Paula's Blog: A Post-Career Adventure
Autumn Years and Leaving a Legacy
A couple of weeks ago, I reluctantly put aside my short-sleeved shirts and comfortable shorts. It had taken me a while to accept that the
Choosing to Be a Positive Aging Advocate
I am no longer used to getting up in the dark. This morning I got up before 6:00 a.m. to attend a Chamber of Commerce
An Evolving Identity after Retirement
I officially ‘retired’ and left my teaching career ten months ago. I strongly identified with my career and wondered how I would adjust to my
Pet Ownership Can Be Beneficial for Older Adults
Referring to a national poll, Livepast100well.com says that more than half of all adults 50 to 80 share their home with a pet. The majority
Reducing Ageism through Education and Interaction
Can Ageism—Stereotyping or Discrimination Based on Age—Be Reduced? The World Health Organization has made it clear that ageism—stereotyping or discrimination based on age—is one of
Petspeak or Elderspeak: Is There a Difference?
Is there a difference between petspeak and elderspeak? That’s what I was thinking about this week. I had just parked my car in a parking
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