Honoring Rainbow Elders’ Lived Experience for Pride Month
There are times when it is particularly important to give our attention to LGBTQ+ Pride. Right now, with the brazen increase in anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric in the news and in the culture, remembering the inherent value and the tremendous gifts LGBTQ+ people offer the world is essential. We have always been here. We have been a
Meeting Dolores: How a Daily Walk Led to a New Friend
As spring quickly turns to summer, it is a lovely time to enjoy all that nature has to offer. Whether sitting near an open window, or, if able, venturing outdoors, we can reconnect with the natural world and our community. For many, walking is an easy and no-cost way to get outside and realize the
31st Annual Walkathon: The Path for Life Was Sunny and Joyful
Whether you joined us as a sponsor, fundraiser, community partner, volunteer, walker, entertainer, staff person, or otherwise—we were so pleased you made LifePath and those we serve a priority.
What a wonderful day we had to celebrate the 31st annual Path for Life Walkathon on Saturday, May 6. Whether you joined us as a sponsor, fundraiser,
May is Older Americans Month, a Time to Celebrate Aging Unbound and Challenge the Status Quo!
Established in 1963, Older Americans Month (OAM) is celebrated every May. Led by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), OAM is a time for us to acknowledge the contributions and achievements of older Americans, highlight important trends, and strengthen our commitment to honoring our older citizens.
This year’s theme, Aging Unbound, offers an opportunity to explore
LifePath Receives Grant from Meals on Wheels America with Support from The Home Depot Foundation for Aging Veterans Home Repairs
Meals on Wheels America announces that The Home Depot Foundation has committed $2.53 million to support expansion of Helping Homebound Heroes, a program that provides home repairs and modifications for aging veterans. This increase in funding will enable Helping Homebound Heroes to double its geographic reach, from eight to 16 markets across the country.
“We are
THANK YOU for Contributing to The Path For Life Walkathon!
Thank you to all who participated to make this year’s event a success. Sponsors, fundraisers, team members, walkers, donors, staff, family, friends, and volunteers—we are so grateful for all the ways you showed your support so that we may provide the support and services needed by members of this community.
Money is still coming in, and,
Medicare Savings Program Offers New Expanded Eligibility
Many more are now eligible for significant savings.
The Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MSP) has expanded eligibility guidelines by 60% in 2023.
Good news for elders! The Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MSP) has expanded eligibility guidelines by 60% in 2023. That’s a big win! Thanks to the Advocacy of Mass Senior Action Council, State Legislators, the Governor’s
Older Generations Give the Gifts of their Life Perspectives
Hello, The Good Life Readers. My name is Gary Yuhas and I am excited and honored to make my first contribution to The Good Life as the recently appointed Executive Director of LifePath.
I am thankful to be offered this opportunity to lead LifePath. LifePath holds special importance for me for a number of reasons. I’ve
Walkathon: Let’s talk about event day!
Have you marked your calendar for the Path for Life Walkathon yet? If not, it’s time to! Bring your team! Bring your family! Bring your friends!
Join us on May 6, from 10 AM to 1 PM, as the community comes together to celebrate LifePath’s 31st annual walkathon. If you haven’t joined us before, you might
Age-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-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 with its
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