Defining our legacy
In a world that revolves around technology, creating legacy that you can touch and feel can be a challenge. Thinking beyond silver and china, I want to pass on something of real value: what I know how to do.
The fulfilling life of a volunteer
CATCH Healthy Habits has given Mary McFerson new ways to stay active, both physically and in her community.
Betty Swuson gets pumped!
Betty Swuson knew it was time to get moving. Participating in the Get Pumped! program gave her the start she needed.
A lasting impact on topics that matter
Oasis participant Louise Polcari was inspired by the White House Conference on Aging, and played a part in the Conference watch party held at the Washington Metro Oasis.
The secret to driving at age 100
Gerontologist Judi Bonilla offers a planning strategy for determining if you are still up for being in the driver's seat, and a plan for moving forward when you decide to stop driving.
Jumpstart your fitness plan with a personal trainer
September is National Go4Life Month, a perfect time to amp up your physical activity. Need help getting started or changing it up? Here are some tips for finding a personal trainer plus other free or low-cost resources.
Getting older really is getting better
The 2015 White House Conference on Aging was July 13, with opportunities for anyone to participate in the conversation about how getting older is different than it used to be.
Independence Day redefined
This Independence Day many individuals and families are grappling with independence in a different context: the desire to age in place and on one’s own terms. Technology is making that more possible than ever.
With technology and gratitude, Suzanne Tobin navigates life with disabilities
Writer Suzanne Tobin describes how technology and the Americans With Disabilities Act have shaped her “new normal.”
Packing Memories for the Journey
June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, and one of its goals is to bring to those families caring for loved ones with this disease greater awareness of the predicaments and situations they will face.