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
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
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
February’s Letter From The CEO
A good friend of mine from our college days (good grief, that means a 50+ year relationship!) and I were chatting about how COVID is forcing conversations about the fragility of Life. We now know
The Best Exercises For Your Bones
Certain types of exercise can increase muscle mass, which in turn enhances strength, muscle control, balance, and coordination. Good balance and coordination can mean the difference between falling—and suffering a fracture—and staying on your feet.
Travel In The Age Of Covid-19 Webinar (Video)
What will travel look like as we move out of the pandemic? How can we be as safe as possible when we travel? What steps do we need to take to be on airplanes,
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
Slow down—and try mindful eating
When was the last time you enjoyed a quiet, peaceful meal without interruption? If you can't remember, you're hardly alone. These days, eating a leisurely meal is a rare luxury. Sadly, for many people, eating