Perhaps Popeye was onto something…?
The importance of consuming 2 Fruit & 5 Vegetables for older Australians
As a group, fruit and vegetables are rich in vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals (plant chemicals), which all play an important role in reducing the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, type two diabetes and some cancers. Fruit [Read full story >>]

We have found an Alladin’s cave of products designed especially for Baby Boomers and Above.
If you can’t bend over to cut your toe nails (or you can’t see them when you eventually get there), want a reflective light switch, a doorknob gripper or an illuminating walking stick, you can get it through the mail. An [Read full story >>]

Take Medical Records With You
When you’re traveling (or when you’re home for that matter) did you ever wish you hade all your important medical information and documents on hand?
The paperwork would take up more room than that overcoat you could have packed.
You never know when, where or under what circumstances you will need access [Read full story >>]

Understanding chronic illness and depression in older people
It’s common knowledge that the risk of developing a chronic illness increases as we age, but did you know that having a chronic illness also increases the likelihood of depression?
People with a chronic illness have a greater chance of developing depression than people who are well. [Read full story >>]

Re-evaluating your place in the world and finding ways to spend an unfamiliar abundance of leisure time is something many people entering retirement struggle with.

For men and women who have been active members of the workforce their entire adult lives, the task of redesigning their lifestyles can be a challenge.

Looking to fill this void?               How [Read full story >>]

Perth, located alongside the peaceful waters of the Swan River was the location for Probus Rendezvous 2009.  580 Australian, New Zealand and Japanese delegates enjoyed the 5 ½ day program; Hyatt Regency Perth was the venue for registrations, Opening Ceremony, Welcome Dinner, Ecumenical Service, Discussion Forum and Closing Ceremony.
The Governor of Western Australia, His Excellency [Read full story >>]

Half a million Australians can not be wrong. With more than 250,000 registered members, and just as many social players, lawn bowls is one of Australia’s most popular sports, not to mention one of the nation’s most inclusive pastimes. A precision sport that takes a second to learn but a lifetime to master, bowls [Read full story >>]

Have your say – Elicit comments – Start a movement – Share your knowledge – Promote your event or club.
Ask questions, give your opinion or stir up some action with other members of the Seniors’ Moment Family by posting your comments here.
We are looking for stories about “Seniors Doing Amazing Things”. If you know of [Read full story >>]

Buying a mobile phone is daunting no matter who you are, particularly if it’s for the first time.  Before you dive in it’s worth doing a bit of research to make sure you get a phone that fits your needs and budget.
An easy way to whittle down your choices is to decide what features are [Read full story >>]

Grandma Peg was a lousyfamily cook in the traditional sense, but she had some standard recipes that worked. Chinese mince was a favourite of her