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At the age of sixty, Gretchen Staebler promises to spend one year in her childhood home caring for her stubbornly independent ninety-six-year-old mother—sort of a middle-aged gap year. Then her mother will move to assisted living and she will return to her own life. It doesn't go as planned. Rather than a retrospective, this mother-daughter story unfolds in real time with gripping honesty, bringing the listener along with the narrator through the struggle, doubts, and complexities of caregiving and daughterhood—and the beacons of light.

If you’re a man over 50 who’s tired of feeling stiff, sluggish, or sidelined by pain, this book is your starting point to reclaim strength, mobility, and energy—naturally. You don’t need grueling gym sessions or risky workouts to get strong again. What you need is a smart, sustainable approach that restores your body’s natural design. Stretching for Strength Beyond 50 delivers exactly that—a practical, effective system to help you move better, feel younger, and live with confidence. This book will show you how to: Restore flexibility in your hips, shoulders, and back to move ...

In the critically acclaimed Leisureville, Andrew Blechman delves into life in the senior utopia, offering a hilarious firsthand report on everything from ersatz nostalgia to the residents' surprisingly active sex lives. But this is more than just a romp through a retirement paradise; Blechman traces the history of the age-segregated retirement phenomenon, and travels to Arizona to show what has happened to the pioneering developments after decades of segregation.

Senior Loneliness and Isolation: Be Seen, Heard, and Valued Again is not about “aging gracefully.” It’s about refusing to disappear. It’s self-help for seniors who are emotionally literate and tired of being patronized. Your adult children’s “I’ll call you back” has become a broken promise. Your couple friends vanished after your spouse died. The cashier calls you “sweetie” like you’re decorative, not capable. Senior loneliness isn’t just “feeling sad.” It’s the sting of a forgotten birthday for the third year running. It’s the panic that hits at 3 PM when ...

Millions of Americans are in an active caregiver role or will be in one in the future, yet few have a solid plan for the inevitable challenges of aging. Whether your parents are in their sixties or their nineties, and whether they have years of health ahead of them or already need more support, Successfully Navigating Your Parents' Senior Years provides the framework and information you need to prepare for and handle with confidence the changes ahead.

Our book, Fun Things to Do in Retirement provides a comprehensive guide to retirement planning. From understanding retirement to staying busy in retirement, our book covers all the topics you need to know.

Today's grandparents aren't content to sit in their rockers doing needlepoint or whittling wood - modern grandparents are healthy and active. Grandma may be traveling the world, writing a book, or taking dance lessons and Grandpa might be camping with the grandkids, playing a golf tournament, or skydiving! Nana may have entered the family by marrying Grampa later in life, or Pop-Pop may be a beloved family friend who's always there when someone needs him. Families are finding that the meaning of "grandparent" has changed tremendously but that grandparents continue to be treasured members of our families.

This transformative menopause book covers everything from perimenopause to postmenopause, offering multiple therapies and easy life strategies as diary entries and reflections over a 10-year period. Perfect for menopausal women seeking insight and humor, "Let’s Talk Menopause" demystifies menopause symptoms and offers practical coping mechanisms in an engaging, easy-to-understand format. Whether you are a fan of best-selling menopause book authors like Dr. Mary Claire Haver and Dr. Jen Gunter or new to the genre, this book is for you. Packed with detailed information on hot flashes, night...

In these moments of upheaval, you may have yearned for someone who understands what you’re going through and can shed light on your struggles. This is where this guide comes into play. Through this book, you will feel like you finally have a roadmap to navigate the often confusing terrain of menopause.

Feeling stuck, invisible, or unsure what this next season of life is supposed to look like? Successful Aging for Women over 50 is your invitation to start living fully — on your terms. This isn’t about “aging gracefully” by fading into the background. It’s about aging boldly, with confidence, curiosity, and joy. I wrote this book after recovering from three major surgeries — a season that forced me to slow down, reflect, and completely rethink how I wanted to live the rest of my life.

Provide exceptional care for your loved one with dementia… and avoid the burnout and stress caused by caregiving… Did you know that over 50 million people worldwide have dementia? And that number is expected to triple by 2050. It's a concern that affects not only your loved one but also you and your family. There’s a challenging and complex journey ahead… but it can be less chaotic if you handle it right.

Unlock the power of natural healing with "DMSO, CBD, and Nicotine," an essential guide for adults and seniors eager to take charge of their health. Written by MT Vessel, this audiobook delves into the synergistic effects of these compounds for managing inflammation, alleviating pain, and boosting energy. Explore: The Essentials: Learn the origins and health benefits of DMSO, CBD, and Nicotine, including DMSO's role as a bioavailability enhancer, CBD's calming properties, and responsible nicotine use for cognitive support.

Healthy Longevity in the 21st Century, Carolyn Russell, Ph.D., RN—a seasoned practitioner with over four decades in nursing, acupuncture, and holistic medicine—challenges outdated narratives around getting older. Blending evidence-based science, integrative health strategies, cultural perspectives, and personal insight, she redefines what it means to age with purpose and vitality.

Caring for someone with dementia can be a challenging, heartbreaking experience … but it can also be rewarding, fulfilling and meaningful. Most dementia caregivers find that the first, and sometimes most difficult step, is accepting the diagnosis and adjusting to a new normal. In Day to Day: Living With Dementia, Angela Lunde, M.A., an expert in dementia care at Mayo Clinic, helps you take that first step and chart your path toward living well, even in the face of dementia.

What if everything you thought you knew about aging was wrong? This bold account of the history and present-day realities of ageism by a nationally recognized gerontologist and speaker uncovers ageism's roots, impact, and how each of us can create a new reality of elderhood. Ageism Unmasked...

Aging isn’t natural. It’s a failing of your energy systems. What if the secret to vibrant longevity lies not in expensive treatments or restrictive diets, but in understanding these profound systems that govern every cell in your body? This groundbreaking book reveals how your body's vital energy is key to healthy aging, disease prevention, and sustained vitality.

From the award-winning journalist and author, a lyrical, raw and humane investigation of dementia that explores both the journeys of the people who live with the condition and those of their loved ones After a diagnosis of dementia, Nicci Gerrard’s father, John, continued to live life on his...

Caring for a parent, spouse, or relative who cannot care for themselves due to age, infirmity, or illness is one of the noblest human activities. It’s also one of the most stressful, posing challenges that can be painful, confusing, frustrating, and deeply rewarding - sometimes all at once. When Caregiving Calls is an invitation to a deep conversation about caregiving and its meaning for you.

This guide is designed to support you through the caregiving journey, offering tools to stay prepared and find moments of joy along the way. Gain confidence, support your loved one through every stage, and nurture the bond that means so much to you.

With some extra attention, a little effort, and the right strategy, you can become functionally younger as you age. You don’t have to suffer, lose function, shrink or decline with age. With this book, you will learn how to use the body to heal the body. Transform your biological trajectory from aging to growth. You will be empowered to recognize the symptoms of aging and how to redirect your body’s energies toward vigor. You will know how to avoid the impediments to health and how to help yourself by consistently building the ingredients to health.