As you prepare for those Halloween trick or treaters, consider having an eco-friendly Halloween this year. Larry West, About.com Guide to Environmental Issues offers tips and tricks to help ... Read More

A recent announcement by the U.S. government offers both good and bad news in the midst of the current financial crisis. Starting in January 2009, retirees and others who receive Social ... Read More

Public transportation is economical and available in most major cities in the U.S. and Europe, but it can pose challenges for seniors whose strength, balance and dexterity are not what ... Read More

With more women traveling alone, it becomes more important to plan ahead for the unique situations that women travelers can face. These 10 simple travel tips for women traveling ... Read More

A healthy and fulfilling sexual relationship with someone you love can be a great source of joy, but chronic pain from an illness or injury can undermine intimacy and make ... Read More

In many parts of the U.S., autumn brings more rain, which can lead to treacherous driving conditions. A sudden downpour can make driving a challenge, especially for senior drivers and ... Read More

If you lost a job or were not hired for one—and you believe that your age was a factor—you could be a victim of age discrimination. Here's information on how ... Read More

Senior depression can be hard to identify, because depression in seniors doesn't look the same as depression in children and younger adults. Learning to spot the signs of senior depression ... Read More

After finally admitting that I have an age-related vision change, I carry reading glasses wherever I go. Even with glasses, I sometimes need to change the settings on my laptop ... Read More

Moving into a nursing home is one of the biggest decisions that older adults and their families will ever have to face. This step-by-step checklist will help you ask the ... Read More

There’s truth in the expression “use it or lose it.” Learn how poor physical function is associated with an increased risk for dementia and Alzheimer's disease in elderly adults, and ... Read More

Treatment for people with elderly depression can often be successful, but a study reports that the key to long-term success includes continuing treatment for a maintenance period after you start ... Read More