What to Do During and After a Hurricane
This is the second part of a two-part story on storm safety. The first part was published in the July 16, 2022 edition of The Good Life.
The most active time for hurricanes in Massachusetts is late August through September. According to a recent press release from the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), the National Oceanic
The Atlantic Hurricane Season: Why and How to Prepare
David Pogue, in his book How to Prepare for Climate Change, cites a study by Utah sociology professor Sarah Grineski, who interviewed Houston, Texas residents in 2012 about their level of general hurricane preparedness and then interviewed them again after Hurricane Harvey hit in 2017. Not only did she find that homeowners who had prepared
RSVP: Take Just a Little Time to Make a Big Difference
Have you ever said, “I would love to volunteer, but I don’t have much free time”? Here are a few suggestions that take little time, but provide a lifeline to frail or homebound elders. If you enjoy driving, shopping, or chatting on the phone, we need you.
Good nutrition and social contact are two important supports
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