Mail Tribune Column — “Aging Happens” — 2015
Ellen has been writing a column, "Aging Happens," in the Mail Tribune (formerly the Ashland Tidings) since 2014. The collection on this page ran in 2015. Click on the headlines below to read columns from 2015 or click here to return to the main Column page.
Expert in the Field: Allen Drescher
How to find help unraveling the Medicare and Social Security enigmas
Thorough evaluation can sort out cognitive changes
Living Well can help with chronic conditions
Massage therapy benefits aging people
Aging Happens: It wouldn't kill you to talk about death
Aging, romance and sex: It's never too late
Exercise, socialize and stay happier
AGING HAPPENS: Two considerations for in-home caregivers
AGING HAPPENS: Ashland synagogue hosts screening of Chopra film
For a good listen, talk to the Age Wise Age Well group
Seven tasks that help prevent hospital readmissions
Aging Happens: Take steps now to remain in your home
Aging Happens: There are many different kinds of home health services
Aging happens: A meal can be about so much more than just food
Aging Happens: Communicate with your doctors about dementia
Aging Happens: The ups — and downs — of moving into an adult foster care home
What's in a name? Association sets standards
Aging Happens: Lifespan Respite serves many in Ashland community
Aging Happens: Making plans for your pet
Aging Happens: Program offers certification of 'lifelong housing'
Aging Happens: Check out Ashland Library Outreach Services
Aging Happens: Home dental care an option for seniors
Aging Happens: Program gives seniors tools to counter feelings of depression
Free fall risk assessment can reduce risk of life-altering accidents
Aging Happens: It's hard to find someone who may not know they're lost
Aging Happens: New program offers companionship for seniors
Aging Happens: Better to prepare too soon, than wait until it's too late
Aging Happens: 'Don't you remember what I just told you?'
Aging Happens: Upcoming class for caregivers teaches 'How to take care of you'
Medicare makes it tougher to get equipment
Aging Happens: Ashland could use more options for 'aging in place'
Get expert advice on what's best after hospital
Aging Happens: Boutique's mission supports end-of-life services
When you can go home again — with some help
Aging Happens: Planning now can prevent holiday travel problems later