Since my children were little, their grandparents have been sending them snippets clipped from magazines and newspapers in the mail. With headlines like “World’s Largest Snake” and…
Four Things to Know About Depression and Older Adults
Feeling down every once in a while is a normal part of life, but if these feelings last a few weeks or months, you may have depression. Read…
13 Ways to Protect Yourself From Fraud
Scams are rampant these days, with criminals stealing a reported $8.8 billion from Americans last year, according to the Federal Trade Commission. But there are ways to protect…
Active Minds Presents Iran – May 12th
Join Active Minds for an in-depth look at the country of Iran. We will discuss the thorny issue of Iran’s nuclear program, the relationship between…
Hearing Loss: A Common Problem for Older Adults
Hearing loss is a common problem caused by loud noise, aging, disease, and genetic variations. About one-third of older adults have hearing loss, and the chance of developing hearing…
How to Earn More Interest on Your Savings
Interest rates on savings — whether for cash stashed in money market mutual funds, bank money market accounts or certificates of deposit (CDs) — are hitting levels last…