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Signs of Early Dementia: When to Seek Answers

When someone you love starts repeating the same question three times in an hour, or forgets where they parked the car again, it’s easy to dismiss it as normal aging. But distinguishing between typical forgetfulness and signs of early dementia can be the difference between catching cognitive declin…

When someone you love starts repeating the same question three times in an hour, or forgets where they parked the car again, it’s easy to dismiss it as normal aging. But distinguishing between typic…

When someone you love starts repeating the same question three times in an hour, or forgets where they parked the car again, it’s easy to dismiss it as normal aging. But distinguishing between typical forgetfulness and signs of early dementia can be the difference between catching cognitive decline early and missing a critical window for medical intervention. Memory problems in your 50s and beyond deserve attention. While occasional lapses are part of life, certain patterns warrant a conversation with a doctor. This article walks you through what to watch for, when to worry about forgetfulne…

Anthony Copeland-Parker June 30, 2026

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When Separate is Better Than Equal

Photo by Yunus Tug for Unsplash+The EndGame is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Fresh from a recent adventure in an emergency room, I was intrigued to learn of a trend in emergency medicine that is gathering momentu…

Photo by Yunus Tug for Unsplash+The EndGame is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Fresh from a recent adventure in an…

Photo by Yunus Tug for Unsplash+The EndGame is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Fresh from a recent adventure in an emergency room, I was intrigued to learn of a trend in emergency medicine that is gathering momentum: the Geriatric Emergency Department.I grew up in an era when “separate but equal” was associated with outdated, politically incorrect thinking. Consequently, I tend to be skeptical of separate anything. In the case of separate emergency rooms for older adults, however, I’m willing to make an…

Don Akchin June 27, 2026

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5 Ways to Make a Home Safer for Seniors

Creating a Comprehensive Home Safety Plan Written by Taylor Thoen Donaldson, RN, Joe & Bella's Chief Customer Happiness Officer Making a home safer for seniors is not a one-time checklist—it's an ongoing process that evolves as mobility, vision, and health needs change. As we age, the home we'…

Creating a Comprehensive Home Safety Plan Written by Taylor Thoen Donaldson, RN, Joe & Bella's Chief Customer Happiness Officer Making a home safer for seniors is not a one-time checklist—it's an …

Creating a Comprehensive Home Safety Plan Written by Taylor Thoen Donaldson, RN, Joe & Bella's Chief Customer Happiness Officer Making a home safer for seniors is not a one-time checklist—it's an ongoing process that evolves as mobility, vision, and health needs change. As we age, the home we've lived in for decades can quietly transform into a landscape of hidden hazards. Simple daily activities—walking to the bathroom at night, stepping out of the shower, or bending down to pick up the mail—suddenly carry serious risks. Falls are the leading cause of injury and death among older a…

Ben Graham June 19, 2026

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A Complete Guide to Fall Prevention at Home

For older adults, maintaining independence and staying in the comfort of home is a top priority. However, as we age, changes in balance, vision, strength, and sensory perception can quietly increase the risk of slips, trips, and falls. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CD…

For older adults, maintaining independence and staying in the comfort of home is a top priority. However, as we age, changes in balance, vision, strength, and sensory perception can quietly increase t…

For older adults, maintaining independence and staying in the comfort of home is a top priority. However, as we age, changes in balance, vision, strength, and sensory perception can quietly increase the risk of slips, trips, and falls. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in four older adults falls each year, making falls the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries among adults aged 65 and older. The encouraging news is that the vast majority of falls are entirely preventable. By making thoughtful, proactive modifications to the living environment …

Ben Graham June 11, 2026

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Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

Most people think of Alzheimer’s disease as something that happens in old age. And while that is the most common pattern, Early-Onset Alzheimer’s is a real and often overlooked form of the disease that can appear in a person’s forties or fifties, sometimes even earlier. Missing the early signs…

Most people think of Alzheimer’s disease as something that happens in old age. And while that is the most common pattern, Early-Onset Alzheimer’s is a real and often overlooked form of the disease…

Most people think of Alzheimer’s disease as something that happens in old age. And while that is the most common pattern, Early-Onset Alzheimer’s is a real and often overlooked form of the disease that can appear in a person’s forties or fifties, sometimes even earlier. Missing the early signs does not just delay a diagnosis. It delays care, planning, and the chance to make the most of the time you have. This is something Anthony Copeland-Parker knows firsthand. When his partner Catherine received her diagnosis, the two of them were in their fifties. Rather than retreating, they spent ye…

Anthony Copeland-Parker May 29, 2026

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An 82-Year-Old Told Me to Stop Lying to People About Getting Older

A first-person reckoning between optimism and honesty. The Right Side of 40 is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. He said it with authority. “Just you wait.” Michael Friedman is 82. I’m in my 50…

A first-person reckoning between optimism and honesty. The Right Side of 40 is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. …

A first-person reckoning between optimism and honesty. The Right Side of 40 is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. He said it with authority. “Just you wait.” Michael Friedman is 82. I’m in my 50s. We’ve known each other roughly two decades. He was one of the pioneers of geriatric mental health advocacy in New York, and I was a researcher and President of the State Society on Aging of New York when we met. My work was all about everything we fear as we age: depression, frailty, and de…

Deborah Heiser, PhD May 20, 2026

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Senior Care Made Simple

The Rise of Concierge Medicine: What It Means for Seniors in South Florida

In this episode of Senior Care Made Simple, hosts Andrea Albertini and Doris Muscarella tackle a major shift happening in healthcare—especially across South Florida: the growing move toward concierge primary care. More and more primary care physicians are transitioning away from traditional insur…

In this episode of Senior Care Made Simple, hosts Andrea Albertini and Doris Muscarella tackle a major shift happening in healthcare—especially across South Florida: the growing move toward concierg…

In this episode of Senior Care Made Simple, hosts Andrea Albertini and Doris Muscarella tackle a major shift happening in healthcare—especially across South Florida: the growing move toward concierge primary care. More and more primary care physicians are transitioning away from traditional insurance-based models and into membership-style practices. But what does that mean for seniors, caregivers, and families trying to navigate an already complex healthcare system? Andrea and Doris break down what concierge medicine really is, why it’s becoming so popular among doctors, and how it impac…

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Andrea Albertini May 18, 2026

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Rebellious Wellness Lifestyle

Slam Into the Wall: What Real Longevity Looks Like with “Dr. G”

What does aging well actually look like—and who gets to define it? In this episode, Greg is joined by Dr. Golnosh Sharafsaleh, a triple board-certified physician in geriatric medicine, family medicine, and lifestyle medicine, whose approach to aging turns the conventional medical model on its head…

What does aging well actually look like—and who gets to define it? In this episode, Greg is joined by Dr. Golnosh Sharafsaleh, a triple board-certified physician in geriatric medicine, family medici…

What does aging well actually look like—and who gets to define it? In this episode, Greg is joined by Dr. Golnosh Sharafsaleh, a triple board-certified physician in geriatric medicine, family medicine, and lifestyle medicine, whose approach to aging turns the conventional medical model on its head. From reframing the very language we use around getting older, to a frank conversation about end-of-life planning and quality of life over quantity, Dr. G brings clarity, science, and personal depth to one of the most important conversations we can have. Her message: aging is not a disease, decline…

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Gregory Anne Cox April 30, 2026

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ProAging Podcast

Navigating the Future Alone: A Financial Roadmap for Solo Agers

Navigating the Future Alone: A Financial Roadmap for Solo Agers For many, the standard image of retirement is a family-centric affair—grandchildren on the lawn and a spouse by one’s side. However, a growing segment of the population, known as Solo Agers, is redefining what it means to grow old. …

Navigating the Future Alone: A Financial Roadmap for Solo Agers For many, the standard image of retirement is a family-centric affair—grandchildren on the lawn and a spouse by one’s side. However,…

Navigating the Future Alone: A Financial Roadmap for Solo Agers For many, the standard image of retirement is a family-centric affair—grandchildren on the lawn and a spouse by one’s side. However, a growing segment of the population, known as Solo Agers, is redefining what it means to grow old. Whether by choice or circumstance, roughly a quarter of older adults are navigating their later years without the traditional support of a spouse or children. In a recent discussion hosted by the Positive Aging Community, authors Mary Young and Allen Davis discussed their new book, Financial Planni…

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Steve Gurney April 24, 2026

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ProAging Podcast

Navigating the Future Alone: A Financial Roadmap for Solo Agers

Navigating the Future Alone: A Financial Roadmap for Solo Agers For many, the standard image of retirement is a family-centric affair—grandchildren on the lawn and a spouse by one’s side. However, a growing segment of the population, known as Solo Agers, is redefining what it means to grow old. …

Navigating the Future Alone: A Financial Roadmap for Solo Agers For many, the standard image of retirement is a family-centric affair—grandchildren on the lawn and a spouse by one’s side. However,…

Navigating the Future Alone: A Financial Roadmap for Solo Agers For many, the standard image of retirement is a family-centric affair—grandchildren on the lawn and a spouse by one’s side. However, a growing segment of the population, known as Solo Agers, is redefining what it means to grow old. Whether by choice or circumstance, roughly a quarter of older adults are navigating their later years without the traditional support of a spouse or children. In a recent discussion hosted by the Positive Aging Community, authors Mary Young and Allen Davis discussed their new book, Financial Planni…

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Steve Gurney April 24, 2026

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