Trendy wellness gimmicks and technologies hold little interest for members of Generation X, who prefer scientifically backed evidence of the benefits of wellness programs and…Read More
Senior living is in the midst of a major transformation, and seven major trends have emerged as key drivers of the strategic plans adopted by…Read More
A growing number of senior living residents are looking for psychologically rich lives, not just happy or meaningful lives, according to a new study from…Read More
What is wisdom? What makes someone wise? How does someone acquire wisdom? The Mather Institute set out to answer those and other questions in a survey of…Read More
After retiring from 35 years as a teacher, Jeff Kellert began volunteering as a tutor and helped with monthly dinners at his synagogue. Later, he got certified…Read More
For 25 years, Mather Institute has expanded and deepened our understanding of aging and senior living, providing a critical research-based perspective on older adults and…Read More
Older adults who move into senior living communities experience better health outcomes compared to those living in homes outside of such communities, according to a…Read More
“I’m doing things I’ve never done before in my life,” says Nita Abraham* (62), as she hefts a 20-pound kettlebell upward, feet firmly planted on…Read More
What used to smell like teen spirit has turned to a mid-forties funk. But angst is nothing new to the oft-overlooked age group known as Generation X, which…Read More
(WBBM NEWSRADIO) — Many of Generation X – the group known for its self-reliance – are frequently lonely, according to a recent survey by the…Read More
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