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
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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
When Is Music Therapeutic for Seniors?
By Molly Pow A split second is all it takes for a song to get you moving to the groove and feeling happier. Listening
Why Should Seniors See a Geriatrician?
By Brian Heppard, MD Are you ready to live a long life? Choosing the right health care provider for your age can help. Just
Embrace Technology for Added Safety on the Road
By Josie DiPisa Cars have come a long way since Henry Ford introduced the barebones Model T in 1908. Thanks to radar and computer
Honoring the Holidays with Hope
By Sister Mary Lou Mitchell After the loss of a loved one, it’s not uncommon to hear someone wish they could skip the holidays
Are Seniors at a Greater Risk for Developing Diabetes?
By Suellen Pineda Some foods, like fine wine, cheese and cured meats, get better with age. As we age, though, it becomes more challenging