Older Americans Act is worth celebrating – July 12, 2025
By Lynn Kellogg July 14 marks the 60th anniversary of the national Older Americans Act (OAA). Five national organizations championing the cause of the older population have come together to declare July 14 a Day of Action and awareness of the tremendous impact of the OAA. The organizations: ADvancing States, National Association of Nutrition and Aging Services Programs […]
“Invisible After 70”: The Quiet Crisis of Aging in Plain Sight – May 24, 2025
By Christine Vanlandingham “I feel invisible. People don’t see me now.” That quiet confession came from a woman I’ve long admired—an energetic, community-engaged retiree who once led local initiatives, mentored young professionals, and rarely missed a town hall meeting. She retired a few years ago, and though her calendar remains full, something has shifted. She’s […]
The perils of ageism – May 10, 2025
Understanding and Valuing Every Generation By Christine Vanlandingham Ageism, defined as stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination against people based on their age, is a pervasive issue that manifests in various forms. It affects young and old alike, though older adults often bear the brunt more severely. This bias against age can have profound negative impacts on […]
Internet resources ending; emergency preparedness takes planning – Sara Duris – May 18, 2024
Q. We are raising our grandson on our limited Social Security income and have relied on the Affordable Internet assistance to help us have good internet coverage for him to have a computer for homework. Do you know why this help is ending? A. The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) was created as an extension of […]
Preventing falls is a question of assessing spaces – Sara Duris – Dec. 23, 2023
Q. My friend’s mother almost burned her house down the other day by falling asleep with something left cooking on the stove. The kitchen smoke alarm didn’t wake her but luckily her dog barking did. It makes me worried for my own parents as they can be forgetful too and they also have hearing problems. […]