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"Being part of Next Avenue's launch team was exhilarating and a little frightening,” recalls Next Avenue’s former managing editor, Richard Eisenberg, who recently retired from our staff.
“We knew our mandate was to create a compelling website to help people 50-plus navigate their lives, but were mostly on our own to figure out how to do that."
“After meeting with scores of experts in aging who worked in nonprofits, government agencies and academia, our scrappy team began finding our way, leading to going live in May 2012.”
Now, here we are! And we definitely couldn’t have made it this far without the support of readers like you. Here’s what you told us you’ve enjoyed about reading Next Avenue over the years:
“I’ve been reading Next Avenue for at least seven years … At first, I was focused on trying to learn everything I could to serve my mom better. Still am! And as I entered the 50-plus age group, I found I was reading more to help me in my own aging experience.”
— Nancy T.
“I was searching for tips on creating a will and the website came up, then I saw it had all sorts of other good practical info.”
— Heather K.
“I’ve read and shared many articles — those about what to do with our 'stuff,' and those about personal writings have been very helpful to me and have inspired conversations with loved ones.”
— Elizabeth S.
“I’ve been a caregiver for over 10 years … So many good articles. I rely on NA for good information.”
— Connie R.N.
“[I’ve been reading Next Avenue since] it launched! Keep up the great work!”
— Michelle R.
“I talk about the issues brought up with my husband on a regular basis and it helps us think through some stuff.”
— Becky F.
“[I would love] a book with all your stories.”
— Mary Ann H.
“I’m enormously proud of what Next Avenue has become and how helpful it's been for older adults,” concludes Rich Eisenberg. “I can't wait to see where it goes."
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