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“It’s Not Dying You Should Worry About” – Elder Advice on Staying Healthy

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The Legacy Project elders have a profound insight that can transform how younger people look at their health behaviors — before it’s too late Read More

How to be 89: Lenore’s Advice for Aging Well

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Lenore, 89, sent her lessons learned in a remarkable letter. She reflects on what makes for a good life, as well as a good old age. Some secrets: Keep learning, keep active, keep laughing. Read More

A Dog Story: What our Pets Can Teach Us

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Francine, 74, found owning a dog for the first time changed her life and motivated her to stay healthy. Read More

The Pleasures of Learning: Tony’s Story

The Legacy Project elders’ message is that old age can be highly enjoyable and filled with new opportunities. Let’s visit with a prime example of active aging: Tony, 73, who is having the time of his life. Read More

What You Do When You’re Young Will Hunt You Up When You Get Old

Manuel, 79, has stayed healthy for nearly 80 years. His lesson? Start thinking about the consequences of your health behaviors when you are young. Read More

Adapting to Aging, with a Positive Attitude

One thing I learned from the elders in the Legacy Project is that they generally do not see aging as a fearsome process of decline. Instead, it can be enjoyed, based on a positive attitude, despite problems. Read More

Act Now to Stay Healthy

Terry Chang, 77, made looking out for your health when you’re young his top lesson for living. Read More