One Parent's Surprise: A Transgender Child

The toughest conversation of my life was the one in which our teenage son told us he was transgender, meaning he identified as a female. The second hardest was when I had to tell my family, especially my 70-something mom who I knew would struggle with it, as I was.

Running the Monument Avenue 10k for 18 Straight Years

Boomer Brad Armstrong has run every Monument Avenue 10k with his daughters by his side.

Spending: Travel abroad for low-cost medical care

Well-Meaning Advice

A caregiver is torn between her instincts and her critics.

The Joy of Aging Sex

The Ins and Outs of Desire

Planning for the Eventualities of Aging

For you and the loved ones in your care

Healing From a Loss of Independence

Managing the changes that come with the new phase of life

Tips for Coping with Grief During the Holidays

From Comfort Zone Camp in Richmond

Advice on Feeling Guilty for a Parent's Move

If I send my mother to assisted living, am I the world’s worst daughter?

More Than Just a Roof Over Your Head

Understanding the changing array of residential options as our families age