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Rosie Wolf Williams

Rosie Wolf Williams is a freelance writer whose work has appeared in USA Weekend, Woman's Day, AARP the Magazine and elsewhere.

A log cabin style library with tall windows and a stone chimney. Next Avenue, public libraries

For the Love of Libraries

America’s public libraries have evolved with the times and with their communities’ needs. But they rely on your support.
March 8, 2024
A person organizing dishes when downsizing. Next Avenue, bereavement cleanout service

Outsource the Clearance of Your Parents' Stuff

Bereavement cleanout services and specialty movers can do the heavy lifting — removing, recycling or reselling possessions — when parents downsize or die
February 22, 2024
A figure peeks out from a tufting frame. On the frame is a half tufted strawberry.

Rug Tufting: An Old Craft That's New Again

Hobby rug tufting is reemerging as a design trend and showing up on TikTok and Instagram
November 30, 2023
A woman and a young child painting by holding the paintbrush in their mouths. Next Avenue

Finding Independence With Their Art

Artists living with a disability thrive on creativity, thanks to the guidance and support of the Mouth and Foot Painting Artists organization
October 12, 2023
Birds eye view of a person looking at a text scam on their phone. Next Avenue

Don’t Let Yourself Get Smished

Swindlers are using fake-friendly text messages to try to persuade older adults to give up credit card numbers or bank account passwords
October 6, 2023
A photo of a person walking and slowly disappearing. Next Avenue

Disappearing Acts

'Ghosting' may now be common in employment and dating relationships, but it still hurts
September 26, 2023
A small group of people wearing matching shirts taking a walk. Next Avenue

Doc, Let's Take A Walk!

A global program invites participants to have a conversation with a doctor and enjoy a healthy walk outdoors at the same time
August 30, 2023
A man holding a Guinness World Record certificate. Next Avenue

Physician Howard Tucker: Still Seeing Patients at Age 101

Neurologist Howard Tucker has no plans to retire, plus he's a TikTok sensation
July 19, 2023
An illustration of an invisible person. Next Avenue, heirs, wills

Where’s Your Heir?

Locating missing heirs after the death of their benefactor can require detective work worthy of Sam Spade
July 3, 2023
A man holding an old cellphone in New York City. Next Avenue

The Cell Phone Turns 50

The ubiquitous device seems indispensable to many of us today, but a long time ago in a society far less connected . . .
June 27, 2023
A close up of a social security check. Next Avenue

Living Only on Social Security

Millions of people approaching retirement age have lost their savings or could never set money aside; here’s how they plan to cope
June 21, 2023
A close-up shot of a woman's face with small sun spots. Next Avenue, skin aging, sun damage

Here Come the Sunspots

What are they and why do we get them? The best preventive tactic for sunspots is to keep sun exposure at bay.
May 24, 2023
A person buying food at the farmer's market. Next Avenue, rising food costs

How to Manage Rising Food Costs

Tips for coping with the sunsetting of pandemic food benefits just when inflation is accelerating to the fastest pace in a generation
May 18, 2023
A colorful bouquet of dahlia flowers. Next Avenue gardening, seed catalogs

Seed Catalogs: The Promise of Spring

Seed catalogs bring color and hope to winter days, and the chance to think about the growing season ahead
February 16, 2023
Hundreds of different bras hanging on a clothes line.

'A Good Bra Isn't a Luxury - It's a Wellness Item'

It's true that bra-wearing needs change with age. Expect some trial and error when shopping for a new bra.
February 3, 2023
Salt and pepper shakers sitting on a table. Next Avenue, how much sodium, healthy amount of salt

Should You Pass the Salt or Take a Pass On It?

Salt can be an enemy of health, but in moderation, it's something our bodies need
February 2, 2023
A father and daughter hunched over their computers. Next Avenue, dowager's hump, tech neck, text hump

Dowager's Hump Is Not Just An 'Old' Problem

Dowager's Hump has a new name - text hump - so look up from those cell phones and take steps to help prevent it
January 23, 2023
A sign for the bathroom sign along a hiking trail. Next Avenue, Urinary incontinence

Urinary Incontinence Is More Common Than You Might Think

From following a healthy diet to correcting posture, here's what you need to know about urinary incontinence
January 13, 2023
A woman walking her dog in the winter. Next Avenue, nature break

Take a Nature Break for Better Health

Walking outdoors, or just spending time at the window, can boost your mental, physical and emotional well-being
January 4, 2023
A person in a hot tub after doing aquatic therapy. Next Avenue, benefits

Can Aquatic Therapy Help Older Adults?

Treating water as a therapeutic tool for better mobility and overall health
January 2, 2023
A man filing his year-end tax returns. Next Avenue, charitable giving, taxes, donations

The Giving Season Winds Down

Seasonal sentiments and income-tax rules make the end of December a particularly busy time for qualified charities and the donors who support them
December 27, 2022
A person chopping up mushrooms in the kitchen. Next Avenue, gut health, probiotics, prebiotics, postbiotics

What Does Your Gut Tell You About Your Health?

Small but mighty microorganisms are key to gut health and overall well-being
December 23, 2022
An illustration of candy canes. Next Avenue, candy cane history

Candy Canes Bring a Twist to the Holidays

The red and white candy cane has a long and storied past. But is there a right way to eat one?
December 16, 2022
A woven casket with flowers on top of it. Next Avenue, non traditional burial options

Back to the Earth: Non-Traditional Burials

Paper urns, memorial trees and biodegradable caskets are options for those who want their burial to be environmentally friendly
November 16, 2022
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