By Dave Donelson   Not long after my grandson, Steve, was born, I began sculpting a rocking horse for him, the idea being that it would be completed in time for his fourth birthday. That was fourteen years ago and it’s not yet finished. My intention was—and is—to sculpt a…

By Susanna P.Barton   If there is one step by which all other components of a workable Grand Plan are intrinsically linked, it’s #12 — communicating with your people early, honestly, and often. Without good communication, any thoughtful preparation you may have designed for your golden years turns to rubbish,…

By Lance A. Slatton   As we age, hospitalization becomes more daunting due to high costs, infection risks, and the stress of an unfamiliar environment. While essential, hospitals are often not the most comfortable or safest places for older adults. In fact, many seniors find hospital stays not only taxing…

By Alice Herb   One of my serious pet peeves is the stereotypical depictions and treatment of old people. My most recent pique was aroused by family and friends suggesting that I watch a Netflix series called Man on the Inside. I watched a couple of episodes and became increasingly…

By Annie Fenn, MD   We all know junk food is not good for us. Now, thanks to several recent large-scale studies, we can quantify exactly how bad these foods are for brain health. Some processed foods are easy to spot—things like soda, energy drinks, potato chips, and candy. Others…

By Katherine Schneider, Ph.D.   According to AI, “Brain fitness is the practice of keeping the brain healthy and functional by optimizing neural connections, memory, attention, and problem-solving abilities.”   In case you’re wondering what will make this article different from the millions of other articles on brain fitness you can…