Living

If you’ve had a brush with serious illness, or even death, you’ve probably given some thought as to what you want the end of your own life to be like. Maybe you have some long-held dreams you want to pursue before the end arrives, or maybe you have some strong…

Long time readers of the agebuzz newsletter may remember Betty Reid Soskin from the Aug. 25th, 2016 post that described her life as the oldest park ranger in history. Well, almost two years later, Betty continues to make history. She was recently interviewed at the 2018 Makers Conference, a gathering devoted…

With Valentine’s Day, our thoughts often turn to romance and love. But for some sinister prowlers, professing love and affection may just be a way to prey on the vulnerable, and seniors are frequently the target of such “sweetheart scams.” Especially for seniors who are active online, and who may…

Given the new tax law just implemented by Washington, now may be the time, for those of you lucky enough to have substantial assets, to check in with your estate planner to see if any changes are warranted. Next Avenue has a helpful list of questions to ask as you…

When Friday evenings roll around, and observant Jews begin the sabbath prayers, it’s usually a time for faith, food and community. For one particular group of senior Jews, it’s also a time for the fast food chain Wendy’s. Known for its square hamburgers and tasty chili, Wendy’s has also become a…

For many of us, watching this year’s Olympics will be thrilling and perhaps even motivating. Who doesn’t wonder what it feels like to go speeding down a mountain or flying through the air when you watch the Winter Olympics? While your “flying” days may be behind you, you can still…