Last month, I attended a meeting for creating a dementia friendly community for Pierce County, Washington. At this event, I met two wonderful people who kindly shared their experiences as a married couple facing a diagnosis of dementia. This is a two-part blog to share their stories. read more

Every July, Iowa hosts the longest and oldest recreational bike riding tradition in the world called the Des Moines Register's Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa (RAGBRAI). What is so great about RAGBRAI is that the relaxed environment gives the chance for people of all ages to participate, even seniors! read more

Suicide is a dismal topic to discuss, but remains an important subject to be aware of as it is the tenth leading cause of death in the United States. Of these deaths, Americans aged 65 years and older make up 20 percent of all suicide deaths and only account for 13 percent of the American population. read more

The healthcare world is rife with confusing lingo; understanding the different approaches to healthcare options can be crucial in determining the best actions moving forward. Three key avenues in treating an issue can be traditional, complementary, or alternative approaches. Here's what you need to know about each. read more

Reading literature together with others is a great way to become involved in your senior living community as well as a way to reach out and make new friends. Here are some ideas on how to keep your book club running efficiently and how to choose themes for book choices. read more