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June 1, 2025 — Aging means accepting changes in our bodies. Sometimes changes happen quickly, due to an illness or accident. People can become disabled at any age, for a variety of reasons. But sometimes these changes happen gradually, making it difficult to recognize when extra support could improve daily life by assisting mobility and decreasing chronic pain. Some... Read More
May 15, 2025 — It sure seems like a lot more things require us to enter our phone numbers—ordering a pizza, making a doctor’s appointment, or even signing up for a yoga class. So it’s not surprising when our phone numbers end up being used in fraudulent schemes. If you’ve noticed an increase in strange text messages claiming you’ve... Read More
May 1, 2025 — Have you ever considered donating your body to science? While it may not be a common topic of conversation, whole-body donation plays an important role in research and education. Whole-body donations help inform many fields of science, from health sciences to criminal justice investigations. Sometimes, scientists in one field will find valuable knowledge that goes... Read More
April 16, 2025 — Older adults are prime targets for financial fraud. According to the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), roughly $3.4 billion in total fraud losses were reported by Americans over age 60 in 2023, up 11% from 2022. The average loss per case was nearly $34,000. Scammers often prey on older adults due to their accumulated... Read More
April 2, 2025 — As our loved ones age, they deserve respect, dignity, and care. Unfortunately, elder abuse is a serious and often hidden issue affecting millions of older adults. Shockingly, 1 in 10 adults over age 60 experience some form of abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation. This mistreatment can happen anywhere—at home, in a family member’s residence, in... Read More
March 17, 2025 — In today’s digital age, our lives are increasingly intertwined with online content, subscriptions, and memberships. From cherished family photos stored in the cloud to active social media accounts and streaming subscriptions, digital assets are valuable and require thoughtful planning. This is a personal planning question previous generations didn’t have to worry about: What will happen... Read More
March 3, 2025 — Caregiving is one of the most important and rewarding roles a person can take on, but it’s also one of the most stressful. Whether you’re caring for an aging parent, a child with special needs, or a spouse facing illness, the daily responsibilities can feel overwhelming. Balancing caregiving duties with work, family, and self-care is... Read More
February 15, 2025 — The new year is often a time to reflect on our lives and think about what we want in the future. This process often includes setting some goals for the coming year. Setting goals is more than just a productivity buzzword—it taps into how our brains are wired to thrive. According to Edwin Locke and... Read More
February 1, 2025 — We’re constantly learning new things about aging, and 2024 was a big year for it. Scientists made some exciting breakthroughs, showing just how complex aging really is and pointing to new ways we can help people live healthier, longer lives. Here are some of the things we learned in 2024: We are aging in “bursts”... Read More
January 16, 2025 — If you’re ever skipped out on sleep, you know why it’s important. Sleep that is too short, too interrupted, or too light can cause many different symptoms that will affect your day. Not getting adequate sleep can cause short term issues like mental cloudiness, moodiness, and grogginess. For those that suffer from disordered sleep (starting... Read More