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? Joan Hatem-Roy, CEO of AgeSpan...
What we do, and why you may love working here.
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer There are lots of options when it comes to choosing a place to work. We understand people want to make a difference—working with an organization that gives them flexibility, a great environment, and meaningful benefits. The...
New program provides free tablet computers and internet access to local residents
We took time today to celebrate and thank our awesome staff during our annual Years of Service ceremony. It’s a time to recognize everyone’s hard work and acknowledge the milestone anniversaries of more than 50...
Putting the aging process in perspective
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer Q: My daughter recently celebrated her 40th birthday. She received many cards and gifts, some humorous, some sentimental, and was treated to a wonderful party. When the festivities were over, she acted a bit down and...
Visiting after vaccination
Joan Hatem-Roy Chief Executive Officer Q: I am fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and feel a great sense of gratitude and relief. Is it finally OK for me to visit my aunt in her long-term care facility? A: Becoming fully vaccinated is certainly a milestone. Many...
Finding rehab help outside the hospital
Q: Two months ago, my husband broke his femur when he fell in our home. He had surgery to insert a rod and pins into the bone and was hospitalized for several days. Joan Hatem-Roy Chief Executive Officer Since that time, he has been staying in a rehabilitation...
Watch out for vaccine scams
Q: My neighbor told me she received an email claiming that she could obtain an exemption and get the COVID vaccination before her age group becomes eligible. Joan Hatem-Roy Chief Executive Officer She is on Medicare but is only 65 years old. She tends to be a...
Other vaccines elders should consider
Joan Hatem-Roy Chief Executive Officer Q: As I plan to get my vaccination for COVID, several of my friends have been chatting on Zoom about other vaccinations we should be getting. We have seen commercials on television and are a little confused about what is...
Finding short-term care solutions
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer Q: My elderly mother has been living with me for several years. This has been a satisfactory arrangement for both of us. I am scheduled for a surgical procedure soon and will be in the hospital for a couple of days. I also...