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Sheryl Stillman

Sheryl Stillman is a writer, professional coach, and change-management consultant focusing on helping older adults live their best lives. Learn more at Sherylonline.com.

An older person eating alone in a nursing home. Next Avenue, caregiving, complicated family dynamics

Caregiving and Complicated Family Dynamics

When responsibility, belief systems or second chances outweigh a reluctancy to provide support
March 26, 2024
The golden girls sitting together. Next Avenue, aging well

'The Golden Girls' Cracked the Code on Aging Well: Limit Social Isolation and Loneliness

'The Golden Girls' showed how essential social connections are to physical, mental and social health
March 19, 2024
A mother and daughter sitting on a couch with a dog. Next Avenue

The Allure of Apartment Life

Here are some reasons why renting may be smarter than buying for single women over 50
March 18, 2024
An adult caregiver and her mom. Next Avenue

Caregiving for Loved Ones With ADHD or Autism

Because there are so many variables, there isn't one strategy to follow. The key is identifying what works for your loved one.
March 14, 2024
A person holding tissue for a runny nose and drinking coffee. Next Avenue

Tissues Everywhere: Managing a Runny Nose

Also known as nonallergic rhinitis, here are some tips on how to slow the flow
December 6, 2023
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The Surprising Benefits of Asking for Help

Why we resist, how to shift our perspective and what happens when we do
November 16, 2023

When Your Adult Child Learns They Are Neurodivergent

It can be either a surprise or validation to discover your adult child is neurodivergent; here are ways to support them moving forward
August 29, 2023
A woman sleeping with a CPAP machine. Next Avenue

CPAP Therapy Benefits for Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea often goes undiagnosed, ignored and untreated. Here are some benefits of waking up to CPAP therapy.
July 6, 2023
A woman talking to her doctor about strengthening her pelvic floor. Next Avenue

How to Improve Your Pelvic Health

Try these simple strategies to strengthen and improve this critical body structure
April 11, 2023
Two adults holding hands and supporting each other. Next Avenue, dementia, communication

Strategies for Communication When Facing Alzheimer's Or Other Dementias

Practicing kind communication is essential to maintaining a person's integrity, reducing stress levels and promoting general well-being
November 29, 2022
Coffee beans coming out of a coffee bean roaster. Next Avenue, benefits of coffee, coffee vitamins

The Perks of Coffee: The Breakdown of Health Benefits and Preparation

Coffee can stave off various illnesses and diseases; here are 6 ways to get the most from your roast
October 19, 2022
An older woman hanging up after a phone call. Next Avenue, diagnosed with Alzheimer's now what

Alone with Alzheimer's

Here are resources and suggestions to help navigate a dementia diagnosis, including help for those who live independently
September 16, 2022
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