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A lovely way to nurture a friendship.

95-Year-Old Friends Have Exchanged the Same Birthday Card Back and Forth for 81 Years “We never said, ‘We’re going to do this.’ At least, I don’t remember ever saying that. It just happened.”

The practice of gratitude brings a fullness to life at any age.

Scientists and Psychologists Agree That Life Gets Better Once You Start Practicing Gratitude “The best part is that it doesn’t depend on age. It can start today!”

Wishing you a good Memorial Day!

There are some things that sudden caregivers can do to "get up to speed" more quickly. This article offers some good resources.

How Family Members Can Cope with Sudden Caregiving Training and preparation for future medical issues can help caregivers regain some control

Hopefully, more work will be done on this topic, and what kind of impact it has on family and caregiving situations. It seems that while you can be applauded for staying active, you also are supposed to "act your age."

Our Perceptions of Older Adults Who Do Not Act Their Age Ageism is an important topic right now, but are older adults who do not act their age seen positively or negatively? A new study investigated.

This is a very important development for those on Medicare.

NCOA Applauds U.S. Supreme Court for Drug Price Negotiations Ruling The ruling helps keep drug prices affordable for older adults on Medicare.

What you should know about age and sleeping.

How Much Sleep Do I Need? A good night’s sleep is just as important now as it was when we were younger. Yet certain age-related changes to our circadian rhythm and our health can get in the way. We compiled some stats and facts to help you understand your own sleep status and how to improve it.

As the author says, "Money changes everything."

Pros and Cons of Receiving Pay as a Family Caregiver Money changes everything, including relationships with siblings and other members of a care team

If you are planning on working after retirement, it is best that you start doing your research early on.

Planning to work in retirement? Don't count on it Most Americans expect to keep working in retirement. Few retirees actually work.

Happy Mother's Day from Senior Sidekicks!