Category Archives: Aging Sites

AARP Network Bolsters Local Communities

Posted on November 16, 2024 by Jim deMaine

From the AARP website Barb Williams of Seattle is always on the go, not letting two hip replacements slow her down. From walking in her First Hill neighborhood, to teaching tai chi, to volunteering at the Seattle Aquarium, Williams, now … Continue reading →

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Lewis Thomas on Aging

Posted on September 7, 2024 by Jim deMaine

From The Fragile Species: “Florida Scott Maxwell, a successful British actress, a scholar, and always a writer, wrote: ‘Age puzzles me. I thought it was a quite time. My seventies were interesting and serene, but my eighties were passionate. I … Continue reading →

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To Be In Awe

Posted on September 4, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Diane S. What gives you a sense of awe? You might imagine standing on a wide-open plain with a storm approaching, or holding the tiny finger of a newborn baby. That word, awe – the feeling of being … Continue reading →

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Your Will: A Plan for Care, Connection & Impact

Posted on July 18, 2024 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Mary M. Thursday, August 22 12 – 1:00 p.m. Free Online Event sponsored by The Seattle Foundation August is National Make-A-Will Month. Whether you’ve had a will for many years or are just getting started with your estate planning process, … Continue reading →

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President Biden, I’ve Seen Enough

Posted on June 27, 2024 by Jim deMaine

By Nicholas Kristof in the NYT President Biden is a good man who capped a long career in public service with a successful presidential term. But I hope he reviews his debate performance Thursday evening and withdraws from the race, throwing … Continue reading →

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Learning about Assisted Living – Do we need federal guidelines for staffing?

Posted on November 19, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Thanks to Janet M. There are two excellent New York Times articles recently about Assisted Living pros, cons, costs and staffing. The first is titled A Guide to Assisted Living along with a companion articled titled Added Fees Drive Assisted-Living … Continue reading →

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Enlightened Aging – Tuesday November 14th at 3PM

Posted on November 7, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Please join us for this special presentation in the Mt. Baker Room sponsored by your Health Care Committee. Eric is a researcher, teacher and author widely recognized for his studies on aging and dementia, particularly the Adult Changes in Thought … Continue reading →

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What They Don’t Tell You About Getting Old

Posted on October 1, 2023 by Jim deMaine

By Roger Rosenblatt in the NYT – thanks to Tim and Tony for sending this along Mr. Rosenblatt is the author of several novels and memoirs, including “Cataract Blues: Running the Keyboard.” I recently turned 83, and while there are many … Continue reading →

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How to Change Your Mind-Set About Aging

Posted on September 22, 2023 by Jim deMaine

by Holly Burns in the NYT – thanks to Put B. At a pool party this summer, Johnnie Cooper climbed onto the diving board, executed a perfect dive and then joined a raucous game of Marco Polo. The occasion? Her … Continue reading →

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Can American Age Gracefully

Posted on September 6, 2023 by Jim deMaine

By the Editorial Board of the NYT – thanks to Put B. America may still think of itself as a young nation, but as a society, it is growing old. Thanks to falling birthrates, longer life expectancy and the graying … Continue reading →

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Negative thoughts about aging can be harmful. Here’s how to reduce them.

Posted on August 18, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Age bias doesn’t show up only as discrimination or snarky birthday cards. One potent source of ageism comes from older people themselves. By Emily Laber-Warren in the Washington Post (Thanks to T&T) Louise Pendry was teaching a psychology course in a … Continue reading →

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Aging Well Resource Fair – Saturday, June 24, 2023

Posted on June 12, 2023 by Jim deMaine

North Bellevue Community Center (NBCC) 4063 148th Avenue NortheastBellevue, WA 98007-3118Register Now

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Digital Ageism

Posted on June 10, 2023 by Jim deMaine

By Lisa Napoli in Next Avenue – thanks to Mary M. My cell phone started ringing just as I turned the key in my front door. George, my dear friend and neighbor in downtown Los Angeles, was calling. We had just … Continue reading →

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Transforming Age currently has around 2 million square feet of development underway across the organization, with a footprint in 22 states.

Posted on June 5, 2023 by Jim deMaine

From Senior Housing News by Tim Regan With the creation of a new affordable housing arm and a handful of other notable developments in 2022, it has been a big year for Transforming Age. But the senior living nonprofit is … Continue reading →

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Inside the Complicated Reality of Being America’s Oldest President

Posted on June 4, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Inside the Complicated Reality of Being America’s Oldest President By Peter Baker, Michael D. Shear, Katie Rogers and Zolan Kanno-Youngs in the NYT There was the time last winter when President Biden was awakened at 3 a.m. while on a trip to Asia and told … Continue reading →

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A Guide to Aging Well

Posted on May 5, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Looking to grow old gracefully? We can help. (from the NYT) Joint pain, stiffness and swelling aren’t always inevitable results of aging, experts say. Here’s what you can do to reduce your risk for arthritis. Getting older is inevitable (and certainly … Continue reading →

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What’s Age Got to Do with It?

Posted on April 26, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Dori Gillam: Monday, May 1, 2023 – 12:00PM to 1:00PM. Online event from King County Library System Description: Dori Gillam takes a lighter look at aging while showing how ingrained ageism is in our society through birthday cards and advertising. Let’s start … Continue reading →

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They May Be Just Acquaintances. They’re Important to You Anyway.

Posted on April 24, 2023 by Jim deMaine

by Paula Span in the NYT Thanks to Marilyn W. The people at the dog park, the bank teller, the regular waiter — these casual relationships may be “weak ties,” but they’re also a key to well-being. Victoria Tirondola and … Continue reading →

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Tracking King County seniors (and their brains) for clues to dementia and Alzheimer’s

Posted on April 14, 2023 by Jim deMaine

By Sandi Doughton Seattle Times staff reporter AT THE AGE of 92, Betty Roberson’s vision might be blurred, but her mind is sharp. When she’s not flipping through audio versions of The New Yorker, Foreign Affairs and other magazines, she’s been … Continue reading →

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Eric Larsen – Adult Changes in Thought (ACT) research study

Posted on April 13, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: Anyone can join Kaiser’s Senior Caucus tomorrow for its Friday, April 14th webinar that will be held from 10:00 am – 11:30 am. The Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/91840672295. Eric Larson will be discussing his research on the aging brain … Continue reading →

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How 90 Became the New 60

Posted on April 13, 2023 by Jim deMaine

By Gail Collins in the NYT Have you noticed a lot of people turning 90 lately? OK, maybe not a lot. But President Biden, 80, is saying he plans to run for re-election in 2024. His fans are going to be super-aware of … Continue reading →

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Local Aging Services: Comment Now on Priorities

Posted on April 6, 2023 by Jim deMaine

Ed note: Please take the survey and consider mentioning the needed skybridge to connect our towers. Click on the link in the bottom paragraph. Every four years, ADS and more than 600 other Area Agencies on Aging throughout the United … Continue reading →

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Landmark Adult Changes in Thought (ACT) Study

Posted on April 3, 2023 by Jim deMaine

from Put B: The KP Senior Caucus is open to anyone who wants to Zoom in. The speaker and the topic described below might be of interest to a good many Skyline residents. Click here to join the Zoom meeting … Continue reading →