November 2025

NOV 13, 2025 As our world gets older, more of us have parents, grandparents, neighbors, or friends in their senior years. We see them at the grocery store, on the bus, or at family gatherings — and sometimes we notice small changes in how they speak, remember, or move through the world. What many people don’t realize is that these shifts are a natural part of aging. Understanding them can help us respond with patience and compassion instead of frustration or misunderstanding. Let’s take a closer look at what’s happening in the brain as we age and how we can all play a role in making life a little easier (and kinder) for the elderly in our communities. How Aging Affects Cognitive Functions Cognitive functions are the mental skills that help us think, learn, remember, and make decisions. As we get older, these functions don’t