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.

Most Recent

How COVID-19 Is Impacting Food Insecurity

The ways food programs are adapting and how you can help

MAY 27, 2020 | By Randi Mazzella

Living

How the Pandemic Is Affecting the Sandwich Generation

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If you're caught between older parents and millennial kids, here are ways to cope

MARCH 27, 2020 | By Randi Mazzella

Health

Should You Keep Your Health Care Appointments During the COVID-19 Outbreak?

Man on phone rescheduling an appointment

Here's expert advice to help you decide

MARCH 20, 2020 | By Randi Mazzella

Living

What’s the Difference Between a Grudge and a Toxic Relationship?

One can lead to the other if the rift becomes irreparable

MARCH 12, 2020 | By Randi Mazzella

Living

‘Tis the Season to Show Kindness to Lonely Adults

Ways to make the holidays less sad and isolating for older friends and neighbors

NOVEMBER 29, 2019 | By Randi Mazzella

Living

Mad About Paul Reiser

As his hit sitcom reboots, the actor talks about growing older

NOVEMBER 20, 2019 | By Randi Mazzella

Caregiving

A Dozen Lessons From My Father’s Terminal Illness

Finding the right help and setting priorities really matter

NOVEMBER 6, 2019 | By Randi Mazzella

Work & Purpose

What’s on TV? New Shows About Second Acts

Will you watch 'Carol's Second Act,' 'Perfect Harmony' or 'The Unicorn?'

OCTOBER 3, 2019 | By Randi Mazzella

Money & Policy

When One Adult Child Needs More Financial Help Than Another

Advice for parents who want to be kind without splitting the family

AUGUST 20, 2019 | By Randi Mazzella

Living

Delivering Healthy Options to Food Deserts

Programs help older adults overcome cost and mobility challenges

AUGUST 1, 2019 | By Randi Mazzella

Money & Policy

Why Smart People Don’t Spot Financial Infidelity in Their Relationships

5 tips from experts and 2 red flags to watch for

JULY 17, 2019 | By Randi Mazzella

Money & Policy

What to Teach Your Adult Child About Money

How to offer your son or daughter lessons in Personal Finances 101

JUNE 18, 2019 | By Randi Mazzella

Living

A Daunting Task: Cleaning Out a Late Loved One’s Home

Navigating the emotional process of deciding what to keep and what to let go

JUNE 3, 2019 | By Randi Mazzella

Caregiving

Can A Caregiver Be Too Devoted?

How to know when caregiving crosses the line to self-neglect

APRIL 5, 2019 | By Randi Mazzella

Living

When You Don’t Like Your Parent’s New Significant Other

How to work through complicated feelings and maintain good relationships

MARCH 13, 2019 | By Randi Mazzella

Living

Magical Memories of Broadway with Mom

Her love for seeing shows in New York has passed through the generations

DECEMBER 10, 2018 | By Randi Mazzella

Living

Play Games for Better Health

How this pastime can offer physical, social and emotional benefits

NOVEMBER 12, 2018 | By Randi Mazzella

Living

How His Stint in Acute Care Connected My Dad and Me

Spending time together led to a stronger relationship

JUNE 21, 2018 | By Randi Mazzella

Living

When I Look at My Daughter, I See My Past and Future

A mom's reflections on their similarities and differences

MARCH 26, 2018 | By Randi Mazzella

Money & Policy

How to Invest Safely During COVID-19

The Friends Talk Money podcast hosts on stocks, bonds, bank CDs and advisers

Special Report

Four long-term survivors of HIV: Joseph Gaxiola, Stephanie Stuart, Sharon Bosley and Robert Toth

Still Here, Still Positive

A series on America's first generation aging with HIV/AIDS

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Special Report

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In Good Company

We all feel lonely at times. But it doesn't have to be that way.