Free Download from LifeBio.com promises meaningful dinner conversations
Thanksgiving is all about family togetherness, but how many Americans will be able to move this year's table conversation away from the same old talk about sports, weather and cranberry sauce? Older loved ones can be gold mines of wisdom and experience as well as windows into living history, yet many families may never discover these "nuggets" simply because they don't ask the right questions.
READ MORECapturing the Essence of Your Life
You are amazing. Simply amazing. There is no one else like you. You can describe people, times, and places that no one else could ever share. You are completely unique and you should write a book. If you've always wanted to capture the essence of your life (or even if you've never thought about it until right now), it's a good idea to write an autobiography.
READ MOREPowerful Relationships & Writing Life Stories
Really knowing your parents or grandparents is a great thing. Many families don't always feel like they have a strong relationship with older generations and they aren't sure where to start. It's not easy but it is worth doing. You can build a relationship by interviewing your parents or grandparents. Along the way, you can also have the privilege of helping them to write down life stories.
READ MORENeed help interviewing a parent or grandparent?
LifeBio now offers professional, personal interviews by phone. The interview questions are provided and you can decide just what should be asked. Customize the questions if you wish. Affordable and fun
READ MORECelebrate Active Aging Week - Sept 21 - Sept 27
As a preferred vendor of the International Council on Active Aging (ICAA), LifeBio wants to encourage older adults to participate in activities that promote wellbeing the week of Sept. 21-27. Over 100 studies in the last 10 years have shown that reminiscence lowers depression, increases life satisfaction, and helps in building meaningful relationships.
READ MOREDr. John Dykers' End of Life Plan from Annie's Mailbox
Dear Annie: I'm so glad you brought up the end-of-life plan dilemma faced by "Aunt Thelma, Uncle John and Marie." I am a doctor, and my patients have universally embraced my own end-of-life plan as follows:
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