Silver Threads

Humor and seriousness blend well in AARP’s July issue featuring Steve Martin, and offerings by David Hasselhoff, Mary Steenburgen, Alan Alda and laughing yoga

AARP’s Barry Jacobs presents information on the caregiving issues of family discord, abuse, guilt, humor, and mental health.

Articles from AARP and Market Watch offer a unique personal finance forecast for Americans over 50, and money management for boomer women and elders who might become too old to manage finances.

A March Fast Company magazine article reimagines age-friendly cities, communities, companies and culture with a focus on intergenerational compatibility and aging-in-place.

Articles from several sources highlight elders who volunteer in Red Cross, cancer support groups, voter registration, work with children and other elders and in the new area of micro-volunteering at Help from Home.

55+ magazine profiles Deborah Hughes, president of the National Susan B, Anthony Museum & House and celebrates the 100 th anniversary of suffrage for women in New York state.

AARP CEO Jo Ann Jenkins lays out her plan to “Disrupt Aging”, living well at 50, 60, 70 and beyond in several articles focusing on health, wealth and self.

Articles from Harvard Health and NPR explain hospital delirium and sun-downing, occurrences of hospital patients suddenly become confused and disoriented and often hallucinate.

Consumer Reports’ article At the Wheel Over 65, Driving Safer, Driving Longer offers the latest research and innovation to meet the needs and challenges of aging drivers.

AARP Bulletin offers the ultimate guide to fraud and scams including web and home safety, investment schemes, phone fraud, travel warnings and shopping scams.