This Tuesday, October 24, is World Polio Day. Many people do not realize that polio still exists. There…
Dealing with Osteoporosis
I’ve heard the term “osteoporosis” throughout my adult life. I knew that it was a weakening condition of…
Living with Chronic Illness
People are living longer than any other time in history. Once you make it to age 65, data…
Social Isolation & Elder Abuse
According a study conducted by the National Institute of Justice, 11% of the 5,000 adults age 60 and…
Ombudsmen Advocate for Elders
LONG TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN VOLUNTEERS are trained volunteers who inform people in rehabs and nursing homes about their rights.…
A Matter of Balance (June-August 2023)
SeniorCare, in conjunction with the Healthy Living Center of Excellence and the Beverly Council on Aging, presents “A…
Fear of Falling
The fear of falling as we age is a very real concern. Most of us can tell a…
Laughter’s Health Benefits
A few weeks ago, I was driving to New Hampshire with a couple of friends. Someone said something…
The Impact of Climate Change on an Aging Population
When we think about issues that impact the lives of our elder community, we think about health care…
American Heart Month (2023)
February is American Heart Month. You may have seen women wearing red last week as part of the…