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Fortune Magazine: ‘True Cost of Aging’ index shows many seniors can’t afford basic necessities

Elizabeth Fischetti

Jan 12
5 min

Fortune Magazine: ‘True Cost of Aging’ index shows many seniors can’t afford basic necessities

The following is an article originally posted by Fortune in July 2022: Fran Seeley, 81, doesn’t see herself as living on the edge of a...

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Elizabeth Fischetti

Jan 6
2 min

A Brief Guide to the Activities of Daily Living and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living

The following article originally appeared on Ready Set Care: Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) describe the basic activities of daily...

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Elizabeth Fischetti

Dec 9, 2022
1 min

How do I celebrate the holidays with someone in assisted living?

Do you have a loved one at Bright Side Manor, or another assisted living facility? Here's an article with tips for celebrating the...

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Elizabeth Fischetti

Dec 5, 2022
2 min

2022 Holiday Gift Guide

Are you looking for the perfect gift for an older adult in your life? We've come up with a list of options that your friend or family...

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Elizabeth Fischetti

Oct 21, 2022
1 min

Taking 4,000 Steps a Day Can Reduce Dementia Risk—But More Walking Is Even Better

Check out this article about how walking can keep your mind healthy and reduce the risk of developing dementia.

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Elizabeth Fischetti

Oct 17, 2022
1 min

Social Security recipients get 8.7% cost-of-living increase, the highest in more than 40 years

Click here to read more about the COLA adjustment coming in 2023.

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Elizabeth Fischetti

Oct 5, 2022
1 min

22 Tips for Seniors to Avoid Scams

Far too many older adults fall prey to scammers who are looking to make a quick buck. Here are 22 tips that can help you steer clear of...

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Understanding the Health Provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act

Elizabeth Fischetti

Oct 4, 2022
1 min

Understanding the Health Provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act

Check out this article from the Kaiser Family Foundation about the ins-and-outs of how the Inflation Reduction Act impacts healthcare...

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Elizabeth Fischetti

Sep 14, 2022
4 min

Our Stories: Alice Peck Soll

Alice Peck Soll has always been a force to be reckoned with. At 94 years old, she is vibrant, strong, and enjoys food shopping and...

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Elizabeth Fischetti

Jun 30, 2022
3 min

Our Stories: Trish McHale

Trish McHale was shy, and never quite understood how she came to be the youngest member of the most outgoing family in town. Her older...

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"21 displaced, 54 laid off as longterm care center closes nursing unit due to money woes from COVID"

Tracy Lenok

Jan 16, 2022
1 min

"21 displaced, 54 laid off as longterm care center closes nursing unit due to money woes from COVID"

Sadly, this article confirms the special challenges that small, independent non profit operators are grappling with....

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Tracy Lenok

Dec 15, 2021
1 min

Aging In Place

For healthy aging in place, bright lights can make a huge difference in creating a safer environment and carpets should be attached...

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Tracy Lenok

Nov 16, 2021
1 min

How to Thrive as a Solo Ager

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Tracy Lenok

Oct 25, 2021
1 min

Opening New Digital Doors

Using Hoopla with Your Library Card - Join our very own EJ for a new episode! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=20N0a_U2vp4&t=159s

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Tracy Lenok

Oct 25, 2021
1 min

Dementia Is a Family Affair

Click here to read the full article https://bit.ly/3pl1cl1

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Tracy Lenok

Aug 31, 2021
1 min

How to use FaceTime

Our very own EJ, Social Worker/Assistant Administrator, shows us How to Use FaceTime Click here to view the video...

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Making Sense of Nutrition Advice for Seniors

Tracy Lenok

Jun 9, 2021
1 min

Making Sense of Nutrition Advice for Seniors

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Tracy Lenok

May 27, 2021
1 min

Diet and Alzheimer's

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Age Segregation, Loneliness and Addiction: Why Aren’t We Connecting the Dots?

Tracy Lenok

May 13, 2021
1 min

Age Segregation, Loneliness and Addiction: Why Aren’t We Connecting the Dots?

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The Importance of Friendship for Alzheimer’s Patients

Tracy Lenok

Apr 23, 2021
1 min

The Importance of Friendship for Alzheimer’s Patients

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