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February 23, 2016

Q&A: Walter White

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February 23, 2016
Close-up Of A Businessman Looking At Resume Holding In Hand

How to write a résumé for the older job seeker

Think of it as a marketing tool, not your autobiography
The Good Life
February 23, 2016
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Safeguarding seniors

The Good Life
February 23, 2016

AARP's projects

The Good Life
October 21, 2015
"If I had to retire .... I could probably survive six months to a year," says Judy Davis, 57, of St. Paul, who works for a nonprofit agency.

Millions of baby boomers face financial crisis in retirement years

As 76 million baby boomers near the end of their working lives, the nation is hurtling toward a retirement financial crisis.
The Good Life
October 21, 2015

Running late: Catching up with our midlife marathoners

In the April issue of The Good Life, we profiled three 50-something runners training for the Twin Cities Marathon. Here's how they fared.
The Good Life
October 20, 2015
As severe weather approached downtown Minneapolis Thursday afternoon the Stone Arch bridge, normally full of pedestrians, was empty. ] MCKENNA EWEN mc

Minneapolis hailed as Minnesota's first 'age-friendly' city

AARP praises Minneapolis for efforts to meet the needs of older folks.
The Good Life
October 20, 2015
During a BWCA canoe trip in July, Carole Sand of Decorah, Iowa, paddled in the bow with Pat Owen of St. Paul duffing in the middle.

Ely woman blazes new trail in wilderness adventures

Women's Wilderness Discovery offers year-round trips through the BWCA.
The Good Life
October 20, 2015
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Senior communities serve up a feast for foodies

More and more senior living facilities are adopting a restaurant-style setup.
The Good Life
October 20, 2015
Bert Chamberlain is sailing down the Mississippi River to New Orleans starting this weekend in the sailboat he made and named Box Turtle. He was photo

Moorhead man sails from Minnesota to Alabama in 60 days

Bert Chamberlain made it from St. Paul to the Gulf of Mexico (with a few detours along the way).
Music
July 29, 2015
2015: For St. Paul soul singer Sonny Knight, success comes later in life

2015: For St. Paul soul singer Sonny Knight, success comes later in life

The Good Life
July 29, 2015
Kairos Alive! staff members and conference participants held hands during an interactive workshop featuring movement, storytelling and song at the Mid

ArtSage teaches seniors how to engage in music, storytelling and more

The Good Life
July 29, 2015
The Art of Aging: Life changes led to career in creativity for St. Louis Park artist

The Art of Aging: Life changes led to career in creativity for St. Louis Park artist

The Good Life
July 29, 2015
The Art of Aging: How Minneapolis artist Mary Bergs discovered a new career

The Art of Aging: How Minneapolis artist Mary Bergs discovered a new career

The Good Life
July 29, 2015
(Left to right) Bonnie Sussman (Marianne Sussman's mom) and Virginia Cherne bake for Sussman's Bakery. Marianne Sussman was active in getting the Cott

Now everyone can enjoy your home-baked treats

New law allows you to sell those brownies and muffins.
The Good Life
July 28, 2015
My Good Life: Duluth sculptor, writer finds peace and purpose through art

My Good Life: Duluth sculptor, writer finds peace and purpose through art

The Good Life
July 28, 2015
The Art of Aging: Jim Denomie's vivid, edgy paintings attract international attention

The Art of Aging: Jim Denomie's vivid, edgy paintings attract international attention

The Good Life
July 28, 2015
How our Minnesota athletes fared at the National Senior Games

How our Minnesota athletes fared at the National Senior Games

The Good Life
July 28, 2015
John Louiselle and Jesse Lammi in the Drop Home.

Tiny homes offer independent living option for older adults

The Good Life
April 22, 2015
How to make your life insurance work for you

How to make your life insurance work for you

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