How to navigate gathering for Christmas
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer Question: Last year, my extended family agreed to celebrate the holidays on Zoom due to the pandemic. Things went very well, but we would have preferred…
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How to keep it healthy for the holidays
Joan Hatem-Roy, CEO Question: I’m really looking forward to my aunt’s holiday party, seeing family and friends in the large, well-ventilated recreation hall in her condo. She’s a wonderful cook…
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The benefits of meditation
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer Question: I’ve found that I’m becoming more anxious lately, and some of my friends have recommended meditation. I don’t know a lot about it but have…
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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…
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Get creative with winter exercise ideas
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer Question: This time of year, I often become restless. I want to exercise more to work off that energy, but the winter weather makes it…
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How taste and smell change as we age
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer As we age, the years can affect our senses, including those of taste and smell. Sometimes, if persistent, these changes may indicate a larger problem,…
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What resources are available for caregivers?
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer Question: I’m feeling stressed and overwhelmed about my role as a caregiver for my dad, who’s 82 and recently diagnosed with dementia. What resources can you…
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When do seniors need a COVID-19 booster?
Joan Hatem-Roy, AgeSpan CEO Question: I am 62 years old and have received two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. I wonder when and where I should obtain a booster. Do you…
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Want to use your skills? We’re seeking SHINE volunteers
Joan Hatem-Roy, CEO Thinking about learning how to use your skills to help people? We are seeking volunteers for our Medicare counseling program SHINE (Serving the Health Insurance Needs of…
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Gratitude is the attitude
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer These days, it’s easy to become bewildered or overwhelmed when absorbing the news—on top of the stresses we all encounter in our routine lives. So,…