Age- and Dementia-Friendly Communities: Implementation and Success in Rural Areas
As our population ages, it’s important to ensure that our communities are equipped to meet the needs of older adults. That’s why AARP created the Age- and Dementia-Friendly Communities program. This initiative helps cities and towns become more inclusive and accessible for people of all ages, with a focus on older adults.
Since 2020, LifePath, together
Walkathon: Two weeks to go and a new memorial sign option!
The Path for Life: LifePath’s 31st Annual Walkathon on Saturday, May 6, is just two weeks away! Please join us at 101 Munson Street, Greenfield, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., rain or shine. This year’s family-friendly, in-person outdoor event offers the opportunity to celebrate one another and recognize and appreciate that we are all
The Backbone of LifePath’s Annual Walkathon
The countdown is on: There are only a few weeks left before our “Path for Life” Walkathon happens on Saturday, May 6, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
LifePath is gearing up for a fun-filled and very meaningful day. It is because of a collective effort from our sponsors, walkers, and donors, that this event has
The Athol Women’s Club and the Boardwalkers Share Reasons for Walking: What Will Your Reasons Be?
LifePath’s annual Walkathon has a history of dedicated walking teams that have made the event into a yearly priority. The reasons each team gets involved are as unique as each team.
Help Your Neighbors: Volunteer for LifePath
April is National Volunteer Month!
This past year between staff and volunteers, LifePath supported over 5,000 individuals and families in our communities. LifePath is dedicated to the well-being of older adults, individuals with disabilities, and caregivers. Every day, our teams seek to create integrated systems of care that are culturally responsive and informed by best practice.
Older Adults and Balance Problems
Have you ever felt dizzy, lightheaded, or as if the room were spinning around you? These can be troublesome sensations. If the feeling happens often, it could be a sign of a balance problem.
Many older adults experience problems with balance and dizziness. Problems can be caused by certain medications, balance disorders, or other medical conditions.
Nutrition Notes: Eating for the Health of the Earth and Future Generations
What would our diets look like if we considered not just our own nourishment and health, but also the health of the Earth and our future generations? For me, this question is central to the theme of this year’s National Nutrition Month: “Fuel for the Future.” Since 1973, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has
Meet Gary Yuhas, LifePath’s New Executive Director
My name is Gary Yuhas, and I am honored and excited to join the LifePath team!
We moved here from St. Louis, where we lived for about five years. I was recruited there to be the Director of Clinical Operations for the Washington University in St. Louis Department of Pediatrics, and was subsequently promoted to Executive
Do You Have Pep In Your Step Yet?
The Path for Life Walkathon is just two short months away! At LifePath, we are getting excited!
If you have not joined or started a walking team for “The Path for Life” Walkathon 2023, it is time!
Fun fact! It is scientifically proven that walking boosts energy levels that result in the ability to live a fuller
The Path for Life Walkathon: How will you step into the years to come?
It’s true! All Walkathon participants will be stepping foot into the 31st year of this annual event. What inspires you to get involved?
Is it the social connections that happen as you walk with friends? Could it be the competition around raising funds for LifePath? Or maybe is it that you appreciate what LifePath provides to the community?Whatever
Aging Baby Boomers Emphasize Need for Home-Based Care
There is much to reflect upon, as I write my final The Good Life article and look back over my 35+ years of work within home- and community-based services. Many advances in policies and best practices have occurred, yet we are at a juncture when expedited changes are needed vitally in response to the demographic
High Blood Pressure and Older Adults
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a major health problem that is common in older adults. Your body’s network of blood vessels, known as the vascular system, changes with age. Arteries get stiffer, causing blood pressure to go up. This can be true even for people who have heart-healthy habits and feel just fine. High