Good blood pressure equals good brain function
Controlling blood pressure is one of the most straight-forward ways of preventing one form of cognitive decline. According to Duke Medicine Health News,…
Author: Allyson Good
Allyson Good curates senior living, health, and family content. She is formerly the Managing Editor of Active Life, a print newspaper published in 2016-2017 for seniors, choosing practical articles on health, money, safety, and everyday living for older readers. She is also an avid gardener and offers up Garden Hints and Tips on a regular basis.
These seniors make major contributions after retirement
You probably know people who retired then spent their lives working on special projects. Some people take up art, some do free consulting, others change…
Switch jobs in your 50s for a longer career, study says
Switching jobs late in life might be the key to a longer career, according to Boston College’s Center for Retirement Research. But the key is switching…
Is it better to buy or rent a home in retirement?
The kids are gone, the house is paid for, and you are ready for retirement. The question is whether keeping the house is the best idea. According to USA…
Passing on prized possessions is a tricky affair
A will is not always the way – Passing on prized possessions is a tricky affair You might think that handing down family heirlooms is a problem for the…
Knee replacements not for everyone
In older adults, cartilage in the knee joint can wear away, causing pain and limited movement. A new study shows that, for the most serious cases of…
Elder law attorneys help families navigate legal maze, preserve assets
With people living longer than ever, end of life planning today is not just the question of ‘what happens when I die?, ; it also concerns itself with a…
Ask the Elder Law expert: Should you give your children gifts of money?
Ask the Elder Law expert: Dennis Toman Should you give your children gifts of money? Often, people ask whether to make gifts to children. My advice is to…
Loneliness is a warning system
For years, scientists thought loneliness was a feeling with no redeeming value, but today they are changing their opinions about this. During the last…