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It’s Never Too Late to Create a Strategy for the Future Retirement Counselor, Wil Schuette, explains his Advantage Formula strategy for financial planning. People of all ages will benefit from this information as Wil simplifies the pillars of success. The first four “pillars” of financial planning are Wealth, Risk, Tax, and Estate Management. The earlier…
Thrift Shopping is Good for your Wallet AND the Environment! Some shoppers say it’s almost addictive. Just like with a gambling game, once you get a win, you might find it hard to quit! My friend, Julie, told me, “For me, it’s not just about saving money. Thrift shopping has become a game and a…
The purpose of this creative writing contest is to inspire, encourage or promote the health and wellness of today’s actively aging population! Prize First Prize Essay Winner will receive a $150 American Express Gift Card. The winning essay will be published in The Villager Newspaper (print and online) March 19, 2020 and on AgingGracefully.TV blog…
Rachel Kabb-Effron from the Kabb Law Firm explains three of the scariest situations that happen if unprepared. This is a must-see interview – whether you want the information for yourself, your parents, or a loved one. Some people avoid preparing necessary documents because they can’t acknowledge their mortality. Others mistakenly believe their personal powers or…
It’s February – the month of love – for TWO reasons this year! Valentine’s Day is February 14th and Leap Day is February 29th! With Valentine’s Day and Leap Day in one month, there are TWICE the reasons to add more love to your life! You Don’t Really Need an Excuse to Give Gifts Of…
This year’s No Sugar Challenge officially ended on January 31 but stay tuned for MORE Challenges coming up! In a group challenge, you’re not alone AND prizes can help with motivation, too! Here is a quick summary of 30 days of No Sugar to refer back to. You can recommit and eliminate or reduce sugar…
In this interview, Rachel McClure offers solid advice to parents and grandparents of alcoholics and drug addicts. What are the DON’Ts and DOs? Rachel has worked with the children, parents, grandparents and other loved ones suffering from the impact of someone else’s addiction. Being a parent or grandparent may not be how you imagined it….
Why Get Organized? Clutter is an obstacle to an energetic high-quality life. It can, and does, cause problems in people’s lives and relationships. Advantages to Less Stuff Less stuff is easier to clean Space with airflow means a reduced risk of mold and mildew (and musty odors) Less clutter lowers the risk of fire and…
Novels Based in Put-in-Bay, Ohio Chances are you’re already familiar with some of the characters and locations in Bob Adamov’s books! This award-winning island author is in the process of writing his 14th mystery adventure novel and all 14 books involve Lake Erie’s action-packed summer vacation destination, Put-in-Bay (South Bass Island). Real-life characters, like the…
An 84-Year-Old Optimist with an Attitude of a 14-Year-Old! As a man of 84 years, I’m making just one resolution for 2020; I want to live this year with the attitude of a 14-year-old boy. Awaken to Opportunities and Appreciation This year, I promise to begin each day thrilled to be alive. The world was…
Where Does AGTV Go From Here? Readers are always welcome to MAKE REQUESTS for articles and interviews! RECOMMENDATIONS for inspiring interviews are appreciated! GUEST WRITERS are invited to submit articles for consideration! Private and business SPONSORS and ADVERTISERS keep AGTV going! Coming Up Soon: The fun Island Author, Bob Adamov, talks about his uniquely-written books…
2019 was the First FULL YEAR for Aging Gracefully (AGTV) This past year has been a journey filled with surprising unplanned growth and I’m GRATEFUL to continue Aging Gracefully with YOU! Below are Fun Statistics from 2019! Most-Watched Interview Marc Milkie shared his incredibly difficult challenge of rebuilding his life after losing both legs. His…
Supporting Family Caregivers Many programs focus on the person who is ill, but BRI Care Consultation is unique because it supports the family or friend caregiver of the patient. BRI Care Consultation helps caregivers of older loved ones in four ways: Identifies family priorities during the loved one’s disease process Expands the network, connecting caregivers…
Nobody Plans to Be a Caregiver This is a true story about my dear friend, Vanessa Wesley, who ended up being a caregiver for a loved one. It could be anyone’s story. Vanessa says, “Being the caretaker for my father in my retirement years wasn’t what I had planned, but it’s what happened.” Dad Moved…
Do you want to go out and party? Ha! You can’t even stay up until midnight anymore? It’s still possible to have a fulfilling New Year’s Eve! You can still make it a GREAT event, even if you’re going to be alone! Here’s a list of easy and inexpensive ideas for New Year’s Eve activities!…