October 9, 2025 marks another important milestone in the fight for social equity and inclusion: Ageism Awareness Day. Led by the American Society on Aging (ASA), this annual observance aims to spotlight the pervasive, often unseen ways that age-based discrimination affects individuals and communities—and to spark collective action toward more age-inclusive societies. In this article,...Read More

Each year, on the second Monday in October, many communities in the United States pivot from Columbuscentric commemoration toward a recognition of Indigenous resilience, history, and culture. In 2025, Indigenous Peoples Day falls on Monday, October 13. While Columbus Day remains a federal holiday, numerous states, cities, and local organizations have adopted Indigenous Peoples Day...Read More

As we grow older, it’s natural to experience occasional forgetfulness—like misplacing keys or pausing to recall a word. These mild lapses, known as age-associated memory impairment, are typically harmless and don’t interfere with daily life. But when they become frequent, disrupting routines or memory of familiar faces, it might indicate something more serious. Mild Cognitive...Read More

… Plus, Driving Tips and Transportation Resources Driving is a big part of staying independent, but as we age, changes in vision, reflexes, and health can make it harder to stay safe on the road. It’s smart to plan, as AAA research shows that most people outlive their ability to drive safely by nearly a...Read More

The 2025 Trust & Will Estate Planning Report—the largest U.S. study of its kind based on 10,000 adults surveyed in January—reveals widespread awareness of estate planning (83%), but striking inaction: only 31% have wills, 11% have trusts, and 55% have no estate documents whatsoever. Americans’ views of the “American Dream” are shifting: nearly 60% no...Read More

A groundbreaking study published in JAMA Internal Medicine reveals a significant connection between treating hearing loss and reducing social isolation among older adults. The research indicates that seniors who received interventions for their hearing loss, such as hearing aids and audiology support, maintained more robust and diverse social connections over a three-year period compared to...Read More