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My Elderly Space: January 2008
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A look at the remarkable lives of the elderly. Centenarian celebrates 100th birthday on a treadmill. Ida Wasserman, from Florida, celebrated her 100th birthday by starting her day with a treadmill workout. She works out two hours per day, seven days a week. She prefers the rowing machine to the treadmill. She says moving around keeps those "centenarian kinks" at bay. Read her story here. Jan 31, 2008. 88-year-old becomes a ballet star. If ballet isn't your thing, maybe you can consider tap dancing? Anna ...
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My Elderly Space: 95-year-old Track Star
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A look at the remarkable lives of the elderly. Frank Levine ran his first marathon at the age of 65. He’s run seventeen marathons since then. At 95, he still runs 2 miles every other day, and recently competed in the 95-99 category and set a world record at 50 minutes and 10 seconds. Visit msnbc.com for Breaking News. And News about the Economy. Aug 30, 2009. This blog is dedicated to the elderly and the joy and wisdom they bring to those around them. You can reach us at elderlyspace@gmail.com.
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My Elderly Space: 103 year old appointed to the Order of Canada
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A look at the remarkable lives of the elderly. 103 year old appointed to the Order of Canada. 103-year-old Edra Ferguson was appointed to the Order of Canada after she was nominated by Tara Muzumdar, who works at her nursing home. Her accomplishments include earning a law degree in the 1920s when the law school was mostly male, being elected the first female alderman in St. Thomas, becoming a judge, and fronting women’s groups fighting for equal rights. Read the full story here. Jul 30, 2011.
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My Elderly Space: February 2008
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A look at the remarkable lives of the elderly. Profile of Hurricane Hazel. If you're not familiar with local Canadian politics, you may not know Hazel McCallion. She's the current mayor of Mississauga and has been for 30 years. Mississauga is the 6th largest city in Canada, so her responsibilities are not exactly trivial. She is affectionately known as Hurricane Hazel, for her outspoken style of no-nonsense politics. Watch this video and you'll see why she's so popular with voters. Feb 21, 2008. When Mom...
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My Elderly Space: Hazel is running for mayor again! Go, Hazel!!
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A look at the remarkable lives of the elderly. Hazel is running for mayor again! In announcing her 12th, and apparently final, run for mayor of Mississauga, Ontario, Hazel McCallion (age 89) showed she had one more political fight left in her with a remarkable plea to voters to support candidates who would work with her, putting the interests of the city before themselves. Go, Hazel, go! Sep 8, 2010. This blog is dedicated to the elderly and the joy and wisdom they bring to those around them.
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My Elderly Space: October 2007
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A look at the remarkable lives of the elderly. How long will you live? It's encourage to read about the active lifestyles of the elderly, including those well beyond a hundred-years-old. But what of our own lives? Genetics aside, there are still many factors we have control of and can affect our likelihood of living healthy and well beyond the 100 year mark. Go ahead and take the test. And see for yourself. Oct 27, 2007. We were told that we needed to show our residence cards to get married, but Chen's h...
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My Elderly Space: November 2007
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A look at the remarkable lives of the elderly. The Oldest Rock Band. This happenin' band also happens to be the oldest rock band around. The average age of its members is 79 and Alf, the lead singer, is 90 years old. Other members are 99 and 100 years old. The Zimmers' first single stayed two weeks in UK's Top 40. Check out the music video for their first single. More info about The Zimmers. Nov 30, 2007. I always laugh," centenarian Ellen Doble said. Want to know how long you’ll live? For the full story.
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My Elderly Space: "A hundred is nothing anymore..."
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A look at the remarkable lives of the elderly. A hundred is nothing anymore.". A hundred is nothing anymore. 110 is just a little bit better," says Bernice Madigan, who turned 110 last month. Watch the video below and find out her secret to longevity. Article from Boston.com. Aug 13, 2009. Says: August 14, 2009 at 12:31 PM. This blog is dedicated to the elderly and the joy and wisdom they bring to those around them. You can reach us at elderlyspace@gmail.com. Centenarian does the tango. Life Begins At 80.
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My Elderly Space: Poppy donations are for veterans and widows!
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A look at the remarkable lives of the elderly. Poppy donations are for veterans and widows! John Dietsch, 84 year old veteran, wasn't scared then or now. He served in World War II and now is any active volunteer with the Royal Canadian Legion in Scarborough. Dietsch took a lead role in poppy collection. His branch raised about $35,000. Go Mr Dietsch, go! Read more of the story here. Nov 13, 2009. This blog is dedicated to the elderly and the joy and wisdom they bring to those around them.
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