Virtual Connections Have Never Been More PopularAs people shelter in place, more are using smart devices to reach loved onesBy Michelle V. Rafter|March 30, 2020
A Seasoned Museum Curator Tells Ancient Stories in New WaysRamses the Great in virtual reality? Renée Dreyfus' ongoing passion for Egyptian art has helped make that happen at the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco.By Emily Wilson|January 11, 2023
Mend the GapOpening yourself up, listening closely and having more fun are keys to making meaningful connections across the generationsBy Cynthia Orange|July 13, 2023
Make Room @ The Table Offers Ideas To Ease Holiday Loneliness and IsolationThe organization's holiday lists are filled with simple activities to enjoy time alone or make connections with people of all agesBy Julie Pfitzinger|December 14, 2021
Kevin Bacon Talks Acting, 'City on a Hill' and Interesting CharactersAdmitting he's never had a 'career plan,' the popular actor continues to shine in a variety of rolesBy Michele Wojciechowski|October 7, 2022
2020 Challenges Lead to Changes at Art MuseumsThe focus pivots to cultural inclusivity and more virtual engagementBy Patricia Corrigan|October 27, 2020
How This Adult-Education Entrepreneur Did a 180 in the PandemicThe hard turn to virtual for One Day UniversityBy Steven Schragis|March 23, 2021
Can a Digital Buddy Affect Mental Health in Older Adults?Tackling loneliness, especially among older adults, requires a targeted solution and digital connections may helpBy Sophie Okolo|February 21, 2024
Caregiving Support Groups Go VirtualDuring the stressful circumstances of the pandemic, support is needed more than everBy Randy Rieland|August 10, 2020
The Power of Intergenerational Connections to Reduce LonelinessAge Boom Academy experts explain how intergenerational connections boost happiness, tooBy Janeane Bernstein|August 31, 2021
As COVID-19 Subsides, Online Memory Cafes for Dementia LingerForced online during the pandemic, virtual memory cafes are proving to be a fruitful way to support people with dementiaBy Elizabeth Hewitt|September 28, 2022
Our Love for Love LettersWords celebrating romantic connection can create meaningful memoriesBy Julie Pfitzinger|February 14, 2020
Teletherapy On the Rise: Tips to Make the Most of ItVirtual mental health appointments mean no commute and more flexibilityBy Jennifer Nelson|October 26, 2020
OpinionThe Particular Loneliness Facing Undocumented Older ImmigrantsMany communities have developed social service programs to offer support and create connectionsBy Sophie Okolo|March 17, 2023
How to Find Connection in a Disconnected WorldWe need more than small talk and social media in order to truly create meaningful connections with one anotherBy Barbara Waxman|May 2, 2023
4 Social Security Myths BustedThe "Social Security Works for Everyone!" authors dispel popular misconceptionsBy Nancy J. Altman and Eric R. Kingson|April 20, 2021
Feeling Caregiver Isolation? That's What Friends Are ForSocial interactions and making connections with friends can help ease the strain of caregivingBy Myrna Marofsky|January 5, 2024
Everyone's Welcome: Joining a Yoga Studio After 50It’s never too late to practice yoga. Here’s how I got started.By Vanessa Infanzon|February 19, 2024
Ready Player One: How VR Will Reinvent AgingVirtual reality technology is about to improve aging in a big wayBy Janet Siroto|August 20, 2021
14 Digital Side Hustles You Can Start TodayThey range from e-books to YouTube tutorials to being a virtual assistantBy Victoria Greene|May 23, 2018
OpinionZooming In, Missing OutVirtual activities still seem to be the norm and I miss the social aspect of in-person gatheringsBy Barbara Rady Kazdan|November 13, 2023
Duran Duran — Future, Past and Everything in BetweenAs the popular '80s band readies to embark on a U.S. tour, Next Avenue talks with drummer Roger Taylor about their latest album and moreBy Michele Wojciechowski|March 29, 2022
SponsoredWhy More People are Choosing CremationDeciding that cremation is a better choice for you is a personal one, but it’s a popular one tooOctober 3, 2022
'The Golden Girls' Cracked the Code on Aging Well: Limit Social Isolation and Loneliness'The Golden Girls' showed how essential social connections are to physical, mental and social healthBy Sheryl Stillman|March 19, 2024
The Heat Is On: Can Infrared Saunas Help You Stay Healthy?From promoting detoxification to good sleep, here's why this wellness trend has become more popularBy Kelly K. James|February 23, 2023
Why Video Games Can Be Good for Your Brain HealthAn interview with a neuroscientist who has been studying the connectionMarch 16, 2021
9 Tips for a Successful Telemedicine AppointmentWhat to do before, during and after your virtual doctor visitBy Dr. Christine Nguyen|May 11, 2020
Video Job Interviews: 10 Ways to ShineAdvice for putting your best face forward when the interview is virtualBy Nancy Dunham|July 30, 2019
How Musicians Are Bringing Joy During the PandemicAcross the country, virtual concerts are helping people connect with musicBy Mark Ray|April 2, 2020
The View From a Virtual Front PorchPeople from around the world are building community at Dunrovin RanchBy Julie Pfitzinger|October 9, 2020