Technology

For so many of us, the idea of traveling in our later years has been a bedrock concept. In our younger days, we may have lacked the time, money, or courage to set out and see the world, but in our later years, the world is our oyster, so to…

Is your goal at this stage of life to live as long as possible, or to live as well as you can, for as long as you are able? To a certain extent, that’s the life span versus health span debate. Across the globe, there’s a discrepancy in the number…

There’s no doubt that today’s technology is a double-edged sword. It allows us to meet new people, sustain long-distance relationships, and explore new possibilities, all at our fingertips. Never before has such a breadth and depth of knowledge and opportunities been so accessible to so many. Yet at the same…

You may or may not realize that February is American Heart Month. So, while you’re making plans for affairs of the heart for February 14th, you might also want to gain better insight into just how your physical heart is doing these days. If you’re anything like other older adults,…

There’s no arguing with the data. The overwhelming majority of us would like to live out our days in the community, rather than entering a long-term care facility. According to a recent post on Realtor.com, fully 74% of Americans want to remain and receive care in their home if needed….

It may be the season to be jolly and festive, but for many, especially older adults, the holiday season can be a time of challenge and dismay, bringing up past sorrows and missed loved ones or underscoring a sense of loneliness, even “invisibility.” In fact, many may question not only…