“Aging in place” is a focused decision to continue to live independently, safely and comfortably in your own home, while still surrounded by the healthcare, ability-related and social support you may require. Yet a recent article in the Washington Post reports that a mere 1 percent of homes are conducive to aging in place. Here […]

Throughout their lives, many people push themselves to do things that make them a little uncomfortable: they write wills, they buy burial plots, and they may even discuss their wishes for organ donation. Even though thinking about what will happen when they pass away is a step outside the emotional comfort zone for most people, […]

Winter may be (gradually) on its way out, but slips and falls are still a very real threat for anyone spending time outside. For seniors especially, the general risk of falls—indoors or out—is higher than the rest of the population. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say that falls are the leading […]

Earlier this month, there was a big setback for many transit users in Rhode Island: the elimination of no-fare bus rides for low-income disabled and elderly people. Prior to February 1st, those who qualified could receive a no-fare bus pass, which enabled thousands of people to maintain independent lives – facilitating access to healthcare appointments, […]

The flu (influenza) virus has hit Rhode Island hard this year, with the number of doctor’s office visits for flu-like illness noticeably higher this winter than last, and still on the rise. The flu is at best unpleasant to cope with, and at worst, potentially fatal — nothing to mess around with. Did you know […]

Rhode Island seniors have an important role to play in fighting back against opioid addiction in our state, according to a new program recently launched by the South Kingstown Partnership for Prevention and the Narragansett Prevention Partnership. The campaign, called “Count It, Lock It, Drop It“, gives seniors the information they need to keep their […]

In the depths of winter, the last thing seniors should be worrying about is whether they can pay their heating bills, though this is an unfortunately reality for many. But thanks to new federal funding, more Rhode Island seniors will be able to get financial assistance with their home heating costs. State Senator Jack Reed […]