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Shayla Thiel Stern

Shayla is the former Director of Editorial and Content for Next Avenue at Twin Cities PBS.

Mister Rogers

What We Can Still Learn From Mister Rogers as Adults

Here are 6 gems from the late, great star
October 6, 2020
A single evergreen tree on a snowy hill. Next Avenue, family estrangement, holidays, alone

Why Family Estrangement Is Roughest at the Holidays

Severed ties and communication between parents and adult children is common
December 25, 2018
Son-in-Law

Should You Give Advice to Your Son-in-Law or Daughter-in-Law?

Learn how to give (and when not to give) guidance
October 23, 2018
Rural Caregivers

The Lack of Workplace Support for Rural Caregivers

Rural caregivers face infrastructure and other challenges
October 3, 2018
Alexa

Electronic Assistants Like Alexa Might Let You Live at Home Longer

Why that might happen in the not-too-distant future
October 2, 2018
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Tom Kamber: Bringing Tech to All Older Adults

This 2018 Influencer in Aging continues to seek 'awesome social change'
October 1, 2018
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Rudy Tanzi: Pioneering an Alzheimer's Cure

This 2018 Influencer in Aging's work speaks to all of us
September 28, 2018
Influencers

How We Chose the Influencers in Aging

2018 Influencers in Aging
September 12, 2018
hospice dog

When a Dog Makes a Difference at the End of Life

Therapy dogs can comfort people in hospice as well as their families
September 12, 2018
Dementia

A New Virtual World for People With Dementia

An immersive multimedia environment may give people a sense of purpose
September 7, 2018
Reunion

How to Enjoy a Class Reunion

5 ground rules to have the best time and avoid a faux pas
August 22, 2018
House

My Mom's New Old House

Starting over in a familiar place brings memories
August 1, 2018
A marbeled pattern. Next Avenue, psychedelics, michael pollen

Can Psychedelic Drugs Cure What Ails Us?

Michael Pollan's book argues that 'white-coat shamanism' and a little acid may help
July 27, 2018
Cats Cradle

This Retirement Home for Older Cats Will Inspire You

A retired couple in Florida has converted their farm to house cats in crisis
July 2, 2018
video of Alice and Kickin'

Still Alive and Kickin'? Then Keep on Singing

These performers are 65 to 94-years-old and utterly inspiring
June 28, 2018
Questions

Next Avenue Answers Your Questions

Read the answers to past questions and submit new ones
June 22, 2018
Springsteen

Now More than Ever, Springsteen Speaks to Boomers

The Boss' celebrated one-man show on Broadway is relevant to many
June 13, 2018
Next Avenue

Thank You, Next Avenue Readers

Next Avenue celebrates six years of serving adults over 50
June 3, 2018
Long Term Care

Have You Discussed Long-Term Care With Your Loved Ones?

This video could inspire you to start the conversation
May 24, 2018
Superheroes

What It’s Like to Have Grown Up Without ‘Wonder Woman’

A lack of superheroines shapes the memories of a female generation
May 23, 2018
Milan

An Idyllic Musicians' Retirement Home in Milan

Composer Verdi built the mansion for older opera stars in 1899
April 27, 2018
Swedish Death Cleaning

The Case for Swedish Death Cleaning

A bestselling book argues for a new approach to decluttering
March 7, 2018
Facebook

Don't Let Facebook Make You Crazy

Three pitfalls and solutions for how to overcome them
February 23, 2018
February

4 Ways to Embrace the February Malaise

Feeling grim in late winter? Go with it.
February 22, 2018
Podcast

Announcing the 'Your Next Avenue' Podcast

Richard Eisenberg hosts a new podcast about work and careers
February 20, 2018
Track Down a Loved One

How It Feels to Track Down a Loved One

A PBS series reunites people whose lives crossed at "pivotal moments"
January 19, 2018
1968

Why Fractured America in 1968 Feels So Familiar Now

The New York Times revisited a tumultuous year via modern news alerts
January 18, 2018
It's a Wonderful Life

Why I Love 'It's a Wonderful Life'

Celebrating the magic of this beloved holiday film
December 22, 2017
Choirs

In These Choirs, Singers Needn't Apply if They're Under 55

10 years strong, Encore Creativity proves older adults love to sing
August 31, 2017
Homebound

Getting Hair and Nails Done When You're Homebound

An innovative startup in Nashville provides beauty to older clients
August 24, 2017
Ashton Applewhite

Want to End Ageism? Start by Watching This TED Talk

Ashton Applewhite makes a call to action to build a movement
August 14, 2017
Coffee

What You Can Learn From Buying Coffee for Strangers

A blogger's experiment with kindness pays off in many ways
August 3, 2017
Brother Lowdown

4 Lessons I Learned From My 7 Years as a Rocker

Joining a band can do more for you than you might imagine
July 21, 2017
Ageism

This Art Gallery Is Winning the Fight Against Ageism

A gallery featured in The New York Times accepts only artists 60+
July 18, 2017
decision

How to Recover From a Bad Decision

This excerpt from 'The Decision Makeover' shows how to make a 'reset' in midlife
July 13, 2017

How to Prepare for Your First Piano Lesson

Learning a few notes and basics will make you more comfortable
July 7, 2017
Coming of Age film

'Coming of Age in Aging America' Film Available to Stream

This film shows the challenges of our aging populations
July 3, 2017
Shacking Up

Why More Older Couples Are Shacking Up

Understanding the reasons behind a growing demographic trend
June 29, 2017
Alan Alda

Alan Alda Talks About His Adventures in Communication

The famed actor's book presents research and advice on a topic dear to his heart
June 6, 2017

How Do You Know It's Time for Assisted Living?

Our video series profiles people who made the decision and how the transition went
June 2, 2017
Learning Music

We Answer Your Questions About Learning Music After 50

You wondered whether learning music at your age was worth it and possible
May 31, 2017
Susan Burton

She's Fighting Every Day for Women Released From Prison

A parolee-turned-Purpose Prize winner describes her journey in her book
May 22, 2017
Adult Learning

What the Future of Adult Learning Will Look Like

Lifelong learning will become an even longer, more purpose-driven pursuit
May 18, 2017
Fashion

Fashion Design With an Eye Toward Aging

Students created wearable styles for the Disrupt Aging Design Challenge
May 17, 2017
Future

How People 50+ Will Live in the Near and Distant Future

Next Avenue looks ahead in honor of our 5th anniversary
May 16, 2017
Black Sheep

What It's Like to Be the Black Sheep of the Family

The stigma can last, but some in their 50s and 60s just get used to it
May 5, 2017
Next Avenue

For Our Fifth Anniversary, We Present a By-the-Numbers Glimpse of Older Adults

Read a few fun facts and figures about our audience
May 1, 2017
Facebook

Why Posting 9 Concerts You Attended (and 1 You Didn't) Is So Irresistible

The latest viral Facebook activity really strikes a chord with many of us
April 28, 2017
Record Store Day

Confessions of an Analog Music Fan on Record Store Day

Celebrating the annual holiday made for music geeks
April 21, 2017
Political Polarization

Polarization Is Growing Most Among Older Adults

And despite what you've heard, Facebook probably isn't to blame
April 14, 2017
Instagram

You, Too, Can Instagram Like a Teenager

Learn some tips and tricks for getting started on the popular social media app
April 7, 2017
Retired People

Why Your Decades After 60 May Be Your Best

Retired people past that age are the most joyful. Here's why.
March 10, 2017
Pink Noise

How Pink Noise Can Protect Your Hearing

And why Mercedes is using it in new "pre-crash" technology
February 10, 2017
Inauguration

The Original Dot Com Inauguration

The state of digital journalism (not to mention the nation) has changed so much
January 20, 2017
dementia

Proximity to Busy Roads Increases Dementia Risk

A recent study of 6.6 million people showed a connection
January 13, 2017
The Idea Channel

Did the Millennials Ruin Everything?

PBS' Idea Channel answers this eyebrow-raising question
January 13, 2017

Why Some Alzheimer's Patients Have Doors Disguised as Bookcases

Doors prevent wandering by 'exit seeking' residents in memory care
January 4, 2017
Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds

Can You Die of a Broken Heart?

Debbie Reynolds' sudden death following daughter Carrie Fisher's made us wonder
December 29, 2016
Facebook

How Not to Drive Your Adult Kid Nuts on Facebook

9 tips for less stressful social media interactions with your family
December 16, 2016
older Americans

Here’s Where Older Americans Are Happiest

'Well-being' is measured in several ways to determine the No. 1 state
December 9, 2016
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