by Nicole Long, MSW, LICSW Did you know? Every year, one in four older adults in the U.S. has a fall, according to the National Council on Aging (NCOA). Falls pose a significant risk for ...
by Elizabeth A. Caruso, Esq. Myth or Fact? I have a Will so my family is all set and won’t have to go through probate. This is a MYTH. In Massachusetts, if you have a ...
by Janet Cornacchio, President, Scituate Arts Association In my last column, we completed a look at the “Ancient & Classical” eras of Western Art. Now, on to the next major stage in Western history—the Medieval ...
by Phyllis DeLaricheliere, MS Nutrition is very important in maintaining healthy bodies, mind and spirit. It is especially important for those battling a disease such as Alzheimer’s. With dementia/Alzheimer’s, a lack of an appetite ...
By Maria Burke, RN, Owner, Celtic Angels Home Health Care Many families have put off bringing in home health care out of concern that their loved one might be exposed to COVID-19. Others have already ...
By Chris Hanson I wasn’t going to disturb Ma, as she was too deep in thought on a sunny Thursday afternoon studying the supermarket circulars; It’s a weekly ritual for her, just like Sunday Mass. ...
By Rita La Rosa Loud, B.S. I recently read an article in ACSM’s American College of Sports Medicine Journal that really struck home. It was about how breathing can effectively reduce stress. You see I ...
Reverse mortgages now recognized as a financial planning resource that can increase and extend financial security for older homeowners. by George A. Downey Simply stated, reverse mortgages enable older homeowners the ability to convert a ...
By Phyllis DeLaricheliere, MS ACCEPTANCE Life changes in a split second. One minute you could be surrounded by friends and family who seek your advice, your time and your company, and the next you may ...
By Natalie Ahern, Owner, All the Right Moves One of the most frequent questions I receive from my clients is what to do with furniture they no longer need or want. As a downsizing specialist, ...