Senior Lifestyle Writer & Savings Expert

Proudly entering her late-60s, Jewel Jenkins embodies the vibrant, resourceful spirit reflected in her writing. A retired elementary school principal who discovered her second calling as a writer, Jewel has spent the past decade mastering the art of living well for less while embracing every stage of life with grace and enthusiasm.

Jewel's natural talent for finding the great deals—honed through years of stretching school budgets and raising three children as a single mother—has made her the go-to person in her friend group for uncovering senior discounts.

Her writing celebrates the wisdom, freedom, and opportunities that come with age while providing practical strategies for making the most of fixed incomes. Jewel is also a proponent of seniors advocating for themselves, especially when it comes to where they want to age and, eventually, spend their final years. She believes that aging beautifully is about confidence, community, and knowing your worth.

When she's not writing about senior-centric topics, Jewel volunteers at a local food bank and spends time with her growing brood of grandchildren