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Seeking Hair Salon in Vabch for Senior Citizen
Asked by V.M. from Norfolk
on March 30, 2008
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I am hoping someone may know of a salon in Virginia Beach that caters to senior citizens. I would like to take my 86 year old grandmother to get her hair cut and set ...
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- Curl Up & Dye in Norfolk ###-###-#### Shelia's cell and she does older women. Early in the morning the older ladies are in there. And they do manicures. That's my ...
- I go to a place called the Hair loft and I see Debbie. She is wonderful. I won't trust anyone else with my hair. She has been doing my since I was about 3 and I am ...
- There's a little place in London Bridge Shopping center on the corner of Great Neck and VB Blvd. It's called La Paree (sp?) and it's got a HUGE senior clientele. It'...
What Kind of Cell Phone/phone Plan for a Senior Citizen?
Asked by L.A. from Lincoln
on November 27, 2011
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What kind of cell phone and phone plan should I get for my 84 year old mother? She will use it very little, but needs it in case of emergencies and to make occassiona...
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- Trac phones are great...my husband has one and it is much cheaper than adding him to my cell phone plan...he pays $100 a year for I think it is 800 minutes and he...
- AARP advertises a large button simple basic phone. My friend has a large button simple basic phone thru a regular cell phone service planned for seniors. I suggest...
- I just bought my Mom (91) the 'jitterbug' phone for Xmas. It's prepaid, $19.99 a month for 200 minutes. It has the large #'s & easy to use for seniors. If you google '...
Something to Do for Senior Citizens Who Don't Have a Lot of Money
Asked by S.S. from Chicago
on February 19, 2009
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Dear Mama's, Help, I am looking for some activities to get my mother out of the house. She does daycare and loves it. but needs a life outside of daycare. My dad h...
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- When my daughter was in the NICU, there were women who were "cuddlers". Basically they were older women who came to the hospital during the day and cuddled with the l...
- How about volunteering? My mother is 69, and all she does is play bridge and volunteer. She is so busy that she isn't available to babysit. She met all her bridg...
- I don't know where your mom lives, so specifics are a little difficult. I would definitely start with her local park district. Most offer things for seniors. also, the...
Seeking Help with Back Problem
Asked by E.G. from Chicago
on April 28, 2008
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I am a senior citizen with a back problem that seems to be getting worse. I have had therapy that only works for a short while. I have had injections in my spine tha...
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- It sounds like you have what I have:Spinal Stenosis,a conditioncommon to older people (I'm 76 years old) In short, its a compression of vertabrae in the spine. No one ...
- I too have back trouble and though I'd love a quick fix the best and ongoing support I can give myself is ding Yoga daily. It does not matter what age or agility stand...
- I know two people with success recently at Illinois Spinal and Sports Rehabilitation located at 24024 Brancaster Drive in Naperville with phone number of ###-###-####....
How to deal with brittle fingernails in senior?
Asked by E.G. from Chicago
on June 8, 2008
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I am a senior citizen and I am having problems with my fingernail splitting then breaking off. My nails look terrible. I don't want to get artificial nails....I went...
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- Hi E., I had the problem where my nails wouldn't grow and if they did, they would break and split just like you're describing. Have you heard of Nutra Nail? I've us...
- Hi E., I'm in the same boat as you! I've tried everything as well but have learned there is no silver bullet. However, I've found the most effective combination whi...
- I am a nail technician and you have a common nail issue that many people of all ages deal with. Having regular manicures can help streghten your nails and also wearing...
Memory Lapses or Forgetfulness
Asked by C.A. from Dallas
on January 27, 2012
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Some people call it mommy brain and some people it is just forgetfulness. My problem goes back to my teenage years so it is not mommy brain.
Here are some of the...
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- Just today I told someone at work that I read an article and found I had 7 of the 8 symptoms of Alzheimer's (and always have.) She asked me what the 1 symptom was tha...
- You are so normal. I've been like that all of my life and only became concerned once I hit the senior years. I talked with my counselor and my doctor about this. I ...
- That's me exactly! I've been that way since my early 20's and there are times when it's worse for me. It was worse when I had severe food allergies. Got them cleare...
Friends
Asked by C.T. from Tampa
on February 20, 2008
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I am probably the senior citizen in this group of wonderful ladies...well I am not that old...still hip I guess...I did attend Woodstock .....but I would love to find ...
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- Hi there! Well, maybe this was fate, because I have been looking for someone to communicate with along similar lines! I am a grandmother to 5 - 3 from my daughter a...
- Hey C.,my name is T..I am not on this site much cause i don't have much in commen,either.my kids are 11 and 17.no babies.one is getting ready to go to college and will...
- Hi C., I am 44 yrs old. I have two grown children and I have 2 granddaughters. My husband's mom was born in Holland and she has travelled all over the world. She has ...
Fashionable plus Sized Clothing/stores with Good Prices (Esp Jeans)?
Asked by M.O. from Chicago
on October 31, 2009
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I am so proud of my Mom. She is trying to redefine her look to be more updated, more hip and not so "senior citizen". She's only in her sixties, still works and does...
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- sears & kohls.....I ONLY buy off the clearance racks
- We buy from Kohl's, Lane Bryant, Catherine's and from the Just My Size catalog for my MIL.
- Try Avenue, Lane Bryant and Fashion Bug. They have pretty good prices and you can browse online to see if you like their styles and prices (or to buy too). HTH!
Need Opinions on Older Mom's Wedding Ettiquette
Asked by R.M. from Memphis
on March 16, 2011
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My 69-yr old Mom just got engaged and is getting married in one month. They are not making it a big deal. No bridesmaids or groomsmen. Just them and the preacher in...
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- Congratulations to your mother! I think just about anything they want to do to celebrate this wedding is approprate, why should their age matter? My father got marrie...
- It would be nice for her to start her new life with a new dress, or whole new outift. But that is up to her. Since she has invited a lot of people a recption to gree...
- I love the idea of a congratulatroy tea. or even just a small luncheon with her lady friends. (sort of a bachlorette party for the senior citizen age lol) it would b...
Need Advice on Helping My Mom Out-she's in Very Tight Spot :(
Asked by C.D. from Boca Raton
on April 2, 2011
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I really need help/advice please. Quick story...My mom moved in with us 2yrs ago due to her losing her home to foreclosure. It was devestating to her and hard on all o...
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- There is low income housing available to seniors. Contact Social Services and ask about Section 8 and HUD housing in your area. However be perpared the waiting list ...
- I think it would depend on the state...maybe start with the town or city hall and go from there. Does she have any retirment savings? Maybe she just cant afford to...
- Have you considered calculating the difference in her not taking early retirement and waiting until she's 65? Those extra 3 years might make a difference. My mom retir...
