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Helen Dennis
Helen Dennis is a nationally recognized leader on issues of aging, employment and the new retirement with academic, corporate and nonprofit experience. She has received awards for her university teaching at USC鈥檚 Davis School, Andrus Gerontology Center and for her contributions to the field of aging, the community and literary arts. She has edited two books, written more than 100 articles, and has frequent speaking engagements. She is the weekly columnist on Successful Aging for the Southern California 色情论坛paper Group, writing over 1,000 columns and has assisted more than 25,000 employees in preparation for the non-financial aspects of retirement. In her volunteer life, she has served as president of five nonprofit organizations. Fully engaged in the field of aging, she was a delegate to a White House Conference on Aging and is co-author of the Los Angeles Times bestseller, "Project Renewment庐: The First Retirement Model for Career Women." Helen has extensive experience with the media including Prime Time, NPR, network news, the Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, Sacramento Bee and Christian Science Monitor. She was recognized by PBS Next Avenue as one of the 50 influencers in aging for 2016. For more information, visit . Or, follow her on Facebook at or contact her at Helendenn@gmail.com.
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Successful Aging: What to consider if you鈥檙e contemplating a late in life move
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When you need help caring for an aging parent or family member, read this
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We鈥檝e heard of helicopter parents. But what about helicopter adult children?
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Try these tips for developing a healthier mindset about aging
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Having a positive attitude toward aging can add years to your life
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10 questions and answers about drinking and alcohol use in older adults
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Successful Aging: Age is just a number 鈥 for many, but not all
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Questions you should consider about aging in place
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