Aging isn’t a slow fade—it’s more like a nice steady rise to a life well lived. But let’s be honest: it’s not always easy. Our bodies change, our roles shift, and sometimes, the world feels like it’s moving just a bit too fast. That’s why the title from a famous Beatle’s song “I get by with a little help from my friends” carries such meaning for me. Whether you're navigating retirement, caring for aging parents, or simply trying to stay engaged, abundant aging begins with accepting support, not..
I have attention deficit disorder and high blood pressure. I do not want people to introduce me as an ADD and high blood pressure chaplain. My mother developed vascular..
Mr. Mason was actively involved in his church community. He attended worship and Bible study regularly. If there was an event at the church, Mr. Mason was there. He..
“We learn our religion through music earlier than we learn it through reading texts. … In his Jewish upbringing, Peter recalled, ‘I learned the Kaddish … long before I..
At what age are we actually considered old? Many of us spend years saving for retirement. We plan for the golden years. Conversations about retirement may start in early..
Honoring the United Church Homes mission to transform Aging by building a culture of community, wholeness and peace has challenged me to reflect upon our residents’..
There is an assumption in the larger culture that patriotism has one meaning, is expressed in a unified way and is a non-negotiable norm within our culture. Anyone who..
A large portion of the nation’s older adults will face depression and loneliness, and despite common misperceptions, mental health conditions are not a normal part of..
When I grow up, I want to be like Lottie Allen.
Growing up, I always knew that I was different from my friends. My parents were quite a bit older than most of theirs. In fact, my dad was 57 and my mother 40 when I was..
