Social Engagement

Earlier this summer, a provocative article appeared in The Atlantic entitled, “The End of Reading Is Here.” Writer Rose Horowitch marshalled strong arguments and recent data to support her premise that reading is on the decline to such an extent that we are on the precipice of becoming a post-literate…

Those in the know understand that we are coming up on one of the travel “shoulder seasons,” which means that it’s the perfect time to travel, with continued mild weather but fewer crowds. Without the binds of school schedules or limited vacation from a job, older retired adults can take…

As an older adult, it’s likely no surprise to you that the Hearing Loss Association of America reports that hearing loss is a growing public health crisis in the US. After all, 1 in 3 adults aged 65 to 74 have some type of hearing loss, and for those aged…

We’re starting off June with a recognition of the importance of brain health, as June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. Dementia is the most feared health condition in the United States (surpassing cancer), but up to 45% of dementia cases might be prevented with lifestyle changes that target risk…

If you were to buy into our youth-oriented culture, you might think there’s nothing to be happy about as you get older. Whether it’s your physical decline, the loss of friends or loved ones, or the finite number of days ahead of you, the prevailing ethos seems to suggest there’s…

Almost everyone has had the experience of losing a friend as they’ve gotten older. Whether due to death, disease, moving, or just a lost relationship, friendships often fade away as we get on in years. And while we know that social engagement and social connections are critical for maintaining our…