Dear Alexis, My life is going pretty well, but something that has been bugging me is the lack of help I get from my husband around the house. Do you have any suggestions as to what I might do to … more

I love all things intergenerational – hobbies, projects, friends and, of course, family. One the of main reasons I feel this way is because of what I can learn from these multigenerational … more

Dear Lexis, During this time of Covid, I wondered if you had some de-stressing techniques that you could share to help people find some calm. Thanks, Julie Hey Julie, I’m glad … more

Do you know or have a frail elderly family member in need of help in their home? Finding help can be a daunting task even with someone you trust to help you navigate the internet. Scam artists abound … more

Hey Lexis, What kinds of problems do you like to help people with? And why did you choose to start an advice column in the first place? Signed:  The Editor Hey JOLT Readers, Several … more

We asked for suggestions on what you would like to see in this column and Joyce Ogden wrote: “I'm a long-time senior, retired over 24 years. Today I got a flyer (among others) in the morning … more

What comes next? Do you join Senior Services for the South Sound, the “senior center”? Become a proud member of AARP? Renovate your kids rooms into man caves and sewing parlors?  … more