Jack had always thought it would be nice to retire early. But as he faced his 55th birthday, he and his wife, Phyllis, couldn’t see any reason to cut their retirement savings short. He had worked for the same company since he was 18 and was still healthy and strong. Phyllis was planning to work for several more years, so he looked forward to at...

For many of us, the idea of living alone one day – probably when we're over 80 – may conjure up images of a lonely and depressed senior rocking in a chair with a cat curled up nearby while the seasons change outside the window. This stereotype is anything but reality for many older single Canadians. And according to StatsCan, the number of...

Strictly speaking, there is no "present." The words you have just read are now part of your past. The words you're about to read are part of your future. Our lives are largely made up of memories (our past) and hopes (our future), with "now" a grammatical convenience. No wonder we treasure our memories! Powered by baby boomers aware that they...

When I was 10 years old growing up in East Meadow, Long Island, I wanted to be an adult for two reasons. The first was that I could stay up later in the evening and watch all the “good” television shows that my parents watched. The second reason was that as a child I could be “seen but not heard”; but as an adult I was sure I would be able...

Pray for understanding, guidance, help, wisdom and mercy. Try to understand about the fears, quirks and frustrations that beset the elderly. My mother had a strong faith in her Lord. Uplifters for elderly parents: hearing Bible read, singing praise songs and praying with them. \ Organizations can help: Cancer Societies, Life Abilities,...

My grey hair got me into an interesting situation lately at the local supermarket. I brought my basket of purchases up to the teller and exchanged the normal pleasantries.  I had selected various fruit juices, some fresh fruit and a copy of the daily paper.  I paid with a debit card. When the transaction was over the young man at the end of...

If you are against the idea of leaving your long time home, or still "sitting on a fence" about whether to stay or move, let me give you my perspective on this. Changes, changes, changes Although I read and hear over and over again about the value of "aging in place" (remaining in your family home as you age), I just don't buy it. Just as...