7 water myths busted
Joan Hatem-Roy, CEO We know staying hydrated is important. To help you out, here are seven water myths you can allow to evaporate thanks to the experts at the National…
10 questions about your aging journey
Joan Hatem-Roy, CEO of AgeSpan Here are 10 questions to ask yourself as you prepare for the future of your aging journey, as recommended by the American Psychological Association. How…
Trualta and other resources for those coping with dementia
Joan Hatem-Roy, CEO of AgeSpan Question: I am a 55-year-old man, taking care of my 78-year-old mother with dementia. The stress is getting to me. At night, I wake up with…
Celebrating National Senior Center Month
Joan Hatem-Roy, CEO This month, we want to celebrate our partnerships with the Councils on Aging throughout our service area. September is National Senior Center Month, and it’s a great…
All in the city, all in the family
Joan Hatem-Roy, CEO of AgeSpan The city of Lawrence comes alive every Labor Day weekend: celebrating culture and faith, bonding families, uniting the generations and passing on the best that…
Help reduce the risk of falling
Joan Hatem-Roy, CEO of AgeSpan This is Falls Prevention Awareness Week, and it’s a great time to discover everyone’s role in falls prevention. Here are some suggestions from the National…
Find help with food expenses
Joan Hatem-Roy, CEO of AgeSpan Question: I am a retired widower in my 70s and have noticed the price of food going up every time I shop. I’m worried that my…
Older adults returning to work after retirement
Joan Hatem-Roy, CEO of AgeSpan Question: When I retired from my demanding but rewarding job, I felt like I was on top of the world. I’m a 68-year-old widow and was…
Looking for more geriatric support services coordinators
Joan Hatem-Roy, CEO We know some adults aged 65 and older may find themselves in situations that require extra assistance to ensure they have a safe, supportive environment to call…
The Mobile Market offers food to those in need
Joan Hatem-Roy, CEO We are pleased to announce that our new initiative, the AgeSpan Mobile Market, is a marked success, offering free food to anyone in need in our service…