Functional Fashion: Wearables That Work for You
What if a life-alert button added GPS then morphed into a fashion accessory? Well, it's happened! They're known as “wearables”;…
Storm Surge: What Is It and How Can I Prepare for It?
Each year storm surges and the floods they cause pose significant risks to lives and property along the U.S. east…
Seven Ways to Approach Retirement Challenges
Shortly after he retired, my friend attended a cocktail party. He had been head of a high profile company in…
What is Ageism and 5 Ways to Stop It
Ageism is all around us. You may or may not realize that negative attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors toward older people…
10 Best Vacation Ideas and Destinations
When you planned vacations in the past, your criteria may have leaned toward the practical. For instance, you might have…
Caregiving Tips: Understanding Your Parent’s Perspective
Shirley Tulin, 93, feels lucky that her adult children don't make care decisions or call the shots for her. The…
Older Adults Are Gaining Experience and Reaping the Benefits of Virtual Reality
Eugenia Plant lives in a nursing home. And yet, since she has been there, virtual reality (VR) has taken her…
Tips to Prepare Your Air Conditioning Unit for Summer
Warm weather is coming, and the last thing you want to discover as you prepare your home for summer is…
Older Adults Experience the Positive Affects of Creative Aging
When Samir Saad, 67, retired from his early education job at Head Start two years ago, he felt isolated and…
Renting after Home Owning: A Pros and Cons List
The “rent or own" decision isn't just a conundrum for millennials. A growing number of baby boomers and retirees are…