Living & Learning
A cat person ends up with a dog and learns a thing or two about love
APRIL 18, 2018 | By Robin Eileen Bernstein
Health & Well-Being
Slideshow
Mourners receive unconditional love from the animals, who often know who needs it most
SEPTEMBER 13, 2017 | By Kerri Fivecoat-Campbell
When life brings you down, reach for a paw for affirmation
SEPTEMBER 12, 2017 | By Peter Gerstenzang
Pros and cons of 7 options to help you figure out where to stay
AUGUST 16, 2017 | By Bart Astor
Think outside the dog park — there are more ways to enjoy the company of your pooch
JULY 13, 2017 | By Debbie Swanson
For many ailing people, their pet is their life, experts say
MAY 26, 2017 | By Kim Painter
Hanging out with four-legged friends can do wonders for your well-being
MAY 19, 2017 | By Kristen Sturt, Grandparents.com
Some of these potential solutions are easy and inexpensive
APRIL 7, 2017 | By Deb Hipp
They reduce blood pressure, help us get exercise and brighten our outlook
MARCH 16, 2017 | By Ronni Gordon
A new generation of interactive companions may help combat isolation
DECEMBER 7, 2016 | By Sherri Snelling
A retired couple in Florida has converted their farm to house cats in crisis
NOVEMBER 1, 2016 | By Shayla Stern
When our beloved pets died, my husband and I made a pact and stuck with it
JULY 28, 2016 | By Barbara Twardowski
Work & Purpose
These jobs can beef up your bank account, and you choose the hours you want to work
JULY 12, 2016 | By Ashley Neglia
With the weather working against you, here are ways to limit symptoms
JUNE 23, 2016 | By Robin Wilson
You don't want Rocky sampling your stash, but pot might help his aches and pains
JUNE 23, 2016 | By Debbie Swanson
You undoubtedly have at least some. Here's how to get rid of them.
MAY 13, 2016 | By Robin Wilson
The sad truth about pet surrender, plus how to keep owners and animals together
JANUARY 22, 2016 | By Donna Jackel
It’s the last place these dogs will live, but it will be filled with love
JANUARY 6, 2016 | By Josh Walker
Pet rescue missions give shelter animals and retired pilots a new leash on life
DECEMBER 15, 2015 | By Judith Reitman-Texier
Probably more than you think. Here's what to do about it.
OCTOBER 28, 2015 | By Judith Reitman-Texier
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Special Report
This special report includes storytelling, news and information about health care for older adults in rural areas
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Our special series, Vitality Arts, shows the powerful effect that participating in the arts can have on our minds, bodies and souls. Look to this page for information, resources and inspiration that will help you age better through the arts and show that creativity has no age limit.
