Successful Aging: Friends for 65 years, these women came together to reconnect
This February, I met once again with two college friends to spend a few days together in Scottsdale, AZ. We have known each other for 65...
What you should know about hospice and end-of-life care
Q. I became aware of hospice when visiting the mother of one of my friends who was terminally ill. The care was compassionate and...
What to do when older people struggle with TV, internet or digital technology
Q. My husband is becoming more forgetful and is having problems managing his computer and even the TV remote. I worry he may compromise...
How to stay open to new experiences and passions as you age
Q. I recently retired as a missionary and hospice leader. My work was my passion. Grandchildren have filled part of that void, but now...
Successful aging: More tips on how to manage stress
This week’s column is the second one to address D.M.’s concern about the impact of stress and ways to manage it. We know that long-term...
Successful Aging: Exploring ways to manage and reduce stress
Q. I am in my 70s and thought that there would be a little less stress at my age. I find myself worrying about the coronavirus and my...