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Dogs can sit, stay, roll over, come when called, shake, high-five and do all kinds of fancy tricks. But did you know that you can train your cat to do some of the same types of tricks as well? Yes, it’s true!

The best part about the following list of plants is they don’t care if you have a green thumb. These are some of the easier ones to care for, because they require minimal attention and watering—and some don’t need a lot of light.

Tax season is upon us once again and the deadline of April 15th is looming. But before you get ready to prepare your paperwork, here are a few helpful things that experts want you to know.

An old adage says, “You can’t take care of others if you can’t take care of yourself.” That was something my loved ones frequently reminded me about in 2012 when my mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and I became her caregiver.

Ready to embrace your natural color and rock some silvery locks? Then you’re ready to grow out your dye job and welcome in the gray. Here are some tips on how to go gray with ease.

The iconic 11-inch plastic fashion doll made its debut on March 9, 1959. Barbie was created by Ruth Handler, co-founder of Mattel (along with her husband, Elliot). It wasn’t long before Barbie took the country by storm and the doll was a staple in just about every little girl’s dollhouse.

It is entirely possible for couples to continue living together in a community while navigating their changing care needs. The right solution usually just requires thinking outside the box and making a move that will accommodate your spouse — and you — in the future.

Have a story you want to tell? Want to put down moments of your life into a book? It’s never too late to get started. No matter what your goals for putting your life story on paper, the first step is getting started. And while the process may sound daunting, it’s probably easier than you think. We talked to some arts educators and professionals in the publishing world who shared these tips on how to start writing a memoir.

AI is capable of some pretty neat things that can bring more convenience, safety, productivity, connection, beauty and even joy into our lives! We’ve gathered a handful of some interesting things AI is doing, along with a few other advancements that may be around the corner.

You don’t have to get behind the wheel to appreciate the craftsmanship of a classic car. Here are six hobbies for car enthusiasts to enjoy while steering clear of driving.

Reducing this risk is where the idea of functional fitness stems from. Functional fitness is a form of training that is designed to enhance your ability to perform the tasks of daily life more safely, efficiently and with less effort.

Running shoes, hiking shoes, sneakers… which ones should you pick? Here’s what you need to know to help you find the best walking shoes for your feet.

Baking is a great way to take some time for yourself and de-stress. But if you’re worried that all those extra carbs and sugars could be taking a negative toll on your health, you may want to consider modifying your recipes.

Being an at-home caregiver for an aging loved one creates special moments and opportunities to bond with them in new and profound ways. But caregiving is also a tremendous responsibility often accompanied by hard-to-process feelings like grief, resentment and guilt.

Learn about some new technological advances that may help both caregivers and seniors feel more at ease.