New SHINE Graduates Are Ready to Help with Medicare Options
Above, left to right: Lynne Feldman, Director of Community Services, LifePath; SHINE Graduate Chris Maguire; Shine Graduate Juan Concepcion; SHINE Graduate Donna Griffin; SHINE Graduate Lynn Hills; SHINE Graduate Sam Fowler; Lorraine York-Edberg, SHINE Regional Program Director.
On June 9, 2022, six people celebrated their graduation from the SHINE program, with five attending a luncheon at
Awareness of Scams Is Power
While it’s important for everyone to protect themselves from financial and identity scams, older adults can often be at a heightened risk. The Federal Trade Commission estimates in 2020, Americans aged 60 and older lost $602 million to fraud, scams, and financial exploitation. While many tactics used by scammers are not new, COVID-19 has created
Nutrition Notes: Food and Mood—What’s the Connection?
When you’re feeling stressed, or after having a bad day, do you ever find yourself mindlessly eating chips out of the bag, ice cream from the container, or a very large piece of chocolate? You may have experienced this kind of stress eating, but do you think there’s a connection between your food and your
A Good Life For LGBTQIA+ Elders in 2022
In 2022, the LGBTQIA+ community is experiencing growing acceptance and support in parts of our world, but increased repression in other places. We see growth in new Pride celebrations and the popping up of local gatherings for folks of all ages. Despite the ongoing impact of the pandemic, people are meeting virtually or safely in-person,
An Interview with Elder Protective Services Worker Susan Arnold
Wednesday, June 15, is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. In honor of this day, The Good Life interviewed Susan Arnold, who has been an Elder Protective Services Worker at LifePath for 9 years.
What is the purpose of Elder Protective Services (PS)?
To improve the safety, independence, and quality-of-life for vulnerable adults over the age of 60
Spring Rejuvenation: Self-Care Steps for Hope and Well-Being
As we emerge from winter and embrace the warm, longer days of spring and summer, it’s important to take time to reflect on your own well-being, especially when it comes to worry and stress. Many people have found themselves feeling overwhelmed by the seemingly never ending cycle of global events that weigh heavily on their
All Together Now = Happy Together
On Saturday, May 7, The All Together Now Festival: Celebrating LifePath’s 30th Annual Walkathon allowed us to give, receive, and be happy together.
Attendees had the opportunity to walk, learn, connect, and spread joy and goodwill. We thank the LifePath staff who created opportunities for attendees to engage with their programs. Many times over we heard,
How Physical Activity and Exercise Prevents Premature Aging by Improving Health
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The Cost of Inactivity
For those of us with chronic conditions, being physically active and exercising are two of the best things we can do to improve health.
In the Time Magazine article “The New Science of Exercise,” Dr. Mark Tarnopolsky says, “the most effective, potent way that we
Thank You For Being “All Together”
The All Together Now Festival: Celebrating LifePath’s 30th Walkathon was AMAZING! To be all together was a true gift. Our hearts are filled with joy to have reconnected following two years of virtual events. What a treat to see so many faces, new and returning, at our celebration.
Thank you to all who participated to make
Age My Way!
Older adults play vital, positive roles in our communities – as family members, friends, mentors, volunteers, civic leaders, members of the workforce, and more. Just as every person is unique, so too is how they age and how they choose to do it – and there is no “right” way. That’s why the theme for
Legal Notes: Joint Bank Accounts—A Convenient Tool, with Pitfalls
A common estate planning goal is smooth administration of one’s affairs in incapacity and at death. People often create a joint bank account adding another person, typically a spouse or an adult child, so the other account holder can assist with bill paying and have uninterrupted access to the account for funeral and other expenses.
Make
Come Walk With Us
We look forward to welcoming you this morning for The All Together Now Festival: Celebrating LifePath’s 30th Annual Walkathon from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 101 Munson Street in Greenfield. Come walk, talk, and just be “All Together Now.”
All activities will be held outside, rain or shine. Signage will direct participants to park in