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Recovery: Return to Normal or Create a New Normal 
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For older adults, there are many occasions when a major physical or personal event takes a huge toll on the person’s outlook and potential recovery. The recovery may mean a return to normal, that is,…

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A Roadmap to Retirement: Tips and Tricks for Building Financial Security
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Are you worried about having to rely on Social Security or Medicare in the future? If so, there are ways to ensure you don’t have to. Building financial health is essential for a secure retirement…

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How to Reduce the Stress of Caregiving by Individualizing Your Approach with a Family Member with Dementia
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How to Reduce the Stress of Caregiving by Individualizing Your Approach with a Family Member with Dementia Authored by Joseph M. Casciani, PhD Living longer means that physical decline will typically accompany our later years.…

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Introducing the New Guide to Aging with Purpose and Positivity
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Authored by Dr. Joe Casciani This is an introduction to the new BETTER, LONGER & HAPPIER GUIDE. The GUIDE is comprised of 12 card decks or modules that have been developed for Program Directors and…

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PRESS RELEASE: Salem Media Group Announces New Podcast with Dr. Joseph Casciani on the Senior Resource Podcast Network
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IRVING, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Salem Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: SALM) announced today the launch of the podcast show Living to 100 Club on Salem-owned SeniorResource.com. Host Dr. Joseph Casciani is joined in each episode of Living to 100 Club by experts on everything…

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The Psychological Challenges of Rehabilitation
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by Joe Casciani, PhD The notion of someone who is aging successfully frequently implies optimum physical and mental health. But, to me, successful aging also applies to those who struggle with a medical or personal…

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Building Blocks to Better Aging
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This event is a Living to 100 Club conversation between two psychologists about aging well. Our host, Dr. Joe Casciani will be interviewing Dr. Hugh Pates, a clinical psychologist with a specialty in working with…

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Navigating Senior Healthcare Options: Understanding Insurance and Medicare
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Stacy Bryant, Guest Contributor As we age, it becomes increasingly important to have adequate healthcare coverage. However, navigating the complex landscape of senior healthcare options can be overwhelming. It is essential to clearly understand the…

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Active Aging Week – October 2 through October 8, 2023 – ANNOUNCEMENT
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Active Aging Week (AAW) is a national initiative that promotes the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. It offers older adults the opportunity to experience diverse activities, exercise, and experiences in a safe, friendly and fun…

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Aging Good … Ageism Bad
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By Barbara Croyle “There are six myths about old age: 1. That it’s a disease, a disaster. 2. That we are mindless. 3.That we are sexless. 4. That we are useless. 5. That we are…

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A Shift in Attitudes for Older Adults Reduces Anxious Thinking and Brings Fulfillment
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by Joe Casciani, PhD Successful aging, the heart of the Living to 100 Club, involves a certain resolve to not worry about things we cannot control, a focus on things we can do instead of…

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Mindful Living for Seniors: Cultivating Mindfulness to Improve Quality of Life
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In today’s fast-paced world, where distractions abound, and stress levels rise, embracing mindfulness has become increasingly vital, especially for seniors seeking to improve their quality of life. By integrating mindfulness into their daily routines, seniors…

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Dr. Casciani has been thinking about, and helping people, be well, physically and mentally, for decades. He can’t help but put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard) and share his thoughts and insights. We hope you find knowledge on mental and physical wellness, and find value here.

What does mental wellness look like? What does it take to be resilient? How do we keep moving forward when facing a major challenge? How do we overcome depression and pessimism?

Living to 100 Club members turn aging on its head, knowing and understanding age is only a number. The Living to 100 Club is for everyone, of all ages, who want to maintain a positive outlook about our futures. The Living to 100 Club offers fresh and inspiring perspectives on aging successfully, no matter how much help we may need adapting to growing older. Whether we’re still running marathons or confined to a wheelchair, we can always keep a positive frame of mind, strive for mental wellness, look forward to events in our future, and plan on living to 100.