Successful Aging: How can I prevent Alzheimer’s disease?
Q. I recently returned from visiting a friend who is in the memory care section of an assisted living facility. He has Alzheimer’s...
Successful Aging: I don’t have children; where will I live as I get older?
Dear readers, Last week, we discussed some options for S.K., who is in her mid-60’s, lives alone and has no children. She wants to know...
Successful Aging: Remember that there are also positives to getting older
Q. I recently spent the afternoon with my eight-year-old granddaughter who asked, “Grandma, do you know you have a lot of lines on your...
Successful Aging: Ask these questions to help you exercise, get in shape and stay fit
Q. I am a 78-year old man who is somewhat out of shape and a bit overweight. The woman I am seeing is quite fit and has strongly...
Successful Aging: Can’t sleep? Here are some reasons why and tips to help you get needed rest
Q. I am a senior citizen having trouble sleeping, which is new for me. My older friends are complaining of the same thing. Why is this...
Successful Aging: Older Americans Month celebrates physical, mental and emotional well-being
Dear readers, Older adults are taking center stage once again. No, this is not a performance of an older-adult dance troupe, symphony or...