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October 11, 2023
Pepper the robot with Janice Alfonse at the Estates at Roseville.

Robots and smart technology are on the rise at Minnesota's communities for older adults

Pepper the robot can speak, dance and keep residents company. And that's just the start.
The Good Life
October 11, 2023
Karlene Niva-Colgan leads the Fit & Fabulous exercise class held by Keystone Community Services at the West 7th Community Center in St. Paul, Minn

5 ways for older Minnesotans to get some exercise for free — or nearly free

You shouldn't have to sacrifice food or prescriptions for fitness.
The Good Life
July 19, 2023
Wendy Keyser at home in Ashfield, Mass., March 6, 2023. Keyser, 52, and her wife, Lesley, 59, both educators, realize they are fortunate to have pensi

Retirement-age money issues: Planners weigh in on your questions

The Good Life
July 19, 2023
Among older beneficiaries, 37% of men and 42% of women receive 50% or more of their income from Social Security.

How to cope if you're living only on Social Security

Millions of people approaching retirement age have lost their savings or could never set money aside; here's how they plan to deal with it.
The Good Life
July 19, 2023
Some households headed by seniors are delaying downsizing.

Downsizing your home isn't a simple decision

Mortgage rates and limited inventory add to seniors' decisions to age in place.
The Good Life
July 19, 2023
Diane Windsor and her husband, Rob.

My Good Life: My husband looks 20 years younger than I do

I'm fine with that — I've proudly embraced my gray hair and am happy to look my age.
The Good Life
July 19, 2023
The Ruston Community Men’s Shed has more than 80 members in Ruston, La.

Retired men (and women) are finding camaraderie in Men's Sheds

These gathering places help men combat isolation and build friendships while constructing bird feeders and porch swings.
The Good Life
July 19, 2023
Porto’s Old Town skyline seen from across the Douro River.

How to be a 'retiree nomad' in extended stays around the world

Here's the process for living like a retired expat in bucket-list destinations — and four great places to try it.
The Good Life
May 10, 2023

Baby boomers can't stop staring at their phones, either

Even older people can struggle with screen time. Here's how to help them put down their phone and be more present.
The Good Life
May 10, 2023
The Vermillion River at Vermillion Falls seen Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2021, in Hastings, Minn.

These amazing Minnesota waterfalls must be seen to be believed

From hidden gems to iconic tourist destinations, the state's falls are worth a trip.
The Good Life
May 10, 2023

Retirement community cliques: middle school redux?

Adapting to the culture of a new community may take time for some residents, but staff members can help with acclimation.
The Good Life
May 10, 2023

E-bikes are surging for riders over 50 — here's how to get started

Battery-powered bicycles can give older adults a new lease on outdoor life.
The Good Life
May 10, 2023
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My brand new (slightly used) vagina

A CO2 laser treatment, known as the MonaLisa, has made a positive difference for me.
The Good Life
May 10, 2023
You can create a glide path into retirement by making gradual changes in your working and personal life in the months or years before you plan to quit

Not ready for retirement? Here's what you can do about it

Millions of Americans in their 50s and 60s have no savings, but you do have options to improve your financial security.
The Good Life
February 22, 2023
After a loss, don’t date until you’ve found yourself, the author advises.

Dating lessons from a midlife widow

Once she discovered who she really was, and stayed firm in those convictions, it was easier to find love.
The Good Life
February 22, 2023

David Crosby: 12 essential songs

The Good Life
February 22, 2023

Fitness influencer Joan MacDonald: It's not too late to embrace a healthier life

The 75-year-old social media sensation Joan McDonald shares thoughts on the power of changing your outlook.
The Good Life
February 22, 2023

The new retirement law: What's in it for you?

Secure 2.0 is far-reaching legislation that changes the rules on saving for retirement and emergencies.
The Good Life
February 22, 2023

Minnesota snowbirds pitch in at Twins spring training games in Florida

Spring training staffers don't have to be Minnesotans or retirees, but that's who makes up the majority of the Hammond Stadium game-day workforce.
The Good Life
February 22, 2023

Retired? Here's why you should steer clear of fixer-upper houses

You're retired and you have time to burn, but that doesn't mean you should renovate an old house.

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