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About the Author

Bill Burkey is the author of Weed: A Senior's Guide, a practical cannabis education book written specifically for adults over 55.

Bill wrote this book because he recognized a significant gap in cannabis information. While the market is flooded with cannabis content aimed at younger consumers, older adults who are new to cannabis or returning to it after decades have very different needs and concerns.

Seniors need to understand medication interactions, appropriate dosing for aging bodies, fall risk, and cognitive effects. They need information presented clearly, without jargon, and with the respect and seriousness their health decisions deserve.

The Mission

The mission of this website and the book is simple: give seniors the clear, trustworthy information they need to make informed decisions about cannabis.

We believe that:

• Every adult deserves access to honest, practical cannabis education
• Seniors have unique health considerations that most cannabis resources ignore
• Safety should always come first, especially when prescription medications are involved
• Starting low and going slow is not just advice — it is essential

Why This Matters

Adults over 55 are the fastest-growing demographic of cannabis users in the United States. Many are exploring cannabis for the first time, or returning to it after decades away. The cannabis products available today are vastly different from what existed in the 1970s and 1980s.

Without clear guidance, seniors risk taking too much, choosing the wrong products, or unknowingly creating dangerous interactions with their medications.

This book and this website exist to bridge that knowledge gap.

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