As his death is met with grief, we remember his wisdom. [Photo credit: hawking.org.uk]
As the passing of renowned physicist and public intellectual Stephen Hawking is met with grief and remembrance the world over, Next Avenue wanted to honor the man who educated the world on a host of issues by sharing
Playing a game at an assisted living facility opened up connections [Photo credit: Adobe Stock]
My friend runs an assisted living residence not far from where I live. When she called to say she had a mitzvah (a good deed) for me that was “right up my alley,” I was wary, to put it mildly. She explained
Deploy a little patience this holiday season [Photo credit: Adobe Stock]
(Editor’s note: This essay is the latest in a series from author and speaker Ken Druck, based on work in his book Courageous
These tips can help avoid resentment and friction at family gatherings. [Photo credit: Thinkstock]
Our expectations of family members and a desire to have a heartwarming, joyful time with them seem to peak during holiday gatherings. Yet that’s precisely when relatives can be at their worst, replaying old grievances
You can do more than you may think – but planning is essential. [Photo credit: Thinkstock]
Jackie Witt always feels a little anxious before she travels. The 31-year-old can barely climb steps, finds walking long distances difficult, and can’t lift more than five pounds.
Witt, who has visited
You can’t control Mother Nature, but certain precautions are important. [Photo credit: Thinkstock]
Lately, it seems our headlines have been filled with stories about Mother Nature wreaking havoc on our surroundings. From horrible flooding to fast-spreading wildfires to monster hurricanes, weather and the damage
One mother reflects on whether she’s partly to blame. (Photo credit: iStock)
The truth is — I am estranged from my two adult sons.
The truth is — I love my sons and I miss them every day.
The truth is — I can’t understand how in the world this has happened.
The truth is — saying you love them and miss them is not enough.
Music therapy has been around for a long time, but only recently became a recognized medical discipline with board certification. [Photo credit: Adobe Stock]
If music hath charms to soothe the savage breast, then playing music hath charms to heal the savage breast, or, more appropriately, the damaged lungs.
This is what Tom Zoe of Austin, Texas believes. So he helped create a program at Seton Medical Center
Where to look for learning opportunities [Photo credit: Adobe Stock]
Lunchbox? Check. Backpack? Check. New outfit for the first day? Check.
So you’ve helped get a grandchild or other youngster ready to go back to school. But what about you? Staying mentally active after 50 stimulates neural networks, increases knowledge,
“Future tech will increase older people’s independence and help relieve the health services,” says Naomi Climer. [Photo credit: Getty Images]
If the tech-prognosticators are to be believed, the correct answer
