My grandchild is graduating… What in the world can I give them?

Years ago, it used to be a fancy pen and pencil set. Maybe a watch or a briefcase. We surely are in a different time and age. Things change. What do you have or what can you create that only you can …

The Opposite of Unbalanced is… (spoiler alert) Balanced.

We all know what it feels like to be “off kilter, out of sorts, upside down, or inside out.” Sometimes it lasts a day, a weekend, and that’s enough for me. The longer I am …

Charlie Davis Delights at MBTS Golden Age Club

The Manchester Golden Age Club was honored to welcome Charlie Davis, the celebrated star of the TV series Survivor 46, as our guest speaker on April 12, 2025. His appearance on Survivor placed …

Too Much Stuff!

Let me start with an orienting idea about the things—all “the stuff”— we live with and surround us every day. Attachment = connection. From their hands to ours: It’s why we wear our It’s why we wear our mothers’ jewelry …

Where has my “joie de vivre” gone… and HOW do I get it back?

Isn’t this the million-dollar question that every radio and TV talk show dabbles in? The Reels, posts, TikTok, Facebook - you name it. Behavioral experts and influencers alike are …

What Exactly is Hospice Care?

What exactly is "hospice care?" Good question. In my 40 years of nursing practice on Boston's North Shore, I have spent most of that time in homecare and hospice. Prior to the advent of Aberdeen Home …

“My memory ain’t what it used to be.”

A familiar sentiment across the board for those of us in a certain age group. What is considered “normal,” and what should I be concerned about? The Million Dollar Question. …

The Bleak Mid-Winter

Our early winter celebrations have come and gone. We’ve opened our homes and extended hospitality from simple to lavish. Hopefully, as we celebrated, we affirmed our connections with …

What’s Your 2025 Resolution?

A fter decades of making and swiftly breaking resolutions to eat better, move more, and procrastinate less, let’s take a different approach this year. Many who care for an aging loved one …

My Father-In-Law Has Terminal Cancer. What Do We Tell the Grandchildren?

Yikes! The good news here, if there is any, is that the word “cancer” does not need to strike the terror in us that it used to. Many forms are, of course, very treatable, and across the spectrum …

My Father-In-Law Has Terminal Cancer. What Do We Tell the Grandchildren?

Yikes. The good news here, if there is any, is that the word “cancer” does not need to strike the terror in us that it used to. Many forms are, of course, very treatable, and …

Mom and Dad clearly need help at home…and they say, “NO WAY.” Help!!

Well … You are not alone. Anecdotally, I can confidently report that 80-90% of clients coming onto service for care with Aberdeen were initially very resistant and insisted that they did not have …

SENIOR HIGHLIGHTS | September 20

There is a lot set to happen with the Council on Aging (COA) in the coming weeks. Check them out here, and for on any of these great trips or to reserve your seat on the van, please …

Elderly woman at home using a walking cane to get down the stairs

Let’s All Have a Fall-Free Season

As we transition from summer to fall and then into the colder months of winter, it's not just the leaves that change—our bodies experience shifts in sleep cycles, mood, metabolism, and brain …

Self-Care Means …. What Exactly?

Commonly, “self-care” gives the vibe of a luxury spa where one is spoiled and pampered. This sounds great, but it is not what I propose we consider here. Those of us of a …

Longevity Bench Project board member Jane Metrano at the organizations birthday celebration this summer, which featured an amazing cake of the entire Bench Project map.

Final Four Walks in Longevity Bench Challenge

Come participate in the Bench Walk Challenge for the final four walks from August 31 to October 9. The Longevity Bench Project members and walk leaders encourage individuals, …

Our daughter's wedding is next month…it will break her heart if my Dad can’t go.

As August approaches, our family is filled with excitement and anticipation for our daughter's upcoming wedding. It's a milestone event, a celebration of love and unity that we have been …

Savvy Seniors: 6 Expert Tips To Stay Safe From Scams

(BPT) - No one wants to believe they would fall for a scam, but it can happen to anyone, no matter your age. Older adults can be especially vulnerable as they are commonly targeted by scammers. In …

Stay Sharp, Shop Smart: Tips to Save on Your Shopping

(BPT) - According to a 2025 AARP survey, 73% of adults said that they were worried about rising prices, which was unchanged from the findings over the past two years of the survey. The current …

Older adults have large digital archives that can be hard to access after their deaths.

Do you know how to prepare for your digital life after death? CU Boulder’s student-run clinic has some advice

End-of-life planning today includes making sure your loved ones have access to digital photos, email archives and social media accounts.

3 Ways to Help Older Adults Combat Loneliness

(Family Features) As people age, many lose loved ones, find their mobility diminished and see social circles shrink. All of this can contribute to feelings of loneliness

How to protect your assets from nursing home costs

LegalZoom explains that by familiarizing yourself with the law, you can learn how to protect assets from a nursing home and create a stable future for yourself and your loved ones.

Concerns about mental health medication side effects remain a barrier to getting help for those diagnosed with depression and anxiety

(BPT) - Lisa Roberts has raised a family, reached an impressively high level in her career, and been an anchor for her mother and other family members. Suddenly, within a very short period, her …

Preventing Shingles: A Local Pharmacist on the Importance of Getting Vaccinated

(BPT) - When individuals reach age 50, their risk of developing shingles increases, making it more important than ever to understand this painful condition and how to help prevent. …

Why do cuts to Medicaid matter for Americans over 65? 2 experts on aging explain why lives are at stake

Medicaid provides health insurance coverage for more than 82 million Americans.

When people over 65 lose Medicaid coverage, they stop seeing their doctors for preventive care due to high costs. This in turn leads to worse health outcomes and higher health care costs.

Health Hack: How Travel Can Transform Your Physical and Mental Well-Being

(BPT) - Getting older is a gift, one that can bring joy, wisdom and the opportunity to enjoy life's next chapter. While it can naturally also be associated with health challenges, new research has …

From Caregiver to Advocate: Barbara Corcoran's Experience with Agitation in Alzheimer’s Dementia

(BPT) - Nearly 50% of people living with Alzheimer's disease show signs of a separate but related condition called agitation in Alzheimer's dementia. However, many people caring for a loved one …

How to manage arthritis pain and improve mobility

(BPT) - Did you know the leading cause of disability in the U.S. is arthritis? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), arthritis affects more than 54 million Americans, and …

What do you know about menopause and perimenopause?

(BPT) - Did you know women spend over 30% of their lives in a menopausal state? While menopause and the transitional period before it, called perimenopause, are important milestones in a woman's life …

Medicare Part B Now Covers Virtual Care — Here's Why That Matters for You

(BPT) - For millions of Americans with Medicare Part B coverage, virtual healthcare offers a convenient alternative to traditional in-person visits.While Medicare provides essential coverage for …

This is how advance care planning brings peace of mind

(BPT) - You can probably imagine how important it is for someone with a serious illness to have an advance care directive — instructions about their wishes in the event they're unable to …

New Caregiving App for Alzheimer's: Elevmi

(BPT) - Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's can be overwhelming. Nearly 70% of family caregivers say that coordinating care is stressful, and two-thirds struggle to find information to support …

Cel-e-brate Good Deals: Tips to Get Ahead of Celebration Season

(BPT) - Every year, consumers spend a lot of money during "celebration season," which kicks off on Mother's Day, quickly followed by Father's Day, graduations, school parties and activities, with …

New volunteers get trained in Lexington, Ky., to help out at CASA of Lexington in April 2023.

Want to stay healthier and fulfilled later in life? Try volunteering

It often brings an instant boost in mood − along with a deeper sense of meaning and purpose.

A More Convenient Way to Get Screened for Colon Cancer

(BPT) - Guardant HealthDid you know colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the most treatable forms of cancer when it's caught in its early stages, yet one in three American adults are not up to date with …

Preparing for retirement? 6 expert tips for your health and finances

(BPT) - Retirement is a major transition in your life. While it can be an exciting chapter you may have long looked forward to, the key to making the most of your retirement is proper planning.From …