Archive for January, 2009

Caregiving Guilt: What Is It? »

Caregiving guilt- what exactly is it? Is it okay to have caregiving guilt? What if you feel guilty all the time?

When It’s Time to Take the Car Keys Away »

Taking the keys away from your aging parents is a touchy subject.

Have we been avoiding it for too long?

Brain Fitness Is Catching On »

Brain fitness, or brain aerobics, is catching on with seniors. We follow one class at the Walter Reed Senior Center in Arlington, VA . The seniors play mind and memory games designed to keep their brains healthy and active. But brain aerobics have their critics.  Some claim there is very little evidence brain fitness helps [...]

How to Age Well from a 95-Year Old »

How can we age well with good relationships in our old age? Here’s the secret from a successful 95-year old.

Obesity Caused by a Germ? »

Obesity can be caused by a germ, according to a new study, which means there are a lot of people suffering shame who are not at fault for being fat.