Become a Nutrition Solution Volunteer! These volunteers assist homebound older adults who have recently been discharged from the hospital by setting up weekly phone calls to address issues of food insecurity and social isolation. They also help with the delivery of meals, groceries and other essentials. More volunteers are both needed and appreciated.

As soon as I stepped up on a five-gallon bucket to change a light bulb, I knew I was doing something dumb. Falls don't just happen to the very frail and very elderly. An unexpected tumble can be debilitating, regardless of your age. Put the bucket away and read more about how to stay on your feet.

National Deaf Awareness Week is the third week of September. This is a chance to learn more about deaf culture and the many ways in which we can communicate and stay connected. Here are some reliable pointers to help you communicate more comfortably with those who cannot hear.

Over time, as we adjust to a threat and stress levels drop, it’s natural to let our guard down. It’s important to remember though, that if we take a break on safety measures, coronavirus doesn’t; it continues infecting people. According to experts, creating habits out of safety routines may help us maintain them without having to think about them.

With more people learning online, we would like to highlight some of the digital resources we have for educators. Chances are, a student will know someone who receives retirement or disability benefits. This could be a way to relate our many programs to a new audience.

A home is most peoples’ single biggest asset, and it holds so much meaning and memories. If a single person enters a nursing home with a house but no money, many people don’t know that the new regulations say that the house is a countable asset, and the person won’t qualify for assistance.