Successful Aging: If I believe my friend is driving with dementia, should I speak up?
Q. I recently traveled with a friend to Alaska and noticed she seemed a bit confused. Shortly after arriving home, we made some social...
Successful Aging: Through 17 years and nearly 850 columns, here’s what we’ve been talking about
Dear readers, Each October I write an anniversary column that reflects some of what I have learned from our readers during this past...
Successful Aging: 17 years ago I received a call, and then this all began
Dear readers, Each October, I write an anniversary column to reflect what I have learned from readers during this past year. It’s now...
Successful Aging: What happens when one partner retires and the other keeps working
Q. I am a real estate appraiser and recently married a retired man who also is widowed. I plan to continue working and do much of my work...
Successful Aging: Avoiding falls is an important part of staying healthy
Q. Recently two of my friends in their late 70’s fell outside their home – one on a waxed floor at a theater; the other tripping over the...
Successful Aging: Does age reduce our creativity – or enhance it?
Q. Please settle an argument for me. My husband insists that we get less creative as we get older. I say no – that age has nothing to do...