From the Connect Project Team Introduction As the new Labour government rolled out policy directions for different aspects of the UK society, there was an increasing urgency for a dialogue about the well-being of different population groups and the role of the welfare state in an ageing society. People aged 65 and older constitute the… Continue Reading Conversations on Living Well in Old Age: Community Perspectives on Health, Care, and Pensions| PSSRU
Because the brain encodes new experiences in rich detail and routines as faint traces, we get the sense of time skipping by in-between our key moments and experiences. The post How to Slow Time and Make Life Feel Richer appeared first on David R Hamilton PHD.| David R Hamilton PHD
"Biological aging tests," also called aging clocks, can predict your risk of age-related disease, disability, early mortality and more — but are they ready for prime time?| Latest from Live Science
From What I Talk About When I Talk About Running, pg 37 I’m struck by how, except when you’re young, you really need to prioritize in life, figuring out in what order you should divide up your time…| Mark Carrigan
A rhyme in answer to this week’s writing prompt from Esther Chilton, which was window. My window into yesterdayopens when I close my eyesto listen, while my music playsand memories arise.Teenage tunes, years raising children…memories that last.They fill the air. They fill my head:my window to the past.Looking back, I know my viewis softened by … Continue reading Nostalgia| Writing Wrinkles, and Random Ramblings
PM Lawrence Wong calls on Singaporeans to unite, write nation’s next chapter together| If Only Singaporeans Stopped to Think
DPM Gan remains No. 2; three veterans to take on coordinating minister roles| If Only Singaporeans Stopped to Think
The Price of Good Health| If Only Singaporeans Stopped to Think
PM Lawrence Wong unveils bumper SG60 Budget for all Singaporeans| If Only Singaporeans Stopped to Think
In an interview with Lianhe Zaobao, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong discussed how the system has evolved and how the Government will continue supporting the housing, healthcare and retirement needs of Singaporeans throughout different stages in their lives. Here is an edited extract of his interview.| If Only Singaporeans Stopped to Think
Unlike in larger families where caregiving load can be spread out, an only child faces immense stress and is more likely to suffer burnout| If Only Singaporeans Stopped to Think
100 days as PM: Prime Minister Lawrence Wong's press conference with local media on 23 August 2024| If Only Singaporeans Stopped to Think
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Can you find one good thing in each day? It's well worth looking. #wellnessreimagined #midlifewomen #letsgetstrong #womenover50 #selfconfidence #onegoodthing| Deb's World
US President Joe Biden on Sunday withdrew from the 2024 White House race following mounting calls from many Democrats at the highest levels for the octogenarian leader to make way for a new nominee.…| France 24
I spotted that the 30th anniversary of May Sarton’s death was coming up, so decided to read an unread book of hers from my shelves in time to mark the occasion. Today’s the day: she died on July 16, 1995 in York, Maine. Marcie of Buried in Print joined me for a buddy read (her […]| Bookish Beck
Khao Yai is about 2 - 3 hours drive from bangkok airport. For the past few years we usually go to places where we don't have to drive because I tend to find driving stressful. But this limits our travel options since places that have good transport infrastructure are typically heavily populated cities. The last...| Winnie Lim
I am currently recovering at home from a total replacement of my right hip, which has been getting more painful since December 2022. (Not sure why, as they are apparently both arthritic but the left hip, so far, feels okay.) My operation was last Saturday; I came home on Monday. Today, Thursday, was day five … Continue reading Getting my life back| Writing Wrinkles, and Random Ramblings
The Labour government was elected on a promise of economic growth but already this vision is faltering. IF researcher, Toby Whelton, argues that a low-growth economy is the inevitable result of a gerontocratic society. Growth, growth, growth Insofar as the current government had an overarching economic vision for the country, it was economic growth. One… Read more » The post Britain will never have high growth as long as it panders to the grey vote appeared first on Intergenerational Found...| Intergenerational Foundation
Aging is a natural part of life, yet conversations around growing older often focus on decline—particularly when it comes to sexuality. For LGBTQ+ individuals, the experience of aging is further shaped by a lifetime of navigating visibility, identity, stigma, and resilience. As people move into their later years, libido and intimacy may change, but they The post Aging with Pride: Navigating Libido and Intimacy in LGBTQ+ Lives appeared first on queer voices.| queer voices
A reminder that guilt and worry can weigh us down and dull our inner light. By letting go of the past and not fearing the future, we allow ourselves to shine fully in the present. #wellnessreimagin…| Deb's World
Welcome to this month’s Tell Us About linkup which is all about Blooming. I’m looking at how I’ve managed to bloom during this stage of life and how I’ve incorporated boldne…| Deb's World
Today’s post is a compilation of my thoughts about what makes each of us unique, special and how those feelings can change as we age. Stay weird, passionate, joyful and young at heart –…| Deb's World
Whenever possible , I rarely say no to travel. As the years tick by at an alarming speed, I recognize both time and ability are at a premium. And so, when a dear friend reached out last year to ask…| Life After 50
There are other factors besides attitudes that determine who helps their parents when the need arises.| partner.sciencenorway.no
Joanna L'Heureux, University of Exeter Could the bacteria in your mouth predict whether you are at r| Aged Care Insite
When I was between husbands and before my youngest came back from university, I lived alone for a while. Except for the dogs. There have always been dogs. Yes, I talk to them (who else am I going t…| Writing Wrinkles, and Random Ramblings
PhD student Adam Field discusses biogerontology (‘ageing biology’) and what we can learn from animals that are seemingly better at ageing than us about living longer, healthier lives.| Naturally Speaking
Individuals with memory-related mild cognitive impairment talked less and used fewer but more general nouns.| Asian Scientist Magazine
Young people have more voting power than they think and must register to vote by 18 June 2024 says the Intergenerational Foundation.| Intergenerational Foundation
An article asking why politicians continue to avoid intergenerational inequality in the run up to the 2024 General Election.| Intergenerational Foundation
Age Well Sg to Support Seniors to Age Actively and Independently In the Community By Joyce Teo, Senior Health Correspondent, The Straits Tim...| ifonlysingaporeans.blogspot.com
My tips to slow ageing in BBC Science Focus magazine.| Andrew Steele
