Why hearing loss is normal, but it still needs to be checked out
My 78-year-old husband has a problem that is becoming my problem. He is hard of hearing and will not consider hearing aids. I am tired of...
What we know about living to 100 and what we are still learning
We all want to be mentally sharp, physically fit, financially secure and live a life with a sense of belonging, purpose and worth. Q. I...
Successful Aging: Are aches and pains just part of getting older?
Q. As I lie here on the floor exercising due to an attack of very painful sciatica, I am fuming that my daughter-in-law says I should...
Successful Aging: How to prevent falls and injury as we get older by assessing risks
My husband of 48 years and I are home most of the time during the pandemic. We are both in our mid-70s. While spending increased time...
He has Alzheimer’s disease but she refuses to accept help caring for him: What is there to do?
Q. My father-in-law, who suffers from Alzheimer’s disease, needs care and can do little for himself. My mother-in-law who is 82 years old...
More reader insight as Successful Aging celebrates 900 columns and 19 years
Dear readers. This week is a continuation of my 19th annual anniversary column describing what I have learned from our readers this past...