4 min readDr. Becca Levy’s groundbreaking research demonstrates how our cultural and personal age beliefs affect things like memory loss, hearing decline, and cardiovascular events — elements of aging that once were thought to be entirely physiological AND inevitable.
7 min readIndependence is a foundational principle of our society. Especially in America, we exalt the individual. But as we age, we confront tradeoffs between independence and
9 min readSuccessful aging and dementia don’t typically go together, but lots of us are talking about them. Does having dementia disqualify you from successful aging?
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5 min readIn honor of World Alzheimer’s Day, I’m publishing a list of my favorite books and movies about dementia. They offer realistic as well as hopeful insights for this challenging disease.
7 min readPeople with dementia often express the desire to go home. Increase your understanding of dementia and pleas to go home so you can respond better.
6 min readMidlife loneliness affects over 40% of people in the US. Learn about what causes loneliness, why it matters and how to spot it in yourself or a loved one.
9 min readKnitting isn’t just for grandmas or DIY-obsessed millennials. People at midlife are learning (or re-learning) how to knit. Not only are they enjoying making things with yarn. They’re experiencing health benefits of knitting and other needlework activities.
8 min readAmong many worries as loved ones age is how to pay your parent’s bills remotely. Many of us live across the country and aren’t authorized signers on our parents’ checking accounts. But technology can help you make sure Mom or Dad doesn’t miss a crucial payment.
10 min readPeople ignore early signs of dementia. But an early diagnosis is best. Here are 6 things you can do if you suspect cognitive impairment.
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