🌟Curated Inspiration for the 65+ Community
Welcome to the Resources page – a go-to spot packed with stuff to make life after 65 even better. Whether you're after handy products to make your day easier, books that bring a smile or make you think, cool gift ideas for the grandkids, or travel spots perfect for adventures at any age, you'll find plenty of recommendations here. These are tried-and-true picks from my stash, plus tips from family, friends, and awesome readers of this blog.
This isn’t just some list – it’s a bunch of excellent tools, treasures, and experiences to help with all parts of life, whether it’s getting creative or staying connected. From comfy vibes to daring adventures, everything here is picked with care and meaning.
Because 65 isn't a limit - it's a launchpad.
Deceptive Subscription Experience
Every now and then, I like to share blog posts from one of my other sites because the info is super useful for all of us!
In that specific blog post, which I posted on https://www.voicesforsafety.com. I share how a $152 lesson taught me how to trust my gut, and I do hope it will teach you the same.
Here is the link directly to that blog article aptly titled:
The $152 Lesson: How a Subscription Scam Taught Me to Trust My Gut / Blog | Voices for Safety
Medicare Shake-Up in Maryland: What Seniors Need to Know
More than 100,000 seniors in Maryland are feeling the pinch as insurers like Aetna and Humana cut back or drop Medicare Advantage plans. It’s all because Maryland’s hospital payment system is unusually pricey.
Books That Spark Joy, Reflection & Conversation
at Every Age...
Looking for your next awesome read? We’ve put together a special book guide just for the 65+ community, packed with a couple of my personal favorites and some others we stumbled upon during our research. They are stories that spark joy, reflection, and conversation. Explore the list organized by categories.
Quick tip: Just click the image (up there) to make it bigger and easier to read!
We've hooked you up with links to each book right on Amazon. Wanna grab the audiobook or Kindle version instead? No problem—just CLICK the book, and you'll land on Amazon to pick the version you like best!
Consumer Alerts
From the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
Here's a sneak peek of what the page looks like to sign up for FTC Consumer Alerts—just a quick heads-up that you're in the right spot.
Federal Trade Commission | Protecting America's Consumers
**Just copy and paste the link above into your browser if you need to. Easy! **
The FTC will never demand money, make threats, tell you to transfer money, or promise you a prize. If you have been targeted by an illegal business practice or scam, report it.
20 Romantic 60s Movies That’ll Win You Over
If you're all about feel-good rom-coms or heartbreaking love stories, these movies have got you covered.
Guess Who's Coming to Dinner
Georgy Girl
Two for the Road
Sex and the Single Girl
Pierrot Le Fou
Romeo & Juliet
West Side Story*
Breakfast at Tiffany's
Cleopatra
bob&carol&ted&alice
Yearning
Funny Girl*
The Music Man*
The Apartment
Lover Come Back
Paris When It Sizzles
The Odd Couple
Barefoot in the Park
Charade
My Fair Lady*
Got a favorite 1960s romance flick, or did I miss the one you love? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
*My absolute favorite! But I also have two additional movies that stole my heart, and they are: (1) An Affair to Remember/ 1957, Starring Cary Grant and Deborah Kerr, "Winter must be cold for those with no warm memories." A famous quote from the movie, (2) Back Street / 1961, Starring Susan Hayward and John Gavin
"You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream." -- C.S. Lewis