New For March: Herbal Essence: A Blog By Alice Herb: Chapter Twelve: Being Alone Does Not Have to Mean Being Lonely
March 19, 2019
I have lived alone for almost half of my life. When I was widowed for the first time, I had two small children living with me. That’s not living alone and I don’t count that. But…
One Out Of Three: Older Adults And Feelings of Loneliness
March 13, 2019
It may not come as a surprise, but the statistics are nonetheless distressing. In a new national poll of adults ages 50-80 from the University of Michigan, one in three respondents admitted they feel a lack…
Doctor Shopping: Is It Time To Find A Geriatrician?
March 13, 2019
No two people age alike. Some of us feel like the proverbial “spring chicken” despite advancing age while others feel like we’ve hit a wall well before we consider ourselves “old.” In essence, there can be…
Keeping Up: Maintaining Your Appearance No Matter Age Nor Place
March 13, 2019
Author and social commentator Fran Leibowitz once said, “You’re only as good as your last haircut.” For most of us, personal grooming is an essential part of our daily routine and of sustaining our self-confidence. And…
Screen Time: Were Your Screened For Dementia During Your Latest Check-Up?
March 13, 2019
Those of you who have Medicare Part B may not realize it, but you’re eligible for an annual wellness visit specifically aimed at a health risk assessment. It’s a good opportunity to review your current health…
The Last Word:
Words of Wisdom About Aging
«The great thing about getting older is that you don't lose all the other ages you've been.» Madeleine L’Engle
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