Turning 100: What living longer means to an aging population
Q. I recently have read a lot about living to be 100. It seems that it’s close to becoming a reality. It sounds good but I have some...
Does having a pet help those with Alzheimer’s disease? Let’s take a look
Q. My wife is in the mid-stages of Alzheimer’s disease. Unfortunately, her memory continues to decline and she slowly is becoming...
Successful Aging: In your 80s and still working? You aren’t alone
Q. I am an 80-year-old financial consultant and continue to work. Fortunately, my clients are pleased with my services. I am curious, are...
Successful Aging: Why acts of kindness help us all
This week’s column focuses on one word: Kindness. I had the opportunity to co-facilitate several discussion groups with mid-to-later-life...
Why square dancing offers potential benefits for older people
Q. Do you have any information or opinions on how square dancing affects aging? L.D. Indeed, there is a body of research that examines...
Successful Aging: More fresh perspectives on longevity
Last week, we presented some new perspectives on longevity based on the work of Laura Carstensen, director of the Stanford Center on...