Perfect weather, calm seas, and a great group of guests who came ready to party made for fun…
Blood Donors Critically Needed
I entered the Army right after high school. During my five-plus years in the service, I got into…
Cellphone SIM Card Fraud
Our smart phones may be small, but they are computers with many of the same capabilities as full-size…
Independence Day (2023)
We are approaching one of my favorite holidays—Independence Day! I love this holiday. Between the bonfires, parades and…
Juneteenth (2023)
This Monday is Juneteenth—a celebration that honors the end of slavery in the United States. The U.S. Congress…
LGBTQ+ Elders & Social Isolation
Remaining social is an important aspect of healthy aging. An active social life provides a sense of belonging,…
In Memory of Kate Van Demark
In the early morning of April 20, 2023, we lost a dear friend and passionate advocate for the…
Self Neglect: a Common Form of Elder Abuse
June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month. World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is June 15, and was launched 2006…
SNAP Update May 2023
SNAP = Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (i.e., food stamps) After the extra federal SNAP benefits ended in March…
Ombudsmen Advocate for Elders
LONG TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN VOLUNTEERS are trained volunteers who inform people in rehabs and nursing homes about their rights.…