How to Help a Grieving Friend or Relative
When someone close to you experiences a loss, you naturally want to support that person and let him or her know that you care, but it can be difficult to know what to say or what to do. The most impo
Read MoreWatch Out for Death-Related Scams
Research shows that vulnerability to a scam is highest in the three years after a major stress, such as a death in the family. After losing a loved one, survivors can be emotionally vulnerable in the
Read MoreHandling Difficult Anniversaries After a Death
After the loss of a loved one, feelings of loss can reemerge on the anniversary of your loved one’s death or other special days throughout the year, such as birthdays, holidays, or wedding anniversar
Read MoreThe Most Helpful Apps for Seniors
Smartphones and other smart devices have become part of everyday life for most people – including seniors! Oder adults can use their apps for their smart devices to help track medications and blood p
Read MoreFive Ways to Honor the Service Men and Women in your Life
On November 11 we will observe Veteran’s Day – a day to celebrate and honor every soldier – past, present, living, or deceased – for his or her service in the military. As citizens of the United Stat
Read MoreHow to Recognize, Prevent and Address Elder Abuse
No matter what age, everyone is entitled to be treated with kindness, respect and compassion. Unfortunately, elder abuse is a widespread problem and hundreds of thousands of adults over the age of si
Read MoreAnnual Coat Drive Has Begun: Gently Used Coats Needed to Provide Warmth For the Winter!
Help us provide warmth to the needy during our seventh annual coat drive, underway now through the end of November. Help us meet our goal to collect 250 COATS THIS WINTER!
Read MoreTwo American Icons Memorialized with Deeply Personal Tributes
Over the Labor Day weekend, two extraordinary Americans were laid to rest with outsized memorials to match their larger-than-life personalities, talents and accomplishments – Aretha Franklin, the Que
Read MoreHow to Help Kids Who Are Grieving
Losing a loved one can be painful for anyone, but it is especially difficult for children and teens. While it may be tough to figure out the best ways to comfort an adult who has lost a loved one, it
Read MoreFive Fun Things to Do with Grandchildren in the Summer
It’s summertime! The days are long; the nights are warm; and the grandkids are out of school. Take advantage of this special time of year to create summer memories with your grandchildren that will l
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