We tend to admire composure in later life. Calm helps. Steadiness does

March is Nutrition Month in Canada, and the theme is Nourish to

Why Training Matters   You deserve to feel heard, not handled Have

I had a conversation recently with a dear friend and colleague, and

Shifting Holiday Traditions as We Age For many, the holidays arrive wrapped

Have you ever received a phone call or been invited to answer

Beyond Tokenism “The number of people over 60 has more than doubled

Intergenerational Learning – What Works? In a previous edition of Maturity Matters,

As I reflected on the possible topics for this month’s article, I

My husband and I live on the West Coast in Canada.  By

Aging Without Apology Means Holding Space for the Whole Story A few

Have you ever wondered why people from different backgrounds approach life, family,

Is Happiness Enough? How many times have you sung along to the

The Power of Random Acts of Kindness – Small Gestures, Big Impact

A Giver’s Heart A few weeks ago, I was asked to write

The Gift of Life – A Season of Saving Lives   The

Honouring Caregiver Appreciation Month   November is Caregiver Appreciation Month.  Preparing for

As Thanksgiving approaches, we’re reminded of the powerful sense of gratitude that

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Celebrating International Friendship Day and Assistance Dog Week Imagine you’re at a

Your Next Adventure,Travel Tips Part 2 Opening New Doors With Advanced Travel

Stories of Strength and Hope     “On this Day, I call

Music as therapy has been around since Plato’s days, but it really

While I am always ready to welcome the next emerging season, I

In today’s fast-paced world, the quiet struggle of isolation often goes unnoticed.

Love and romance are important at any age.  Our need to love

As we navigate the later chapters of our lives, the longing for

Overcoming Seasonal Blues December’s arrival usually ushers in a season sprinkled with

It is back.  It is dangerous.  It is heart-breaking.  It is called

Whenever those special holidays come around, I find myself drifting into memories.

Summertime brings about a much-anticipated reprieve from the cold, snowy, or rainy

Do you recall your childhood summers? They were a time of exploration,

As we age, the need for connection, acknowledgement, and engagement becomes even

A remarkable and cherished woman passed away a few months ago.  She

Have you ever wondered what lasting legacy you will leave behind for

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According to the General Social Survey on Canadians’ Safety (Victimization), older persons

When people consider ‘Aging IN Their Place of Choice,’ this is often

Are you one of those folks who make New Year’s resolutions, only

Freshly falling snow and crackling fireplaces.  Pastoral winter scenes remind us of

When most people think of universities, what initially comes to mind is

October 1 is recognized each year as the International Day of Older Persons.

October 1 is recognized each year as the International Day of Older Persons.

When the world is so complicated, the simple gift of friendship is within all of our hands.

When the world is so complicated, the simple gift of friendship is within all of our hands.

Chill Out Summertime, and the living isn’t always easy!  We welcome that

We have all heard knowledge is power. That’s not true. If knowledge

A statement that usually turns out to be true and also the

Just because you qualify for a senior discount doesn’t necessarily make you

Life Happens….Be Ready.  This compelling theme underscores the significance of our National

The phone rings. You pick it up and the caller identifies himself

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She stood at the gravesite on a cold November day in the

Professionals in the direct service business are really in the business of

At Christmas time and throughout the holiday season, we are reminded of

It started when one of our Certified Professional Consultants on Aging, Laurie

Did you know that your tissues and organs have their own biological

  The previous Maturity Matters Newsletter alerted us to the exodus of

Summertime, and the living isn’t always easy! We welcome that transition from

In the previous newsletter, we talked about basic rules of etiquette to

Dress Code:  Yes, Please be Dressed – Etiquette Tips For Virtual Get-Togethers

The phone rings. You pick it up and the caller identifies himself

  There is an ever-present struggle between our desire for independence, freedom,

It has long been accepted that we need good nutrition and regular

In a previous Maturity Matters, we discussed how true leadership presents inspiration,