When you think of the Internet, seniors aren't the first age group that comes to mind. But these days, older Americans increasingly are taking to the Web -- thanks to new free Web sites that are helping them stay in touch with loved ones and even keeping their daily lives organized.

Many of the skeptical seniors that were initially slow to engage the World Wide Web head-on are now discovering what they've been missing. In fact, helpful sites are taking tasks that generally give seniors headaches and making them considerably more manageable -- and even fun. 

Here are just some of the more popular activities and free Web sites that seniors are relying on to make life easier:

By Norma Bixler
Publisher/Editor

Her faith kept her going and she prayed constantly said 69-year old Ena Zizi. She had spent seven days in the rubble. One of the Mexican rescuers said that the team kept working until they could reach the woman and he felt her grab his hand and squeeze it. “I felt that God had touched my hand. I could kiss the hand and she called me ‘son’.”  She was singing as she was carried on the stretcher. And, her son called it a miracle.

A baby girl survives without injuries after six days buried in the rubble of her home. Her name is unknown and it is thought her family had been killed in the quake. After giving her water and washing off the dust that covered her little body from head the toe, the nurses called it “incredible.”

Skin problems in adults are common, varied and treatable. 
Acne is not just for kids!  In fact, acne is the most common skin problem and adults can suffer from acne outbreaks, too. But you do not need to “suffer” from adult acne. Treatment includes oral medication, creams or gels, medicated washes, light therapy, or a combination of these.