Betty Grenig has served the Red Cross for 80 years. She was recently honored for being the oldest and longest-serving volunteer in the history of the organization.
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Read moreMay is National Older Americans Month, a time to honor the contributions of American seniors. In honor of our nation’s seniors, this month I am asking you to look within yourself and ask the question “Am I Ageist?” The answer might surprise you.
Read moreSpending time together and making new memories is how we celebrate love. I was reminded of this when I heard the story of Verna von Hofgaarden, a Brookdale resident living with dementia.
Read moreA recent analysis by Dr. Jan Vijg and his team at Albert Einstein College suggests that the upper limit of longevity tops out at around 115 years old.
Read moreWe live in a culture where there are constant negative attitudes about age. Staying positive requires a fair amount of swimming against the tide.
Read moreThis time of year many families are vacationing or attending family reunions with multiple generations. Some good planning can help ensure that everyone goes home with only happy memories.
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