Feb 15, 2019
I’ve always been fond of art, and graduated from college with a degree in art history. While I have not worked in a related field, it has served me well, and it is something I truly love. I am always eager to visit New York City with all its wonderful galleries,...
Jan 15, 2019
By Michael M. Ego, Professor of Human Development and Family Studies at the University of Connecticut, who teaches the graduate course, “Adaptation and Development in Adulthood”. Dr. Ego was At Home In Darien’s special guest speaker at our Annual Meeting on December...
Dec 12, 2018
An overwhelming majority of seniors – 89% nationwide and 88% right here in Darien – want to “age in place.” They want to stay in their homes rather than move to alternative retirement settings. There are many benefits to aging in place—most importantly, seniors...
Nov 15, 2018
As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, it’s a good time to reflect on what is truly important in life. Gratitude helps us look on the bright side and reminds us of to be thankful. Practicing gratitude provides physical, psychological and social benefits....
Oct 11, 2018
Have you ever needed a plumber, electrician, handyman (fill in the blank) for any home service, but not known where to turn for a good and trustworthy recommendation? If you don’t have a personal referral, the idea of opening the yellow pages or looking online...
Sep 13, 2018
On August 21st, in conjunction with the Darien Library, At Home In Darien presented a conversation with Mary Hogan, author of the novel Left: A Love Story. Beth Paris, Director of Darien Senior Programs, spoke with Ms. Hogan about her novel, the story of a woman who...
Aug 15, 2018
If you are a pet owner like myself, you know how wonderful pets can be. Our family has a dog, a 7 year old Wheaton Terrier named Bailey and a goldfish that we think is about 9 years old who we affectionately call “Lil’ Brother”. The dog is a lot of work, the fish,...
Jul 16, 2018
Someone said to me, “I may have a smart phone, but it doesn’t make me smart!” That made me laugh but it also made me think about the fancy applications (apps) many of us have downloaded on our phones. What can we do with them? How can they make us smarter? It’s time...
Jun 12, 2018
Dehydration Summer is almost here and it will be hot! As we get older, we have to pay attention to fluid loss (better known as dehydration), particularly in the heat. While it makes sense to be aware of this in warm weather, dehydration can happen at any time of the...
May 17, 2018
Preserving your mental sharpness as you age is easier than you think. Keeping your brain active is simple and a fun way to fend off forgetfulness. Here are some tips for staying mentally sharp as we age. Control cholesterol and blood pressure. It is believed that...
