Dr. Cheryl Greenberg, Ed.D., works as a coach, or guide, for seniors and their families as they consider and plan for changes in their personal and work lives.
In the last few years, studies found that about 90% of mature adults want to "age in place." They don’t want to leave their homes, they don’t see retirement communities or assisted living as desirable for themselves, and they are not eager to move in with their children. [...]
We can almost see and taste the winter holidays. And we are ready, after missing family and friends last year, to celebrate with joy and abandon. But what does this look like in 2021? [...]
We have all just experienced an enormously challenging time and now COVID variants are causing new concerns and procedures for staying safe. We have lived through other historical crises, but the COVID-19 pandemic is exceptional. Telling your story can reduce your concerns and help others. [...]
There are almost 66 million unpaid caregivers in the United States. Not nurses, doctors, and CNAs. Sixty-six million unpaid providers caring for children, parents, partners and siblings. What a generous contribution each of these people makes to the wellbeing of a loved one! [...]
What a great thought for spring 2021! We are looking for ways to feel happy and engaged while still coping with pandemic concerns and rules. How about singing? If music is not a big part of your life, consider this: Singing familiar songs reduces stress [...]
We know that staying actively engaged in work, play, and social activities is very important to our mental and physical health and even to our ability to remember and problem solve. Create your own connections and commit to new learning and adventures for staying engaged during the pandemic. [...]
We all know this memory circle: We are in a hurry to leave for an appointment but can’t find our car keys. We jump into stress mode. We look everywhere, try to remember where we put the keys, look again. Later, when we are calm, there they are, right where [...]
The chill in the air, frost on the windows in the early morning, bright sunshine through light gray clouds: Winter can be delightful. For older adults, though, planning is important to ensure safe and enjoyable winter days. Let’s look at a few ideas for staying healthy. Safety First [...]
As caregivers, we want to support people living with dementia, but we are distressed when our help is met with anger and accusations. Why are they angry? How do we take care of our loved ones and ourselves in the face of this anger? Why Anger and Accusations? [...]
Imagine this: At a neighborhood party, you meet Gabriel, a young man who recently moved into the two-story house just down the street from your home. You welcome him warmly. Two days later, while shopping at Harris Teeter, you run into Gabriel. “Hello,” you begin … but you don’t have any idea [...]
