April’s Letter From The CEO
Dear Friends, I was chatting with a good friend the other day who lamented how difficult it is to navigate our medical care system. Like many in my generation, she is the primary care-giver for
How Aging Affects Focus
Just as you may not run as fast or jump as high as you did as a teenager,your brain's cognitive power—that is, your ability to learn, remember, and solve problems—slows down with age. You may
The Best Core Exercises For Older Adults
After a long winter with lots of isolating and maybe too little physical activity, it might be time to give your core muscles more attention. These muscles, located throughout much of your trunk, are the
Interview with Dr. Geoff Galbraith
We had a wonderful conversation with Dr. Geoff Galbraith, who is a member of the board at the Amazing Care Charitable Foundation. We learn more on why he decided to join the charitable foundation, and
How To Get Rid Of Muscle Cramps In Your Legs
The muscles in your legs are made up of bundles of fibers that alternately contract and expand to produce movement. A cramp is a sudden, involuntary contraction (tightening) of one of these muscles, typically in
4 Ways To Improve Focus And Memory
Normal aging leads to gradual changes in many skills associated with thinking and memory. For example, you might find it harder to focus your attention and absorb information quickly. The slowdown in processing can lead
Video: COVID-19 Vaccination Updates Webinar
As COVID vaccinations become available, there may still be confusion about them. In the webinar we will discuss all aspects of them. What vaccines are available? What doses are needed? As well as: How they
March’s Letter From The CEO
I’m one of the lucky ones. Given my age (71 years), I was able to obtain my Covid vaccine this month. Like family and friends who have received the vaccination, I am grateful to the
Strength Training Builds More Than Muscles
Most of us know that strength training (with free weights, weight machines, or resistance bands) can help build and maintain muscle mass and strength. What many of us don't know is that strong muscles lead
Video: The Role Of Academia As We Age Webinar
Mills College has long welcomed curious learners of all ages, from the very young students who attend the Mills College Children's School to the alumna who earned a BA in art history from Mills