This author makes some interesting predictions about how baby boomers may employ message texting to communicate their prescription needs.

Text messaging is shaping up to be a good way for pharma to reach baby boomers, findings from online marketing research firm InsightExpress suggest. Eighty percent of younger baby boomers (aged 45–54) and 79% of older baby boomers (aged 55–64) use mobile phones. Although they are outpaced by younger generations, 16% of younger boomers and 10% of older boomers send or receive text messages every day. Joy Liuzzo, director of mobile research at InsightExpress, cited pharma as one industry that could really take advantage of the boomer texting trend. She told MediaPost that a pharma text message program could allow users to create an online account for reminders about when to take their medicine.

This one-of-a-kind lakefront lot is truly unique within the Malone Bay community. It is one of the most desirable, if not the most desirable lot among the few remaining properties with waterfront access to W. Kerr Scott Lake.

Malone Bay features 18 lots at W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir. 14 are Lakefront and meet private dock requirements. This is a gated community with Lots ranging from 2.3+- acres to 6.8+- acres On the Hwy 421 side of the lake just off South Minton Road, Wilkesboro, NC 28697

Main Channel Views.
300 feet of waterfront.
Dock with boat slip and 2 jet ski slips.

2.86 acres.

MLS Number: 51155
List Price: $359,000
Lot Size: 2.86 ac.
Apx Acreage: 2.86
Type: Waterfront
Area: Area 2
Suitable Use: Residential

Topography: Rolling
Utilities: Underground Utilities
Road Frontage: Private Road
Restrictions: yes
Water/Sewer: Public Water
Miscellaneous: 1-5 Acres
Location: Malone Way

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Hearing aids aren’t just for Grandpa anymore. Companies are targeting the nearly 78 million U.S. baby boomers, the older of whom are hitting age 60 at a rate of about 8,000 a day, with sleek new hearing aids. Hoping to corner the market on a generation as it loses its hearing, the companies are working to end the old- age stigma associated with hearing aids and reel in those tech-savvy Americans born between 1946 and 1964. And baby boomers are biting.

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Are you one of those people who is always saying, “Well, I could have told them that?”

Do you often come up with better ideas on how to do things that seems to escape the reason of those “in charge?”

Then, you’ll fit right in with us. We are a group of 5 homeowners who have taken over the HOA board of a 144 unit condominium complex here in Northridge. We’re looking for a team player to help keep us organized, and on top of the usual and day to day complaints.

We’re moving aggressively towards change, so if you’re a person who likes a challenge, and wants to help make a difference then we want to meet you.

The first step is to contact us at the email below and be sure to attach your resume. If we like what we see, we’ll contact you and invite you for a walk through of the property. We’ll give you our concerns and expectations, and you’ll have the opportunity to tell us how you can contribute.

Our goal is creating a sense of community pride.

Looking forward to your response.
Sincerely,
HOA Board Members

* Location: Northridge
* Compensation: negotiable based on contract, 1099 if independent, management firms welcome
* Telecommuting is ok.
* This is a contract job

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Baby boomers represent a sizable market for the travel industry. More than 81 million older adults are planning to travel in the next year and collectively, they plan to spend a total of $126 billion on their next trip alone. The recent study, which surveyed 30,000 Americans, found that one of the most lucrative segments of the 50+ population are boomers with children under the age of 18 living in the household. On average, these families take trips in the largest groups and their spending per trip was highest among all segments.

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We are looking for someone to transcribe French phrases (common touristy content) using an American English approximation instead of conventional phonetic rules or IPA. The position is part-time, but potentially long-term. Here’s a quick sample of what we are looking for:

Tu aimes ces chaussures?
- tew ehm seh shoo-sewr

A degree in Applied Linguistics or French would be a great plus, but not necessary. Prior experience in doing a similar project (with reference) is a HUGE PLUS

At the interview you will be given 3-4 phrases to transcribe.

Compensation: TBD/DOE Please send your average bids per phrase or per hour.

Note: If we agree to work hourly, you will need to come to our office during regular business hour. Per-phrase bidder can work from home.

Please email us a brief CV or a resume.

* Location: Barbur Blvd
* Compensation: DOE
* Telecommuting is ok.
* This is a part-time job.
* This is a contract job.

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The anti-aging movement has taken the baby boom generation by storm as more and more people search for ways to look younger than their age. And for many folks, the road to a more youthful appearance goes through the dentist’s office.

After spending years raising and educating their children, it’s time to do something for themselves. That can mean anything from major dental reconstruction down to simple procedures like tooth whitening. The whitening aspect is very popular. There are a number of products on the market today, some that are self-applied, some in the form of toothpaste, some in the form of gels, some in the form of strips. Some patients choose veneers to create whiter and more uniform smiles. Done by a licensed dentist, veneers are a thin piece of porcelain, applied over the existing teeth. Read more »

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Technical writer needed for IT related papers. If you have experience, please send your research papers related to certain topics as mentioned below ” Outsourcing - benefits for companies”, ” Multimedia - various aspects of multimedia” . In case youare interested to apply, but have papersz related to other topics, please send dome of your work.

* Location: None
* Compensation: Based on ecperince and skill
* Telecommuting is ok.
* This is a part-time job.
* This is a contract job.

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The baby-boomer population has been slighted by merchandisers because they think people over 50 are so stuck in their ways that they won’t buy any new brand. Boomers are really the largest market for business because they have so much money that they want to spend.

The idea that 65 is “old” is laughable to those of us who have been there and done that. Sure, you can draw Social Security at that age and get covered by Medicare, which may start coming in handy. At 65, you may start feeling some aches and pains you didn’t notice at 50.

Being 65 doesn’t mean you’re consigned to a rocking chair, sitting there waiting for your next check from Uncle Sam. (Remember, you earned that check by working for 40 years, so don’t let some wiseheimer try to needle you about being on welfare.) Let me list the ways that a man at 65 isn’t even remotely an “old” guy… click here for complete article

Collapse Magazine is looking for local writers to dig up the flourishing underground scene in Texas. We are looking for writers for all different sections focusing on local hot spots, fashion, music, film, and gadgets. If you are interested, please contact denise@collapsemag.com. Send resume, writing clips, and let me know which section you would like to contribute to. Novice writers are welcome and encouraged to apply.

* Location: ANYWHERE
* Compensation: TBD
* Telecommuting is ok.
* This is a part-time job.
* This is a contract job.

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Skyrocketing health costs is the reason for Medicare / Medicaid problems.

There has been an effort by the enemies of Social Security and Medicare to demonize the baby boomers as a threat to country’s prosperity and the well-being of our children and grandchildren.

They have repeatedly warned of the enormous projected cost of Social Security and Medicare and called on the current or future elderly to sacrifice their benefits under these programs for the common good.

We heard endless tales of $70 trillion dollar-plus deficits and how our children and grandchildren would face crushing tax burdens unless the greedy soon to be geezers accepted large cuts in their Social Security and Medicare benefits. Read more »

Busy agent looking for part time assistant (approximately 25-30 hours per month). Computer skills and strong people skills a must. Real Estate experience a plus. Self starter to help with daily tasks including but not limited to transaction coordinator, marketing,database mgmt, etc. Strong communication skills.
Please email resume with qualifications and contact info if interested.

* Location: Highlands Ranch
* Compensation: $10-$12 per hour
* Telecommuting is ok.
* This is a part-time job.
* This is a contract job.

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Retire in the perfect climate, friendly folks, low taxes, convenient senior services and a variety of recreational activities.

Beautiful Wilkes County NC Executive Country Club Home.

MLS Number: 51211 List Price: $359,000

Bedrooms: 3, Full Baths: 2, Half Baths: 1, Est Total SqFt: 3425+
Type/Style: Tudor, Two Story, Area: 6
Elementary School : Moravian Falls Elementary
Middle School: Central Wilkes
High School: Wilkes Central

Construction: Brick Veneer & Other, Solid Masonry Foundation: Basement, block & brick. Roof: Shingle - Composition, Two Years Old, Floors: Carpet/Hardwood/Tile
Garage/Carport: Garage-Double Attached
Interior Features: Smoke Detector(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Newly Decorated, Painted and Carpeted, Central Vacuum, Large Master Bedroom, Walk-In Closets, Hardwood Floors, Basement, Two Fireplaces (Rock and Brick), Gas Logs, Workshop in Basement, Walk-in Cedar-lined closet, Formal Living Room, Dining Room, Den with Oak Bookshelves and Cabinetry, Cable TV w. broadband Internet

Exterior Features: Tiled Patio/Deck and Walkways, Very Private Yard, Level Lot, Set Back From Street.
Subdivision: Farmington
Lot Size: 1.14 acres

Contact Elizabeth Carter, 336.973.5594 or Greg Stikeleather, Broker, 704.880.5247 or email eacarter@charter.net

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• Brush your teeth early in the evening rather than just before bed. It keeps you from snacking if you’re not really hungry.
• Commit to one diet — and stick to it for life. Start by making a list of low-calorie foods that you love, that you find satisfying; and when you’re hungry make sure you eat lots of those foods.
• Learn to cook, from scratch. That way, you control what you are eating.
• Portion control used with a 20 minute wait time — wait 20 minutes after eating the sensible portions, and then see if you still feel hungry. Nine times out of ten, you won’t. If you do, get a little more.
• Observe your hunger patterns. Choose a bedtime that’s early enough to keep you from after-dinner snacking. Stick to that bed-time.

Are you a copywriter that knows the difference between Cavalli and Coldwater Creek, between a Dutch oven and a sauté pan, and between Bluetooth and Wi-Fi?

Are you witty, hardworking, humble, funny, outgoing, and low-maintenance – and do you write with bit of edge?

SHOP.COM, an online marketplace with OneCart™ convenience, is looking for a remote yet local freelance writer to assist the senior copywriter with assorted duties that range from copy for email campaigns, direct marketing pieces, newsletters, web site copy, and helping with maintenance of our shopping blog.

The potential writer should have 1-3 years marketing writing experience, impeccable writing and editing skills, work extremely well within a team (we’re really tight-knit and work well together!) and should have a solid understanding of the interests of our typical shopper: a busy female aged 25-45 who loves shopping for herself, her friends, and her family.

Personality is just as important as talent, as we may be seeking to hire someone full time in 2008.

Although the position is mostly remote, and will start out on an occasional, CONTRACT basis, the applicant must be available occasionally for meetings, so living near the Pasadena, CA area is ideal.

If interested, please peruse the site (www.shop.com) before replying and send a résumé and three writing samples (marketing/retail nature preferred) to:

Shop_freelancewriter@yahoo.com

DO NOT call or contact us through any other method than the above email address.

* Location: Pasadena
* Telecommuting is ok.
* This is a part-time job.
* This is a contract job.
* OK to highlight this job opening for persons with disabilities.

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