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...
Missing out on family traditions is one more downside of the pandemic
This holiday time is particularly difficult for my husband and me. We love family traditions and the pandemic has robbed us from them....
Successful Aging: How these lifestyle changes can influence how you age
Dear readers, This week’s column is a continuation of an interview I did for the radio show, “Living to 100 Club,” designed to help older...
Successful Aging: How these vital women are managing social distance
Q. As a 73-year old healthy retired widow, I am having trouble with another transition just when I had the “retirement piece” all worked...
Successful Aging: What does the job market look like for older Americans?
Q. I understand the employment rate for those in my age bracket – the 55 and older — is just 2.7 percent compared to 3.7 percent for the...
Successful Aging: I’m over 80 years old and concerned about falling. What should I do? How do you k
Q. I recently hurt my back and am unsteady on my feet. My husband continues to work away from the house, as do I when I can. I am...