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Nourish Your Body During the Holidays
By Christine Walsh After a year like 2020, the holidays should be a time to celebrate our strength, courage and perseverance. Although attending holiday
Remaining Hopeful for the Holidays
By Sister Mary Louise Mitchell We all feel the collective grief that has come from placing our lives on pause due to COVID-19. The
Tips for Staying Active and Engaged During Quarantine
By Patty Finnigan Being in quarantine due to COVID-19 is the perfect opportunity to approach daily life more intentionally. Allowing curiosity to lead the
How Does a ‘Continuum of Care’ Benefit Seniors?
By Nichole Tyler For many seniors, moving to a retirement community is the perfect way to simplify their lives. Finding a community that offers
How Does Pet Therapy Benefit Healthy Aging?
By Mark Simpelaar and Tracy Tambe Wagging tails. Wet noses. Warm cuddles. Spending time with a friendly pet is a sure-fire way to receive
Healthcare Workers Need Our Care, Too.
By Michelle Dwyer and Victoria Bournival Healthcare workers caring for COVID-19 patients and protecting vulnerable seniors give their all to our community. Caring for
Valuing Seniors and the Mark They Make in Our Community
By Triciajean Jones Contributing one’s time, talent and life experience to benefit others is an act of kindness that never gets old. Whether living
Staying Connected While Keeping Your Distance
By Ellen Baker Time spent with loved ones is often the high point of any senior’s day. As the spread of the coronavirus makes
Aging Feet Need Good Footwear
By John Ellie, Jr. Feet are complex structures. They serve as all-in-one stabilizers, shock absorbers and propulsion engines instrumental to our overall health and