Topics
• Look into budget plans or senior discounts for home utilities like water and electricity
• Some Medicare Advantage plans offer gym memberships and other benefits
• Grow your own herbs
• Use your local library to check out books and new or old films or series for free
• Thrift store shopping will net you great bargains and savings
• Attend or hold book, plant, or clothing swaps. They’re fun, community building and money savers!
• Use muslin as your painting substrate. So much cheaper than canvases or large paper
• Use paint samples from the paint or home improvement store for your art
• Visit local recycling stores for great deals on art and office supplies

Quotes Worth Repeating
““As a disclaimer, I’m not giving financial, legal or healthcare advice in this episode. But if you’re wondering are there really  ways to save money these days, then keep listening.” J Henry
“Small things can often lead to big savings before you know it.” J Henry
“I’ve given up some things but truly, it has brought me more peace, more joy, and more love, and acceptance of myself, than I ever imagined.” J Henry
“I’m crazy careful on all of the “little “ spends (eating out, brands vs generics, clothes, coupons, disposable items, etc) that add up big so that when I spend - it’s on memorable things like trips” Catherine
“For me, being retired is a luxury and I appreciate it every single day!” Val

Website/App/Book Recommendations
https://simplefrugallife.org/
https://bloggers.feedspot.com/frugal_blogs
https://www.seniorliving.org/finance/frugal-living-tips/
https://www.judsonmeadowsassistedliving.com/resources/blog/frugal-living-tips-for-seniors/
https://www.goodrx.com/
https://www.costplusdrugs.com/