary BBC spaghetti plant hoax.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="coloradosprings.beaconseniornews.com">BEACON Senior News</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d5711d5c-379c-4605-850a-79a739e760c42024-03-14T15:05:13-06:002024-03-15T14:53:46-06:009 tips for public dining with your dog2024-03-15 14:46:51 -0600Marti BensonDogs are welcomed in restaurants across town, but before taking your pooch to happy hour, here are 9 tips for ensuring their best behavior.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="coloradosprings.beaconseniornews.com">BEACON Senior News</a></small></p>urn:uuid:f85d6ef3-95ed-45fe-a3d1-a7419c8ad5302024-03-14T15:26:25-06:002024-03-15T14:53:40-06:00Environmentalists have changed— and not in a good way2024-03-15 14:49:32 -0600Karen I. ShraggWhile switching to renewable energy, planting trees and using reusable bags are good efforts, they're not enough. We're depleting our resources rapidly, and we must stop before it's too late.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="coloradosprings.beaconseniornews.com">BEACON Senior News</a></small></p>