Monthly Archives: July 2013
What Is Nostalgia Good For? Quite a Lot.
“Nostalgia has been shown to counteract loneliness, boredom and anxiety. It makes people more generous to strangers and more tolerant of outsiders. Couples feel closer and look happier when they’re sharing nostalgic memories. On cold days, or in cold rooms, … Continue reading
Aging in Place: Simple Home Modifications Can Help
Sometimes remaining in a well-loved home is important to ensure a senior’s comfortable later years. Home renovations can make that possible and may be more cost effective than a move to an assisted living facility. Two articles offer helpful suggestions: “Aging … Continue reading
Jerrie Thill: Drummer Extraordinaire
On this blog, we don’t usually post about people who’ve passed on, but this video of 91-year-old drummer Jerrie Thill (1917 – 2010) was irresistible. “Thill began playing professionally at 18, working as a drummer, singer and bandleader in Chicago. She … Continue reading
Seniors Get by with a Little Help from Their Friends
Many Boomers are familiar with the communal lifestyle, having come of age during a time when it was popular. In the Boston area today you can find several versions of supportive living: 1. Camelot CoHousing “is an enclave of 34 compact … Continue reading
Worth Repeating: Multi-generational Housing Is Popular Again
“Worth Repeating” is a weekly feature on the EngAGE Blog that will bring you previous posts that we think are still timely, interesting, or just plain fun! From 7/13/12: From Leading Age: “Multigenerational housing is back and it’s gaining popularity, … Continue reading
Sensors Help Monitor Senior Health and Safety at Home
There are many ways that technology can help seniors living alone (and their families) feel more comfortable about their health and safety. The familiar emergency call buttons are just the beginning. “Already, some companies are offering monitoring packages that place … Continue reading
Experience Talks 7/20: Francine Toder, PJ Raval and Ty Martin
Tune in to Experience Talks, our “Radio Magazine for the Experienced Listener.” Saturdays 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time on KPFK 90.7 FM Los Angeles, 98.7 FM Santa Barbara, 99.5 China Lake, 93.7 N. San Diego, streaming live online and now syndicated … Continue reading
