Holly Lawrence

Holly Lawrence is a freelance writer covering aging, well-being and cities. Twitter: @hollyjlawrence and connect on LinkedIn.

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Surviving on $3 a Day and Hope

The seven life lessons I've learned living in poverty

MARCH 13, 2019 | By Holly Lawrence

Work & Purpose

Can Wisdom Protect Against Loneliness?

The leader of a new study says it can and offers smart tips

FEBRUARY 11, 2019 | By Holly Lawrence

Living

Honoring Memories in Public Green Spaces

Benches, plaques or stewardship are ways to remember someone special

DECEMBER 18, 2018 | By Holly Lawrence

Money

Why Senior Housing Needs to Change to Appeal to Boomers

Stark views expressed at the Washington Innovation in Longevity Summit

DECEMBER 18, 2018 | By Holly Lawrence

Living

10 Things to Consider When Relocating After 50

Age-friendly services, neighborhoods and city rankings are just a few elements

NOVEMBER 15, 2018 | By Holly Lawrence

Living

Aging in Place at the Zoo

A look at how the Smithsonian’s National Zoo cares for elderly animals

JUNE 6, 2018 | By Holly Lawrence

Money

How to Lower Health Care Costs in America

5 recommendations from experts at a West Health summit

FEBRUARY 27, 2018 | By Holly Lawrence

Living

Are Religious Leaders Reaching Boomers?

Some faith groups are finding ways to minister to this generation

NOVEMBER 21, 2017 | By Holly Lawrence

Work & Purpose

To Find Your Next Act, Look Back to Your Childhood

Look Back to Your Childhood for Your Next Act - feature

3 ways your keepsakes can lead to a newfound purpose in life

OCTOBER 26, 2017 | By Holly Lawrence

Living

How Would We Live If We Forgot We Were Over 50?

About ageist stereotypes, self-perceptions and our future

OCTOBER 11, 2017 | By Holly Lawrence

Health

Inflammation’s Link to Alzheimer’s, Heart Disease and Cancer

Mounting evidence reveals the connection, but lifestyle changes may help

APRIL 3, 2017 | By Holly Lawrence

Health

Conquering the Stinging Words That Haunt Us

Just in time for Halloween: 3 tips for busting the ghosts of harsh comments

OCTOBER 27, 2016 | By Holly Lawrence

Money

How to Close America’s Wealth Gap

Policy proposals and programs discussed at the CFED conference

OCTOBER 5, 2016 | By Holly Lawrence

Health

Single People Worry: Who’ll Be There For Us?

How singles can plan for their funerals and arrangements

MARCH 10, 2016 | By Holly Lawrence

Living

Grandmas2Go Arrive With Love

By helping with simple tasks, volunteers make an impact on families

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