Aging Unbound: Grace Ann Steed
Nobody embodies the theme of this year’s Older Americans Month – Aging Unbound – better than Grace Ann Steed. Grace Ann is an unending source of energy and activism who has fueled AgeSpan as a member of its Board of Directors for the past 17 years. She has served on numerous committees at the agency,…
Ask Joan: What does ‘Aging Unbound’ mean to you?
The definition of what being an “older adult” means is constantly changing. Now, more than ever, older adults are breaking and rejecting the stereotypes of aging and living longer and healthier lives. Grandparents are raising their grandkids, learning new hobbies, and leading movements to combat ageism. That’s why the theme for national Older Americans Month…
Ask Joan: The Power of Pets
Earlier this month, we celebrated National Pet Day, which reminded me how much the animals in our lives mean to so many of us. I see “Dog Mom” and “I Love My Cat” bumper stickers everywhere. Those are just reminders that, no matter what’s going on in the world, you can always rely on your…
Ask Joan: Volunteers are at the heart of AgeSpan
More than 300 people regularly donate their time and talents serving others through our agency’s programs and services. These volunteers of different ages and backgrounds have together donated more than 190,000 hours of service this past year. I feel fortunate that our agency benefits from their generosity, and what better time to recognize their efforts…
Ask Joan: Get into the swing with pickleball
Q: I’ve heard a lot about the game of pickleball, and people seem to love it. In fact, I’ve got friends who played once and got hooked. They say it’s a game for any age and not just for athletes. I’m wondering if this is something I should try as a 71-year-old woman. A: Why…
Ask Joan: Protecting your passwords from scammers
Q: I try to keep up with technology and be smart about sharing personal information online, but every day it seems I read stories about hackers and scammers stealing data. What advice do you have about staying safe online? A: So much of our lives are online today so the need to protect yourself and…
Ask Joan: Consuming alcohol as we age is common but may come with new risks
Q: My husband and I usually drink a few glasses of wine each week along with the occasional beer, but I’ve heard different things about risk factors around drinking and aging. We are in our early 70s – what should we know? A: Drinking alcohol is common among older adults, and nearly half of adults aged 65…
Difficult to gauge the level of need for seniors
Q: My siblings and I have begun to notice our parents are no longer able to manage living on their own. While they have some health issues, it doesn’t seem serious enough for a nursing home, but they do need help. What options are there? What do we need to know before we approach them? A: It…
Meals on Wheels a vital connection to seniors
Across the United States, 1 in 4 older adults lives alone and feels lonely. Meals on Wheels is a vital program that delivers more than a daily, hot meal. Our trained, volunteer drivers provide a meal, a friendly visit, and a daily safety check for adults aged 60 and older who aren’t able to leave…
Seeking SHINE volunteers: Your chance to help others
You know your community best. That’s why we want your help to support your neighbors as they enroll in Medicare for the first time, review plan options, or troubleshoot problems. Your local SHINE program (Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone on or eligible for Medicare) has an opportunity for you to train to be…
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