Books

For many of us, turning to a good book can bring comfort when times are tough and wisdom when confusion is rampant. And as we get older, none of us knows precisely what will happen to our bodies or minds. While we may have been at the side of loved…

While you may think rampant ageism and sexism hold back older women in today’s world, be thankful you weren’t living in the 19th century, when women giving speeches were considered harlots, and the only reason Elizabeth Cady Stanton made her mark was that no one bothered to take a “grandmotherly”…

You may no longer be sitting at the beach or pool but may still be on the prowl for your next good read. The list of newly published books out this fall is growing daily and the recommendations are enticing. For a hint of what’s coming, pull out your reading…

Food writer Craig Claiborne once said, “Cooking is at once child’s play and adult joy. And cooking done with care is an act of love.” For many older adults, cooking is their connection to family traditions, to social engagement and to sharing love and affection with those in their lives….

Whether you’ve waived the white flag and surrendered to the need to declutter, or you face the daunting task of cleaning out the home of a deceased loved one, you likely face the difficult challenge of sorting through decades of possessions. While some of these items may have significant monetary…

While your image of a start-up entrepreneur might be a young millennial in Silicon Valley, in fact, there’s much to be said for an older, more experienced hand venturing into the marketplace. With the steadiness and maturity that comes from decades of experiential wisdom, older entrepreneurs may have keen insights,…