At 74, venture capitalist George Sarlo might not have seemed an obvious candidate for an ayahuasca experience. Sarlo, a Hungarian Jewish immigrant who arrived in the United States in 1956, has had great professional success as the co-founder of Walden Venture Capital. He lives in an upscale San Francisco neighborhood, in a large house with an unobstructed view of the Golden Gate Bridge Read more
Dear Savvy Senior: A couple months back I read that the IRS will be offering a new senior- friendly tax form this tax season that will be easier to use. What can you tell me about this? — Paper Filer Read more
One of the foundations of aging well is to be mindful of your mindset with the ultimate goal being to transform how you really feel about growing older. Read more
As the year comes to a close, it’s natural to reflect on what transpired in the past year. Read more
I feel sad around the holidays because I can’t stop thinking about how things were before my loved one developed Alzheimer’s disease. Read more
To what extent, the researchers asked middle-age adults, do your parents ignore suggestions or advice that would make their lives easier or safer? Read more
The brown sugar bubbled in the pan. The marinated goat meat sizzled when added. Spoonfuls of olives and capers were heaped into the mixture. Then Altagracia Alvino, who can make this dish with her eyes closed, froze. Read more
Dear Savvy Senior: I’ve read that people with heart problems need to be extra careful during the winter months because heart attacks are much more common. Why is this? — Cautious Senior Read more
As we move into the last month of the year and soon into a new decade, I invite you to look around your home or office and ask yourself whether you really need all the things that you have. Read more
Just over 1,000 miles off the coast of Australia lies New Caledonia, an island archipelago where the waters teem with life. Read more
Last summer a handsome man kept proposing to me over and over again. “I really like you, and I want to move this relationship along. Read more
If you don’t like the view, change your lens. That’s what Brad Ryan did after he finished years of higher education only to find out that becoming a veterinarian wasn’t the “end all, be all” he thought it would be. Read more
Dear Savvy Senior: How do I go about changing or canceling a person’s social media accounts when they die? My sister died several months ago, and her social media accounts are still active. — Inquiring Sister Read more
This Saturday is the winter solstice. The solstice is the longest night of the year and astronomically marks the beginning of longer days and shorter nights. Read more
People have a hard time believing me when I say that I didn’t always look at life the way I do now. I literally used to blame, complain and sulk constantly because I perceived that life was not only hard, it was unfair. Read more
Dear Savvy Senior: How do I go about appealing Medicare when they won’t pay for something that they covered in the past? — Rejected Rhonda Read more
For many women, sex after menopause is not as satisfying as it used to be. But is menopause entirely to blame? Read more
I turned 45 in October, which is by itself a gift. Read more
Dear Savvy Senior: Can you recommend any resources that provide free or low-cost legal services to seniors? I’m 68 and need some professional legal assistance but have limited funds. — Need Help Read more
In the old days wellness was as simple as sleeping well, exercising regularly and maintaining a healthy weight. Read more
Some of the terms and acronyms (an abbreviation of the first letters of words in a phrase) people use when they talk about Social Security can be a little confusing. We’re here to help you understand all you need to know. Read more
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