Few things capture the joy of aging boldly like the return of The Geezers. Actor, playwright, and lawyer Sid Filkow may be one of Salt Spring’s most beloved storytellers, but he’s also a proud representative of what we at Geezers, Gadgets and Gizmos call “aging with attitude.” The Geezers return to stage is about celebrating aging boldly with humor. Continue reading The Geezers Return to Stage – Celebrating Aging Boldly with Humor
Tag Archives: #PositiveAging
A Heartfelt Thank You from Geezers, Gadgets and Gizmos
At Geezers, Gadgets & Gizmos, our mission has always been clear: to help seniors discover the best products, tools, and technology that improve safety, independence, and joy — with a healthy dose of humor along the way. And thanks to you, our community, we’re off to a phenomenal start. In just our first month on YouTube doing Geezers Gadgets and Gizmos senior product reviews, we’ve seen results that far exceed the average new creator. Continue reading A Heartfelt Thank You from Geezers, Gadgets and Gizmos
Rise and Shine: How an Early Breakfast Supports Healthy Aging
Remember how your mother encouraged you to start the day early by eating a healthy breakfast before heading off to school? Turns out she was pretty right on… even if, back in the day, Kellogg’s Sugar Smacks were 56% sugar by weight. (Yes, moms did their best!) Now, new research suggests that when we eat breakfast isn’t just about filling our stomachs — it may actually affect how we age. A recent study published in Communications Medicine reveals that eating breakfast later in the day is linked to increased risks of depression, oral health problems, fatigue, and even biological aging. Healthy breakfast timing for seniors is a positive compement for healthy aging. Continue reading Rise and Shine: How an Early Breakfast Supports Healthy Aging
Happiness and Aging Research Say Growing Older Can Be the Best Time of Life
When you hear people talk about aging, it often sounds like a bad stand-up routine: “My back hurts, my memory’s gone, and don’t get me started on the knees!” But what if the punchline isn’t decline… what if it’s happiness?Aging and happiness research have a lot to tell us! Continue reading Happiness and Aging Research Say Growing Older Can Be the Best Time of Life
3G TV Is “Live” on YouTube!
We’re live! After months of planning, writing, filming, and editing, Geezers, Gadgets & Gizmos (3G TV) is officially on YouTube—bringing our trusted, humorous, and hands-on reviews of senior-friendly products straight to your screen. The Geezers Gadgets and Gizmos YouTube launch is “LIVE!” Continue reading 3G TV Is “Live” on YouTube!
The Wisdom of Grandmothers
Technology evolves at lightning speed. Every week there’s a new gadget, app, or AI tool promising to make our lives “smarter.” But sometimes the best guidance doesn’t come from Silicon Valley or a shiny device—it comes from wise women who lived before hashtags, smartphones, or even remote controls. Continue reading The Wisdom of Grandmothers
Turn Up the Memories: How Music Helps Seniors Stay Sharp, Connected, and Joyful
If a few guitar chords can transport you to a high school dance, a first kiss, or even Woodstock… you’re not alone. Science is catching up with something boomers have always known in their bones: music matters. Continue reading Turn Up the Memories: How Music Helps Seniors Stay Sharp, Connected, and Joyful
10 Meaningful Things You Can Do for a Senior Today — That Cost Absolutely Nothing (But Mean Everything)
Let’s face it — getting older can be lonely. Many seniors quietly face daily challenges like social isolation, physical limitations, and fading routines. But here’s the good news: you don’t need a big budget to make a big difference in an older adult’s life. Continue reading 10 Meaningful Things You Can Do for a Senior Today — That Cost Absolutely Nothing (But Mean Everything)
Wish of a Lifetime from AARP
If you think senior dreams come with an expiration date, think again. Wish of a Lifetime from AARP is helping older adults across the country tick items off their bucket lists—without a “use by” date. Whether it’s ziplining at 85, reuniting with long-lost siblings, or learning to tango in Argentina, this nonprofit proves that life after 65 is just getting started. Continue reading Wish of a Lifetime from AARP