Help Yourself: Supports And Resources For Family Caregivers
November 28, 2018
As November comes to a close, it’s important that we remember that it’s National Family Caregiving Month, a moment when it’s critical to recognize the enormous time, effort and sacrifice that millions devote every day to taking care of loved ones. It’s also important to recognize that no matter…
Sara Berman’s Daughter: Illustrator Maira Kalman Recreates Her Mother’s World
November 7, 2018
You may be familiar with her work through her wonderful children’s books or perhaps you laughed when you saw her famous New Yorker cover called “New Yorkistan.” However you know her, you know that Maira Kalman is an enormously talented and whimsical writer, illustrator, artist, and designer. Now 69 years…
Pitch In: What’s The Right Volunteer Opportunity For You
November 7, 2018
If you’re lucky enough to have some extra time on your hands, it’s likely you’ve thought about volunteering- not only do others reap the benefit of your support but you’re likely to experience some positive benefits yourself. The question then becomes how to find the volunteer experience best suited for…
Cast Your Vote: Issues Of Concern To Older Voters
October 31, 2018
Unless you’re living under a rock you know that next Tuesday will be one of the most contentious mid-term elections in recent history. And while you may be getting confused about what issues are of most concern to voters- no, it’s not the “caravan”- you probably won’t be surprised to…
Still In Love: Lessons From Older Couples
October 31, 2018
While you may be tempted to call them “cute,” it’s likely older couples in long-lasting marriages have worked long and hard to sustain and maintain their relationships- and being cute has had nothing to do with it. Recent statistics suggest that 40-50% of all US marriages end in divorce and…
The Lady Does Protest: The Relevance Of Joan Baez At Age 77
October 24, 2018
It’s hard to conjure up an image of the 60s and the political and social turmoil of that time without thinking about the prominent protestors of that day, including the singer Joan Baez. Whether performing with Bob Dylan or singing at the March on Washington or at Woodstock, Baez was…