Caregiving
Thinking about hiring a private caregiver for a loved one? Read this first
Good private caregivers are out there. Here's how to avoid hiring the wrong person.
October 21, 2019
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The things you hear when you show up early
I haven’t seen many advantages to my current age, but the other night gave me a new perspective.
October 17, 2019
Sex
4 ways to deal with erectile dysfunction after prostate surgery
There are several paths to resuming a satisfying sex life.
October 16, 2019
Caregiving
7 things your TV meteorologist wants to tell you, but can’t
Get to know the people who make sure we’re ready for whatever nature can throw at us.
October 16, 2019
Caregiving
Care Corps: The U.S. is establishing a Peace Corps of caregivers
The National Volunteer Care Corps will mobilize volunteers to help older adults across the country age in place.
October 16, 2019
Death
Would you have your body composted as an environmentally friendly burial alternative?
This year Washington became the first state to legalize human composting.
October 15, 2019
Need a Halloween costume idea? These classics never go out of style
Here's how they became classics in the first place.
October 15, 2019
Caregiving
The 6 worst things to say to a family caregiver
Especially during the holidays, you might just want to zip it
October 13, 2019
Community
5 breathing techniques to alleviate stress
A healthy way to respond to unpleasant thoughts and sensations.
October 12, 2019
Holidays
10 ways Halloween has changed since you were a kid
Some for the better, some for the worse.
October 11, 2019
Community
I no longer remember how to make friends
My search is for a fully enriched life, not one that resembles a camp schedule that someone else plans for me.
October 11, 2019
Family
9 things you shouldn’t say to your grandkids
They may seem harmless, but experts say these comments can do a lot of damage.
October 10, 2019
Caregiving
Hey Stevie: the joke-telling, caregiving robot that wants to work the night shift
The U.S. is facing a major shortfall in paid care workers. Can socially assistive robots fill the gap?
October 9, 2019
Family
The creative ways other languages handle grandparent names
It’s a special bond, and humans have found ingenious ways to highlight its importance linguistically.
October 7, 2019
Empty Nest
The unexpected sound of empty nest syndrome
I didn't expect the silence to be so loud.
October 7, 2019
Dating
How divorced daters can better market themselves for love
Online dating can feel daunting. But having someone guide you through the process can make it feel less scary.
October 5, 2019
Holidays
Terrify your neighbors with these digital Halloween decorations
Halloween decorations have come a long way from a simple carved pumpkin on the porch.
October 4, 2019
Family
This grandpa spent a decade building 10 violins for his 10 grandkids
He always wanted to do something special for his grandchildren — then he had 10 of them.
September 29, 2019
Caregiving
Relocating your parents: 5 mistakes to avoid and 5 ways to help
For adult children still working, sometimes the only feasible solution is moving the parents closer to you.
September 28, 2019