Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer Q. My husband and I got our REAL IDs years ago when it was first announced that we will need them to fly on a plane. But recently, I received an email saying that my REAL ID was canceled and that I needed to go online and fix...
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer Q. Now that the weather is getting warmer, I am spending more time out in my garden. My daughter keeps telling me I should be careful about being in the sun, but I have spent every spring and summer in my garden for years. Do I...
There’s something about a favorite song that can connect us to the past – and to each other. That was the feeling during a recent music program coordinated by AgeSpan at the Andover Housing Authority. Residents of Stowe Court, Chestnut Court, and Grandview Terrace in...
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer This week in my column, I would like to take a moment to acknowledge an organization that is making a real difference in the City of Lawrence: the Lawrence Partnership. The mission of the Lawrence Partnership, to build a...
A beautiful day on the links for a great cause! Many thanks to the sponsors, players, volunteers, and other supporters who helped make the AgeSpan 2025 Annual Golf Classic a big success. The event, which took place June 2, 2025, at the Haverhill Country Club, raised...
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer Q. My husband has Parkinson’s and has been seeing a physical therapist. We have grown to really like this young man, and the PT is helping my husband with his symptoms. But when we got our last Medicare statement, it looked...
For an older adult who is caring for a family member, managing multiple doctor’s appointments, or simply juggling the many demands of daily life, cooking and eating healthy meals can fall to the bottom of the priority list. That was the case for Susan Hriczo, who...
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer Q. I have been seeing the same primary care doctor for the last 18 years. I really feel like he understands me and knows my health history. I recently learned that he will be retiring soon. How do I go about choosing a new...
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer Each week in this column, I share thoughts and guidance on navigating life with purpose and vitality. This week, I'm inviting you to share your insights with me. Do you know someone over 60 who inspires you with their love of...
Bonnie Sisson sees challenges as opportunities and thrives on making meaningful connections with people. When she looks back on her 45 years working for AgeSpan, she feels a great sense of pride and accomplishment. “To be a part of this mission, allowing people to...