Living

With the explosion of aging baby boomers, millions are now contemplating their retirement. But for a sizable number, that could mean living decades beyond their last day of work. Given this stark demographic, is the concept of retirement a flawed idea? According to a new piece in the Harvard Business…

Safety on the road is a serious concern- for both the driver and those who may come into contact with the driver. Chances are that many older drivers may become less adept at navigating the roads, either at certain times of the day or in certain situations. Realizing you may need to…

Prepping for overnight guests is not always a pleasant task- beds need to be made, rooms tidied up, all with the goal of making the place look presentable. But with dollar signs in mind, some seniors have begun making themselves professional hosts- through the room rental website Airbnb. In fact,…

Women of a certain age sometimes feel invisible. Their work life is often undervalued. Their children are grown and independent. Their stories are often absent from popular culture. Yet at the same time women are frequently entering a creative and rich period of their lives after age 60. To capture their…

Some of us have never quite let go of the fantasy of being a rock star and jamming with some of the greatest. For 77 year old Beverly Watkins, that life has been reality. As a pioneering female blues guitar player, Beverly has toured the country with some of the…

Buttoning up your shirt may seem like an elemental part of getting dressed. But for those of us whose fingers fail us more than we’d like, due to age or infirmity, this basic daily activity can be a real source of frustration.  Enter Magna Ready, a new clothing company that’s…