A significant number of aging adults in America are facing a critical challenge that is now well past the boundaries of age and socioeconomic backgrounds. A recent study conducted by the National Council on Aging (NCOA) and the Leading Age LTSS Center at the University of Massachusetts Boston reveals that at least 80% of aging […]
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Aug
Aug
Imagine being born in a country where your rights are limited and your freedom is non-existent. Maria was born in 1952 on the beautiful and colorful island of Cuba. She was raised by her dutiful grandmother, Magdalena Perez. By the time she was seven years old, dictator Fulgencio Batista had been overthrown by the young […]
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Aug
Aug
At first chat with Joe Ferchak, you might think he was a typical Northeasterner who decided to retire to Florida to get away from the cold weather. While Florida’s sunshine was a factor, it doesn’t compare to the magical world that really drove him and his family to move to Central Florida. Joe grew up […]
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Aug
Aug
There aren’t many Americans who can say they have jumped out of airplanes to fight for America’s freedom. Not only that, but to have served in the Army for almost 30 years, fought in combat as a Ranger and went from being a private to retiring as a full-bird Colonel. A true hero, Col. Juan […]
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Aug
Aug
A story of two childhood sweethearts defines the relationship between our Amazing Seniors, Joan Riccio and Doug Wiedman. Originally from New Jersey, the two lived in the same neighborhood, going to the same grammar school and hanging out with a group of neighborhood kids going on hikes, roller-skating and going to the movies. During high […]
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Aug
Aug
Have you ever experienced heightened uneasiness, persistent sleep issues, depression, or continuous concerns about most things? All of these things can often indicate the presence of anxiety. Anxiety varies based on the person experiencing it. Chronic medical conditions such as cardiovascular ailments and diabetes, feelings of diminished health, disruptions in sleep patterns, medication-induced side effects, […]
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Aug
Aug
It’s estimated that nearly 70 percent of adults over the age of 65 go online each day to stay connected with the world around them by being active on social media and visiting other sites where they get up-to-date information about everything from health to law to special interest topics. And with the internet becoming […]
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Aug
Aug
Having turned 95 on November 25 this year, Lowell Ward is truly an inspiration. Born in Iroquois, South Dakota, growing up during the Great Depression and serving in the Navy, he has a wealth of firsthand knowledge and experiences that most Americans only read about in books. Speaking of books, Lowell has written one, “Fragments, […]
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Aug
Aug
Happy Birthday Ana, your only 92 years young!!! An incredible mother, grandmother and friend, Ana Maria Ramos Ninou is someone who is a wonderful example of a strong woman who has made it through adversity and kept her faith along the way. At 30 years old with a husband and two children, she had […]
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Aug
Aug
It’s easy to get wrapped up in the challenges we might encounter every day or to do everything for others and nothing or very little for ourselves. Because it’s difficult to just do things for ourselves and find reasons to smile sometimes, this is why Happiness Happens Month exists. This recognition month comes around every […]
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Aug
Aug
Right now, 2.2 million older and low-income renters are experiencing ‘worst-case’ housing and this is a growing problem. A growing coalition of national organizations is advocating for Congress’s support to address the pressing issue of affordable housing for a senior or older adults in general. With the increasing number of older Americans facing housing insecurity, the […]
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Everyone is invited to our next Free Lunch and Learn August 18th in Port Orange and yes it includes Lunch! Location: Volusia Memorial 4815 Clyde Morris Blvd Port Orange, Florida 32129 11am to 1pm Register here: https://ourseniors.net/lunch-learn-reservation-form/ or call 386-259-6722