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Kevyn Burger

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Kevyn Burger is a freelance feature writer and broadcast producer.  She was named a 2018 Journalist in Aging Fellow and a 2020 Continuing Fellow by the Gerontological Society of America. Based in Minneapolis, Kevyn is the mother of three young adults and one rescue terrier.

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When It Comes to End-of-Life, Some Are Taking Matters Into Their Own Hands

It's called the VSED option — the refusal to eat or drink. The goal is to hasten death and it's perfectly legal.
December 27, 2021
A person wearing scrubs standing in a park. Next Avenue, direct care workers, direct care workforce, staff shortages

A Missed Opportunity for the Direct Care Workforce

Pandemic upheaval across the U.S. workforce hasn’t brought badly-needed paid caregivers into the field
October 20, 2021
Adult children

Why Are Adult Children Cutting Ties With Their Parents?

Due to a rise in parental estrangement, many are left feeling grief and shame
September 24, 2021
A woman standing in a parking lot wearing scrubs and a face mask. Next Avenue, paid caregivers, CNAs, caregiving work

The Invisible Caregiving Workforce

Who are the essential workers paid to care for America’s aged in their homes and in residential and nursing care facilities?
September 20, 2021
A vial of morphine held up close. Morphine, hospice, Next Avenue

Morphine: A Misunderstood Medication

Physicians and caregivers work to clear up myths about powerful end-of-life drugs
May 13, 2021
Laura Ingalls Wilder books, Next Avenue

The Legacy of Laura Ingalls Wilder

Readers reflect on the lessons — and context — of the "Little House" books she wrote
December 28, 2020
Andrea, 54, Minneapolis, exhibition portraits, transgender, art

These Exhibit Portraits Honor the Visibility of Transgender Adults

Minneapolis Institute of Art hosts the first major museum exhibit by Jess T. Dugan
November 4, 2020
PBS Portrait collage

PBS 'American Portrait:' How the Pandemic Is Affecting 3 Generations

The latest episode presents the lives of three people age 15, 51 and 80
October 26, 2020
polling place

The Scramble to Find Poll Workers

COVID-19 is making many reconsider the job this Election Day
September 9, 2020
Peter and Eleanor Baker at their high school prom

Reeling From the Losses of the Silent Generation

The cruel toll the pandemic is taking on these older Americans
August 3, 2020
Levester (LT)Thompson and his wife Simone Andrews

'Not a Single Casserole' — What It's Like to Be Widowed by COVID-19

Spouses and families are left to grieve without sympathy or support
July 10, 2020
woman and man

What Are Grief Dreams?

Common and comforting, dreams about the dead are changing during the pandemic
June 10, 2020
Ramadan

Creating Community Connections During Ramadan

Many Muslim groups traditionally extend hospitality at iftars
April 23, 2020
LaFawn (left) and Keisha Williams on their wedding day

LGBTQ Bereaved Spouses Seek Solace

Community members facing loss are leaning on each other for support
February 10, 2020
Marjorie Johnson

Marjorie Johnson's Recipe for Longevity

The centenarian baking champion shares ingredients for a long, sweet life
November 27, 2019
Romance

Should You Rekindle a Past Romance?

Reaching back to a first love has rewards ... and risks
August 29, 2019
Midlife Dating

A Conversation About Dating in Midlife

Two friends share their views on dating after 50
August 8, 2019
Online Dating

Diving Into the Online Dating Pool

Ready to meet someone new? Here are some tips from the experts.
June 28, 2019
Grandfamilies

A Home for Grandfamilies

Specialized housing communities meet the needs of grandparents and grandchildren
May 17, 2019
Donate Your Body

Why You Might Want to Donate Your Body to Science

The choice makes sense to some people — including this writer
April 30, 2019
Nordic Walking

How Nordic Walking Can Improve Your Overall Fitness

With the right technique, walking with Nordic poles is a full-body workout
March 19, 2019
Digital Health

When Going Digital Makes Health Care Harder

Some who work in digital health care are now putting the user experience first
March 15, 2019
Hospice

How to Find the Right Words for Someone in Hospice

Appropriate cards are tough to find, so here's advice from end-of-life experts
March 6, 2019
Bereavement

Bereavement Researcher: We Must Do Better for the Grief-Stricken

Dr. Toni Miles says grieving raises your risk for illness, even death
February 18, 2019
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