Category: Sept – Oct 2025

  • Think Pink in October

    The pink ribbons and pink merchandise at retail stores mean it is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, commemorated annually in October. Think Pink is a campaign for prevention, perseverance in finding a cure and the possibilities for surviving breast cancer. According to the National Cancer Institute, 1 in 8 women and 1 in 800 men…

  • Ready, Aim, Fun!

    Archery, the sport of kings, is finding its way into our city parks. The City and County of Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation has introduced archery into its programs. Many participants say they first shot a bow and arrow at a summer camp. Then they grew up and found other interests. With cartoons and…

  • How Pickleball Changed My Life

    We don’t always know what’s missing until it shows up in our lives. For these three women, that “something” was a game called “pickleball.” For Lori Tokutomi, the discovery came in her late 50s. “Someone mentioned it at a gym, so I just showed up,” she says. “They told me to get on the court,…

  • Gram’s Portuguese Bean Soup

    The Portuguese Bean Soup recipe my family has made for generations was never actually written down until my niece, Nadine, asked my mother for it. My mom, Vivian, would make a huge pot for parties or mainland visitors. The soup was prepped early in the morning and simmered on the stove well into the evening.…

  • Celebrating the Portuguese Culture

    Since more than 1,500 years ago, Kānaka Maoli (Native Hawaiians) have welcomed immigrants from every corner of the globe, cultivating and perpetuating a tapestry of diverse cultures. In the fifth article in this ongoing series on the many cultures that comprise Hawai‘i, we will focus on the Portuguese, how the people arrived in the Hawaiian…

  • Striving for Peace 80 Years After WWII

    This year marks 80 years since World War II ended. To me, this is a time to reflect on the horrors of war and remind ourselves to take steps to resolve conflict without violence. Hawai‘i is in a unique position as the steward of two icons of WWII history. The USS Arizona Memorial, a powerful…

  • Benefits of Using Artificial Intelligence, Part I

    In this two-part series, the benefits, risks and how seniors can reduce the possibility of being negatively impacted by artificial intelligence (AI) will be explored, beginning here by examining how AI can significantly enhance the lives of seniors by promoting independence, improving health management and providing companionship and support. HOW DOES AI WORK? AI learns…

  • Why Seniors Should Keep Working

    Retirement isn’t one-size-fits-all. For many seniors in Hawai‘i and beyond, continuing to work—whether full-time, part-time or on a volunteer basis—offers benefits that extend far beyond a paycheck. Staying in the workforce can sharpen the mind, support physical health and bring daily structure that gives life meaning. Stay Mentally Sharp Just as vital as mental stimulation…

  • Staying in the Driver’s Seat

    After receiving a well-worded summons from the Department of Motor Vehicles stating that at my age, I needed to take the road test to renew my driving license, I kept a low profile, hoping it would go away. My 80th birthday was fast approaching. I pictured this uniformed wiseacre 30-something yelling, “I said left Mrs.…

  • Averting Hawai‘i’s Caregiver Crisis

    The findings of a recent Columbia University study—that Hawai‘i is a high-risk state for a family caregiver shortage—should come as no surprise to the estimated 154,000 family caregivers who reside here. AARP estimates that Hawai‘i’s family caregivers put in 144 million hours of unpaid care a year to loved ones in Hawai‘i. If they were…

  • Hawai‘i Honors Its Senior Volunteers

    During National Older Americans Month each May, Hawai‘i’s four county Area Agencies on Aging receive nominations from the public for Outstanding Older Americans known for their volunteer accomplishments. A man and a woman from each county are chosen to be honored. This year’s theme, Flip the Script on Aging, focused on transforming how society perceives,…

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    The November/December 2024 issue of Generations Magazine features a cover story on multigenerational travel adventures with Road Scholar, emphasizing the importance of shared experiences between grandparents and grandchildren. Other articles include discussions on the significance of travel insurance for seniors, effective case management in caregiving, and strategies for maintaining oral hygiene as one ages. We…