How to Live a Green Lifestyle As a Senior Citizen
No Room at the Inn
People are calling you elderly now. You’re moving out of the big house you bought when the kids were small. Whether you are moving into a smaller home or assisted living, take this opportunity to make some green lifestyle changes. Now is the time to sort through old things and pass them on to your children and grandchildren. Anything left can be donated to a shelter or thrift store to be reused by those in need.
No Garden or No Space for One?
Seniors often live in small spaces. Composting and growing vegetables may seem impossible. How about donating your kitchen waste to a friend or relative who can use it in their garden? If you have room, container gardening is a wonderful green living idea. You can still use your coffee grounds and eggshells for houseplants.
Not Enough Recyclables to Collect?
It’s just you now, or if you are married, just the two of you. You don’t go through enough pop to save the cans. A months worth wouldn’t get you five pennies. You can also save them for a neighborhood child or organization. This green lifestyle choice doubles as a charitable contribution…
Read the original article at associatedcontent
