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Jane Gross

Jane Gross, a retired correspondent for the New York Times and the founder of its blog The New Old Age, is the author of A Bittersweet Season: Caring for Our Aging Parents – and Ourselves (Knopf 2011, Vintage 2012).

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Reasons to Worry – and Agitate – About Your Financial Security

Are policy makers in touch with the realities showing up in your mailbox?
October 6, 2015
Jane Gross and her dog

Is It Time to Downsize Your Dog?

A big dog can cause a fall, so the next one will be smaller
September 8, 2015
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What We Can Learn From the Lost and Found

As we age, the things we misplace change — and their loss brings more stress
August 1, 2013
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Why You Should Live Like You're Moving Tomorrow

Instead of putting off the huge task of decluttering, take charge of it (and your future) today
June 21, 2013
Willadene Zedan graduates from college at 85 years old and gets a job.

85-Year-Old Graduates From College, Finds Job

Willadene Zedan is leaving Marian University on Saturday with a bachelor's degree, academic honors and a job offer
May 16, 2013
A relative may not always be the best health care proxy to speak for us

Why I Trust a Friend, Not a Relative, With My Life

When we designate a health care proxy to speak for us in an emergency, a family member may not always be the best choice
March 8, 2013
The rate of single boomers and married couples living apart are both on the rise

Why Some of Us Reject Marriage

More boomers, especially women, are treasuring our independence — even if we're in a relationship
February 22, 2013
Living in the suburbs alone leaves you to your own devices in dealing with rats.

The Suburbs Are No Place to Grow Old

Weakened by the flu and challenged by a homeowner nightmare, our columnist finds reserves of strength
January 17, 2013
A single woman living alone has less financial resources than married couples.

The Perils of Aging Alone

The number of Americans living single is soaring, and our bag-lady fears may not be so far-fetched
December 17, 2012
A community brought together through the internet can create bonds during emerge

After a Superstorm, a 'Spinster' Finds Community

With the power out and fires crackling, a single writer discovers her isolated suburban home belongs to a caring village
November 15, 2012
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The Concessions We Make Before We Age

A writer's concerns begin to hold her back, but she can still hook up a TV
October 15, 2012
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Will You Take the Senior Discount at the Movies?

Whether we speak up and ask for cheaper tickets says a lot about who we think we are
September 12, 2012
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