Ageist thinking has been a staple of American culture for hundreds of years. How many times have we heard these sentiments being touted as facts? Being old is a bad thing; older adults aren’t fit for work; older adults need protecting; older people are slow and stuck in the past; and older people have less [...]
Q: I cannot stop watching the news all day and it is making me anxious. How can I balance staying informed with my mental health? A: Many people struggle with this issue, including myself. We want to stay informed and not ignore the reality of the world news, but the toll it takes on our [...]
Check out this overview of the range of programs and services that Senior Concerns provides for seniors and family caregivers. You may be surprised to find services you didn't know about!
Thank You! The Annual Meals On Wheels Holiday Gift Drive Was A Terrific Success! Every year our Meals On Wheels Holiday Gift Drive is a highlight for our Meals On Wheels recipients! Through the generosity of our community we are able to gather donated items, package them in holiday gift bags and deliver them [...]
Many years ago, when my husband Peter and I lived in New Jersey, he took the train to Manhattan for work. It was far from a glamorous experience. Cutting it close each day, (because he wanted to squeeze out every minute of sleep in the mornings) he jockeyed for a parking spot in the [...]
Recently, I participated in a support group and I was reminded about the importance of creating connections. In my career working with older adults and family caregivers I have often commented that my goal is to create community. Creating community, to me, means that people start to see they are not alone, and that [...]
Q: How can I be sure that I am treating people with disabilities with respect? I always worry I will say the wrong thing. A: I really appreciate your question and think it is always important to remind ourselves not to stereotype people with disabilities or make assumptions about them. I have a friend, Carol [...]
My husband and I became recent victims of check fraud. Our story begins a month ago when I wrote a check out to a company who will be doing some work for us later this year. The contract required a 10% deposit at the time of booking. I mailed it by depositing the check in [...]
