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Randi Mazzella

Randi Mazzella is a freelance writer specializing in a wide range of topics from parenting to pop culture to life after 50. She is a mother of three and lives in New Jersey with her husband and teenage son.  Read more of her work on randimazzella.com. 

An older adult and their adult child packing moving boxes. Next Avenue, downsizing

Why People Are Rethinking Whether to Downsize

Some boomers are saving room for their parents or their children, just in case
May 17, 2022
Two older adults embracing in a hug crying tears of joy. Next Avenue, Bittersweet, susan cain

Understanding the Beauty of the Bittersweet

Susan Cain, author of the bestseller 'Bittersweet,' says instead of avoiding sorrow, we should see it as an opportunity to connect with others
May 4, 2022
A couple standing outside their house wearing facemasks. Next Avenue, returning to normal, Immunocompromised, pandemic

When Everyone is Returning to 'Normal' But You

Many people with underlying health conditions are still apprehensive about COVID and continue to refrain from being out in public
April 14, 2022
An illustration of a head with a thought bubble inside of it. Next Avenue, inner chatter, ethan kross chatter

How to Make Inner Chatter Work for You

We all have a voice inside our heads. Here are ways to calm it.
April 6, 2022
A home care nurse taking an older adult patient's blood pressure. Next Avenue, low blood pressure

What You Need to Know About Low Blood Pressure

The causes of low blood pressure, why it can be an issue and ways to treat it
March 30, 2022
Two side-by-side photos of an older adult cooking. Next Avenue, TikTok Nonna Pia

Grab a Plate with Nonna Pia — TikTok's Favorite Italian Grandmother

Pia Quaglieri, 83, is passing along her cooking traditions to her family — and 2.6 million others
March 17, 2022
A black and white photo of an aolder adult looking out into the distance. Next Avenue, covid impacts on dementia, isolation

The Impact of COVID on People with Dementia

Social isolation had a profound effect, and further cognitive decline in some older adults with dementia may be the result
March 10, 2022
A grandmother sitting next to her granddaughter on a couch outside. Next Avenue, dating advice

When It Comes to Dating, Grandma Knows Best

The granddaughter and grandmother team behind the 'Excuse My Grandma' podcast share what they are teaching each other about dating
February 16, 2022
An older adult having a panic attack and covering her mouth with her hand. Next Avenue

Suffering From Panic Attacks? You Are Not Alone

How COVID-19 has impacted panic attacks, and steps you can take if one strikes
January 13, 2022
A family holding up their glasses over a holiday meal, family traditions, Next Avenue

When Family Traditions End — and How to Start New Ones

There may be sadness at the loss of traditions, but it can also be an opportunity to find meaning in new experiences
November 9, 2021
Bruce Springsteen and Stevie Van Zandt on stage singing into the microphone. Next Avenue, lilyhammer, Unrequited Infatuations

Stevie Van Zandt Looks for What's Next

The E Street Band member, 'Sopranos' star, activist and now author of 'Unrequited Infatuations,' what 'Little Stevie' isn't planning to do next is retire
October 21, 2021
A close up image of bonfre flames and sparks. Next Avenue, menopause, perimenopause, signs

What Fresh Hell Is This? Time to Educate Ourselves About Menopause

A Q&A with author Heather Corinna about why health care providers struggle to support patients going through perimenopause and menopause
October 21, 2021
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