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In just about a month, AgeSpan board members, staff, volunteers, partners, and supporters will gather for one of my favorite days of the year: the AgeSpan Annual Luncheon. It’s our opportunity to come together to celebrate the accomplishments of the past year and look forward to the work we continue to do together to create…
When mom starts to need help getting dressed in the morning, preparing her meals, or keeping her medications straight, it’s often a daughter or another family member or friend who steps in to help. Spending time helping with these activities of daily living can be very rewarding, but for a caregiver, it can also mean…
Q. I just started a new job where I will be managing people of all ages. My new team has a lot of young workers at the start of their careers, but also many who are in their 60s and even a few in their 70s. I am not sure how they will work together….
Q. As my parents get older, I’m realizing I don’t know much about their financial situation. What steps can I take now to make sure I can help them later if needed? A. It can be awkward to talk with our parents about money, but it’s one of the most important conversations we can have….
Q. My husband sometimes tells me that he feels dizzy. He recently started a new medication, and I am wondering if that is to blame. I keep telling him to call his doctor, but he says he’s fine. Am I overreacting? A. You’re not overreacting. Some medications can cause dizziness, which may increase the risk…
For AgeSpan Resident Service Coordinators, sometimes it’s one small thing that opens the door to big changes for the older adults they work with. In the case of RSC Liz Speranza and resident Bernie, it was a Tracfone. As an AgeSpan RSC, Liz is based in the Methuen Housing Authority, connecting residents with programs and…
Q. I recently saw on social media that Good Neighbor Day is coming up and it’s had me thinking of an older woman on my street who lives alone. We’ve both lived here for years, and I know she is still living in her home, but I hardly ever see her. Would it be strange…
The AgeSpan Power of Pets fundraiser was a dog-gone good time! This event, which was held on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at BareWolf Brewing in Amesbury, featured opportunities to network, raffle prizes, a competitive game of Pet Bingo and, of course, a few lovable furry friends. AgeSpan raised more than $10,000 at the event. Proceeds…
Q. My daughter keeps suggesting that I check out the senior center in my town. I’m only 63! I feel too young to be going to a senior center. She says I’m being stubborn and that there are a lot of activities for someone my age. Who’s right? A. Your daughter is onto something. Many…
Q. My granddaughter just headed off to college. I am so proud of her! I have always lived nearby and we’re very close. How can I keep our connection now that she’s off at college? A. Heading off to college is a big milestone. Congratulations to your granddaughter! It’s wonderful that you’ve built a special…