A new Los Angeles County program that uses electronic bracelets to find missing people with dementia or autism was launched partly in response to the death of Nancy Paulikas, a 55-year-old woman with Alzheimer’s disease who wandered away from her husband during a visit to a museum. Read more
May is National Stroke Awareness Month. Here’s what you can do to help prevent strokes or cope with their effects. Read more
I have heard that the VA has a benefit that can help veterans and spouses with long-term care costs. We recently had to move my 86-year-old father — who served in the Army nearly 60 years ago — into an assisted living facility, and my mom isn’t far behind. Can the VA help? — Seeking Aid Read more
Spirituality can be defined in as many ways as there are people on this earth, and it comes through all forms of expression. Read more
Think about last week or last month. Can you remember anything good and memorable about it or is it somewhat of a blur? Read more
Every morning on her way to school, Hwang Wol-geum, a first grader, rides the same yellow bus as three of her family members: One is a kindergartner, another a third grader, and the other a fifth grader. Read more
The U.S. Census Bureau is in the process of recruiting thousands of workers for temporary jobs to help collect valuable data for the 2020 census, and retirees are ideal candidates. Can you write a column to get the word out? Thanks for your help! — Census Recruiter Read more
Baby boomers Blake and Karen Yafuso have hiked Machu Picchu, snorkeled in the Galapagos Islands and rafted whitewater rapids in Washington state. Read more
An 84-year-old pole vaulter isn’t putting her pole down anytime soon. Read more
My son is getting his Ph.D. next month and I would like to fly my parents in from across the country for his graduation, but I have some concerns about the flights. Read more
Instead of feeling disappointed when things don’t go your way, focus on the blessings in your life and trust that something bigger is in store. Read more
llan Gallup, a retired lawyer and businessman, grew increasingly forgetful in his last few years. Read more
Does an older friend or relative have a hard time hanging up on telemarketers? Or get excited about a “You’ve won a prize” voicemail? Read more
Engaging with others is gratifying for all parties involved. Read more
What’s the best, environmentally safe way to dispose of old and unused medications? My mother has a medicine cabinet chock-full of pills, some of which haven’t been touched in 25 years, and I’d like to clean it out for her. — Protective Daughter Read more
The patient moved into a large assisted living facility in Raleigh, N.C., in 2003. She was younger than most residents, just 73, but her daughter thought it a safer option than remaining in her own home. Read more
Thirsty for learning and inspired by a love of history and geography, Karen Morgan, 66, a stay-at-home wife, mother and grandmother, began auditing courses in her favorite subjects for free at Tyler Junior College. Read more
What can you tell me about three-wheeled bicycles? I’m 65 years old and would like to start cycling again, but I have some occasional balance problems and don’t trust myself on a two-wheeler. What can you recommend? — Ready to Ride Read more
Being aware of your attitude can result in far-reaching rewards. Read more
Before she could start breast cancer treatment, Nancy Simpson had to walk in a straight line, count backward from 20 and repeat a silly phrase. Read more
Learn how you or your loved ones can qualify for the Social Security Income program. Read more
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