Why the ‘Good Death’ is having its moment: Candid conversations are reshaping life’s end
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From death doulas to death cafés, people are finding new ways to face mortality with openness.
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Stanford longevity panel highlights need for lifelong learning to support longer work lives
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With average life expectancy having increased by 30 years over the last century, people need to think differently about work.Featured in Category
Vaccines are helping older people more than we knew
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Evidence suggests shots for shingles and other conditions do good things beyond preventing the diseases they were designed to avert.Around Town
Local with Lisa | Senior Sidekick
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[SPONSORED VIDEO] Meet Anne Callahan and Mary Cutler of Senior Sidekick, which provides compassionate care and companionship to local seniors.Health Matters
Older Americans quit weight-loss drugs in droves
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Loss of coverage, gastrointestinal problems, and decreased muscle mass are all factors in the trend.Around Town
Sunday, Nov. 16: Find your new passion at the Piedmont Adult Recreation Expo
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Explore the wealth of recreational, cultural, educational, and civic activity opportunities our small city has to offer.Featured in Category
Don’t pass the Buck: Institute studying science of aging offers free guided tours
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The institute is considered one of the nation’s top aging research centers.Around Town
Piedmont Profile | Anne Callahan offers older residents a boutique caregiving service
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"Senior Sidekick" helps with errands, meal prep, technology lessons, pet care, group outings, prescription management and more.Around Town
Registration for PRD fall classes, activities now open
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The Fall Activity Guide is jam-packed with classes, events, and holiday break camps.health
Keeping seniors in the swim — Gym membership a big Medicare benefit, for now
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Eligible seniors can take advantage of the SilverSneakers benefit -- and access community fitness centers (and pools) nationwide.climate change
