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By Kathleen Rehl, Ph.D., CFP®, CeFT® Emeritus Sometimes we discover whether a new place has truly become home by leaving it.   One year ago, my husband and I moved into independent living at Oak Hammock at the University of Florida. In earlier articles—including my agebuzz essay, “Between Letting Go…

By Kathleen Murphy Females are far more prone to cognitive impairment than men. But new research shows that with the right approaches, many risks can be averted.   Picture a person with a condition such as Alzheimer’s Disease or dementia. Who do you see?   If you imagined an elderly…

By Carolyn Brandly   New drugs for the treatment of people with mild cognitive impairments and early-stage Alzheimer’s disease are grabbing headlines and attracting worldwide attention.     While the treatments may hold promise for some people, practical actions hold promise for many more people to prevent or delay dementia. Prevention…

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…

The weather has finally turned to Spring (and in many areas it may already feel like Summer). And maybe you’ve decided that it’s time to get back out for a daily walk: to get some exercise, connect with nature, maybe clear your mind and boost your mood. All of these…

By Wally Klatch   We mark major life transitions with ceremonies and celebrations. For example, Christening or Brit Milah is for the transition from birth to entry into the faith; Confirmation or Bar Mitzvah for the transition from childhood to communal responsibilities; Graduation for the transition from learning to higher…