Always one more (weird) thing
By Janice Lindsay, Contributing Writer
Is something awry in the atmosphere? Or is it me?
First, the track pad on my new laptop quit.
I also use...
Celebrating caregivers this month
Mike Festa, AARP Massachusetts State Director
All across Massachusetts family caregivers give so much of themselves to care for their loved ones each and every...
Home is where the heart is
By Marianne Delorey, Ph.D.
“The nail that sticks up will be hammered down.” –Japanese expression.
When I was in my twenties, I worked as a Resident...
Evil plastic thingies and other modern conveniences
By Janice Lindsay, Contributing Writer
When faced with a major life crisis, most of us rally. We face it, figure out what to do, and...
Thrifty Thursdays – AARP’s fall financial series
By Mike Festa, State Director AARP Massachusetts
AARP is working to ensure you have a brighter and more secure financial future. We provide free tools...
Lean in
By Marianne Delorey, Ph.D.
“To anyone out there who’s hurting — it’s not a sign of weakness to ask for help. It’s a sign of...
Back-to-school envy
By Janice Lindsay, Contributing Writer
Do other grown-ups gaze longingly at the “School Supplies” store shelves at this time of year?
All those lovely blank notebooks...
Connecting with others helps your health and your community
By Mike Festa, State Director, AARP Massachusetts
Connecting and maintaining social relationships is crucial for individuals of all age groups, but it holds particular significance...
Home Sweet Home
I love my home.
I love my independence.
I love my reverse mortgage.
Home Sweet Home
“I love my home. I’m getting older. I want to be financially...
The ‘Otherness’ of aging
By Marianne Delorey, Ph.D.
“You should have seen who I used to be.” ― Resident Johnny
I am a cisgender white woman. As such, I feel it...