Family and Relationships Articles - Next Avenue

Most Recent

What to Look for in a Nursing Home During the Pandemic

woman in nursing home

COVID-19 has changed the questions to ask on behalf of a loved one

AUGUST 11, 2020 | By Diane Eastabrook

Caregiving Support Groups Go Virtual

caregiver receiving online support

During the stressful circumstances of the pandemic, support is needed more than ever

AUGUST 10, 2020 | By Randy Rieland

8 Ways to Keep the Memory of Your Parent Alive

grandpa and grandson looking at photos

Recommendations for families from the author of 'Inheriting Clutter'

AUGUST 7, 2020 | By Julie Hall

Over 80 and Healthy, But No Birthday Trip

The author postponed her birthday trip to Cape Cod this year

The pandemic changes plans, but there is gratitude for good health

AUGUST 7, 2020 | By Elaine Soloway

After Widowhood, Moving Forward and Finding Happiness

Carol Johansen, jumping from a plane

These three people overcame their grief and found joy in living again

AUGUST 6, 2020 | By Kerri Fivecoat-Campbell

Where Family Caregivers Can Get Financial Assistance

Rose Saulenas and her dog Sheba

Advice about state and local programs, some created due to the pandemic

AUGUST 5, 2020 | By Margie Zable Fisher

Lifting Hearts With Virtual Friendships

Volunteer Hanna playing the piano and singing with Helen

Teens and assisted living residents chat and enjoy music, art and games ‘together’

AUGUST 5, 2020 | By Julie Pfitzinger

What We Can Learn About Longevity From SuperAgers and Centenarians

Dr. Nir Barzilai, Scientific Director for the American Federation for Aging Research, in his lab at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY

A conversation with Dr. Nir Barzilai, author of 'Age Later'

AUGUST 5, 2020 | By The American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR)

Reeling From the Losses of the Silent Generation

Peter and Eleanor Baker at their high school prom

The cruel toll the pandemic is taking on these older Americans

AUGUST 3, 2020 | By Kevyn Burger

Finishing College — and Starting Caregiving — at Grandma and Grandpa’s

Lumiere and their grandparents pose for a selfie

Film graduate Lumiere Rostick captures their time together in a PBS special

JULY 31, 2020 | By Grace Birnstengel

Looking for Love During COVID-19

Despite the pandemic, older singles are still hoping for connection

JULY 31, 2020 | By Tami Kamin Meyer

How to Get Rid of Stuff: The Survey Says…

Fascinating findings from studies by the author of 'Downsizing'

JULY 29, 2020 | By Richard Eisenberg

Why Quarantining Can Be Bad for Your Health

man looking out of the window of his dark home

The link between isolation and resilience to infections such as COVID-19

JULY 29, 2020 | By Roger McIntosh

The Challenges of Caring for an Adult Child With Disabilities

Still from PBS NewsHour Weekend segment, "Caring for an Adult Child with Disabilities in Retirement"

'PBS NewsHour Weekend' looks at steps to support these families

JULY 24, 2020 | By Connie Kargbo and Christopher Booker

My Visit With Bud From ‘Father Knows Best’

Billy Gray then and now

Inspired by the pandemic, the author meets Billy Gray, a childhood hero

JULY 23, 2020 | By Steve Uhler

Telling Our Stories: This Moment and Why I Write

Award-winning author David Mura on the value of knowing your voice

JULY 22, 2020 | By David Mura

Alex Trebek: In His Own Words

Alex Trebek backstage at Jeopardy! He has 100 suits in rotation

Candid reflections on cancer, family, his role on 'Jeopardy!' and finding peace

JULY 21, 2020 | By Richard Harris

How Carl Reiner Brought My Father’s Voice to Life

Actor, director and author Carl Reiner, pictured at his home in Beverly Hills, Calif., in May 2003

A cousin of the author's late father, the comic legend shared memories and family lore

JULY 16, 2020 | By Steven Reiner

A Helping Hand for Family Caregivers

home health care worker and client

COVID-19 highlights a growing need for home care as some head back to work

JULY 16, 2020 | By Wendy Helfenbaum

The 1918 Spanish Flu Pandemic: A Family’s History Brings Hope

Old-time photo album with family photos of Kelly's father as a child

The writer's father survived. What are the era's teachable moments?

JULY 15, 2020 | By Kelly Feng

More

blurred, futuristic, abstract shot of people going about their lives

Health

The New Normal in a Post-Vaccine World

What people over 60 can expect, from travel to shopping to gatherings

Special Report

Group of older adults enjoying coffee at a coffee house.

In Good Company

We all feel lonely at times. But it doesn't have to be that way.

Special Report

farm behind cornfield

Strengthening Rural Health Care for Older Adults

This special report includes storytelling, news and information about health care for older adults in rural areas

Presented by

Top

Sponsored