by Cynthia Germain The great weather that we have had leads well into Memorial Day, a long-celebrated holiday since 1868. Originally known as Decoration Day, it was instituted after the Civil War to commemorate the soldiers who perished in that devastating conflict. Over time,…
by Cynthia Germain In the Fall of 2024, we launched something new—something hopeful, practical, and full of purpose. The Vitality in Aging program, made possible through a grant from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services in collaboration with the Aging Coalition of Door County,…
by Cynthia Germain Spring has a way of waking up something inside us. The days get a little longer, the sun feels a little warmer, and there’s a feeling of possibility in the air. So when we think of planting seeds, it’s easy to…
by Cynthia Germain I recently came across some studies that gave me even more reason to embrace the aging process. Turns out, many of us actually get happier as we get older. That’s right. Despite the cultural noise that often treats aging as something…
by Cynthia Germain We’ve all done it. You walk into a room with a mission. And then… nothing. You have that curious feeling that you meant to do something. You stand there, scanning the space like it’s going to give you a hint.Welcome to…
by Cynthia Germain I recently came across an article from EatingWell titled “7 Things Women Over 50 Should Do Every Morning, According to a Dietitian.” As a woman over 50 myself, I found it wonderfully practical. No gimmicks, just simple, thoughtful ways to start…
by Cynthia Germain I’ve heard a disturbing statement many times over the years…an older person saying “I feel invisible.” Each time, it hits me the same way—a stark but undeniable truth about aging in our society. These aren’t just passing comments. They are confessions,…
by Cynthia Germain Worry is nothing new. It’s part of our human experience—our minds racing ahead, considering what might happen next. But in today’s world, with the different media outlets running 24/7 reviewing constant concerns about health, finances, and global events, worry seems to…
by Cynthia Germain A family friend had recognized some months back that he and his wife could eventually no longer take care of their home and property as they once did. Rather than wait until the situation became urgent, he took the proactive step…
by Cynthia Germain In today’s fast-paced world, the cherished spirit of neighborliness often seems like a relic of the past. Yet, the Age Friendly initiative, anchored by AARP’s Eight Domains of Livability, offers a promising blueprint to revive that sense of community. These Eight…
