Older people fret less about aging in place: AP-NORC Poll (AP) — The older you are, the less you fret about aging in your own home or community. That’s a key insight from a new Associated... Senior Living Guide 17 Jul 2023 | 08:41
The main branch of the NY Public Library at Fifth Ave. and E. 42nd St. Photo: Beau Matic NY Public Library Offers A Robust Assortment of Programs For Seniors Through Fall The New York Public Library—long a bastion of information, ideas, and education—is offering a robust assortment of programming... Senior Living Guide 18 Jul 2023 | 02:49
Long Island Sound on the north side is unique; once east of New Haven, there are few cities of consequence, with much of the landmass like this marsh. Beyond the dock on the left are just grasses, wild, free and natural. Photo: Ralph Spielman Senior Travel 2023 Visit Pittsfield — The Heart of the Berkshires Until Columbus Day weekend, 3:15pm on Fridays is a magic hour at the Moynihan... Senior Living Guide 19 Jul 2023 | 12:39
Atria West 86. Photo: 333West86.com Homes Away From Home ATRIA WEST 86 333 West 86th St 212-791-0200 333West86.com Type: Independent, Assisted Living Facilities: 150 apartments Studio,... Senior Living Guide 26 Jul 2023 | 03:22
Mark Jennings, after a diverse career that’s ranged from journalism to social work, took over as head of Project Find in January. Photo: Paula Court ( Paula Court) Serving Seniors in the City at Project Find Project Find not only enriches but celebrates the lives of its senior citizens. Executive director Mark Jennings still marvels... Senior Living Guide 19 Jul 2023 | 12:42
Wollman Rink in Central Park, which has been converted into 14 pickleball courts from summer through fall, is a symbol of the newfangled game’s colonization of racquet sports and the public consciousness. ( Photo via CityPickle) Pickleball Pro-Tips: Watch Out For Anti-Picklers, Wear Safety Goggles...And Bring Your Grandkids You’ve heard of pickleball, and if you don’t already play it, you’ve likely developed an opinion about it. The upcoming racquet... Senior Living Guide 19 Jul 2023 | 01:08
Senior man examined by an ophthalmologist, eye exam. ( peakSTOCK / Getty Images/iStockphoto) Taking Care of Your Vision: Essential Tips for Older Adults Like other organs in your body, your eyes do not stay the same as you get older. As you age, you will experience normal age-related... Senior Living Guide 19 Jul 2023 | 12:49
Medicaid Enrollment is Set to Plummet. Here’s What Beneficiaries Need to Know By Janet Trautwein Millions of Americans will soon lose Medicaid coverage, as some pandemic-era provisions that kept people... Senior Living Guide 17 Jul 2023 | 02:18
Blanca Padilla in Goddard Riverside’s Lincoln Square center. Photo courtesy of Goddard Riverside ‘I Was Waiting for It!’ At the grand reopening of Goddard Riverside’s Lincoln Square Older Adult Center, a DJ spun tunes ranging from golden oldies... Senior Living Guide 13 Jul 2021 | 01:16
Close up thoughtful upset mature woman looking out window Loneliness and the Brain Our social relationships, from the love and intimacy we share with family to the common courtesies we exchange with strangers,... Senior Living Guide 14 Jul 2021 | 08:01
Masks are a barrier to effective communication for people with hearing loss. Photo: Jonathan Taylor The Toll of Hearing Loss In 1819 Thomas Jefferson wrote, “My hearing is distinct in particular conversation, but confused when several voices cross... Senior Living Guide 11 Jul 2021 | 10:01
Five Food Facts for People Past 50 Food is food, but when you hit 50, the age AARP once arbitrarily labeled the threshold to “older,” your body begins to change... Senior Living Guide 11 Jul 2021 | 09:41
The JCC’s annual New Year’s Day Fitness Fair. Photo: Jennifer Weisbord Wellness is for Everyone In Whitney Chapman’s yoga classes for people living with cancer or Parkinson’s disease, smiling to feel good is part of the... Senior Living Guide 11 Jul 2021 | 12:10
GuildCare Tai Chi class. Photo courtesy of Lighthouse Guild Best Exercise Tips for Vision-Impaired Seniors What’s the best way to get moving? After a year inside, everyone is adjusting back to moving more, and taking care of our... Senior Living Guide 11 Jul 2021 | 10:31
Olana State Historic Site, south of Hudson NY, is a 250 acre park; the highlight of Hudson River School painter Frederick Church’s former estate is the spectacular design of the mansion, by Church and Calvert Vaux. Entrance to the park is free; house tours are given daily except Mondays for a fee. Photo: Ralph Spielman Senior Travel is Back While the world is still reeling from the impact of COVID, many of last year’s domestic travel pandemic barriers have vanished.... Senior Living Guide 20 Jul 2021 | 04:13
