None of us can escape from the ageist imagery and messages that seem to be an ingrained part of our culture. We are constantly being sold “age-reversing” creams and serums, “age-defying” make-ups, and “anti-aging” superfoods. Probably in part due to this barrage of marketing, many among us are hoping for mobile, healthful elder years, and [...]
Entries from January 12th, 2011
Final Days of Comfort
by Maryam Rostami | January 5th, 2011 | No Comments
For most people, the notion of spending the last days of life in a sterile hospital room is less than savory. In fact, according to this Times article, 80% of Americans would rather spend their final moments at home. It’s inspiring to read about the (sometimes quite simple, but mostly smallish in scale) changes that [...]
