By Mary Fridley   Every so often, I read an article or blog that moves me so much that I want to share it with everyone I know – and even those I don’t. This was definitely my response after reading “Suffering No More – Reimagining Dementia in a Post-COVID…

By agebuzz Contributing Editor Julie Buyon   One of the best-kept secrets in the world of health care is palliative care. I say “secret” because even though this board-certified medical specialty has been available for more than a quarter-century, many people still don’t understand it. Many doctors don’t fully understand…

Writer Dave Donelson left his successful business career in 1999 to become a full-time freelance writer. In 2020 he both completed a memoir of his life growing up (entitled Fathers: A Memoir) and began a daily journal where he posts his thoughts, observations, and insights each day. Titled “The Journal of…

Kathleen M. Rehl, Ph.D., CFP®, CeFT® Emeritus www.KathleenRehl.com   “Tom, after you die, please send me a sign from the other side . . . wherever you are. I can’t imagine life without you. Please find a way to communicate with me when you’re gone.”   “Oh, Honey, I don’t…

by agebuzz Guest Blogger Mary Fridley   On June 18th, I moderated a conversation, Playing with Dementia: How the dementia experience can help us all embrace uncertainty, live more joyously, lead with our hearts and create a better world, with four incredibly creative and innovative dementia advocates: Phyllis Fehr, Daniella…

Falling On The Street By Alice Herb   I was recently rushing to the subway to meet a very good friend for lunch. I had no sooner reached the curb across the street from my home when BOOM- I went down hitting the sidewalk with a resounding bang on my…