Barbara Howard Consulting

05/29/2026

Every day, we face lots of small choices. When it comes to both your longevity and the time you spend in good health, those decisions add up. How well will you age? Take the quiz. https://nyti.ms/4nK9crG

05/26/2026

Medical professionals say that moving to music is a great way for older adults to stay healthier as they age. It doesn't matter what kind of dancing.

04/29/2026

The New York Times highlights how virtual reality (VR) is helping older adults combat social isolation, featuring LeadingAge members Castle Argyle and Plymouth Village. At Castle Argyle, a VR pilot program helps residents feel reconnected: “It shows you that there are people interested in stuff beyond just living and existing,” Pat Bridges, a resident at Castle Argyle said. “It’s an escape from reality.”

Read the full New York Times story, by Charley Locke: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/15/technology/vr-technology-elderly-community-social-isolation.html

HumanGood

04/04/2026

Roommates overall are skewing older, as young people stay with their parents for longer. The share of older adults looking to rent with a roommate has tripled from a decade ago.

04/02/2026

https://apnews.com/article/retirement-gig-work-income-driver-uber-3680a841b7feaf439e55306a49a20139

A growing number of Americans have “unretired” in recent years. They're returning to the workforce after ending careers that spanned decades.

03/28/2026

People who care for an adult child, partner or sibling have to face the reality that their loved may outlive them. Planning ahead is key but it's not easy.

03/26/2026

Want to feel young and live longer? Change what you believe about aging : Life Kit

Negative age beliefs can impact us on social, psychological and even physiological levels. Here's how to deconstruct ageism and reframe your beliefs about aging with tips from Becca Levy, author of Breaking the Age Code: How Your Beliefs About Aging Determine How Long & Well You Live.

03/24/2026

States have many policies to stop risky older drivers from renewing their licenses. But in practice, it's often adult children who must decide when to take the car keys away from an aging parent.

03/18/2026

Men and women face different expectations when it comes to caregiving, but they both benefit when they care for aging parents.

03/06/2026

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/05/well/family/s*x-span-longevity-health.html?unlocked_article_code=1.RFA.EytI.Ha_tQh_zzMM0&smid=nytcore-ios-share

With longevity comes the opportunity for an extended s*x life, which some seniors find by staying active and open-minded.