Archive for March 2016
Aging Parents and Their Kids
Adult children and aging parents often have a different perspective on care and concern. One father complains of being badgered by his kids about his driving. Necessary? Depends on the perspective of the kids and their aging parents. One woman loves to see her kids but is not sure whether they come to visit or…
Read MorePhotographer Makes “Older” Fashionable
How does a photographer make “older” fashionable? A new photo book by Ari Seth Cohen showcases the colorful, creative fashion of people over 60, hoping to help others look at aging in a new light. Cohen does not agree with how society tends to portray older people and states that “a granny stereotype in not…
Read MoreGuidance on Avoiding Charity Scams
Charity scams exist even though the majority of philanthropies are legitimate aid efforts. The danger of fraud is rampant though for people who may not be savvy about modern ways to donate. An analyst at CharityWatch, Stephanie Kalivas, states, “Make sure you’re channeling it into charities that can really make a difference. There are a…
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