Pictured above: Robert Torres, Secretary of Aging The Pennsylvania Department of Aging promotes independence, purpose and wellbeing in the lives of older adults through advocacy, service and protection. Its goal is to create a commonwealth where older adults are embraced and empowered to live and age with dignity and respect. The department represents Pennsylvania’s rapidly … Read more
By Gina Mazza Was your favorite toy as a child an Easy Bake Oven? Where did you hang out with your high school friends? What would you pick as the best slow dance song of all time? You are invited to share pieces of your personal sentimental journey in our new column, “Walking Down Memory … Read more
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The Medicare Annual Open Enrollment Period (AOEP) for Medicare Advantage plans and Medicare Part D prescription drug plans is here, and there is still time to review your options and make changes if needed! AOEP began on October 15th and runs through December 7th. AOEP is the time of year when Medicare beneficiaries can make … Read more
Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for approximately 70 million Americans will increase in 2022. The 5.9 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will begin with benefits payable to more than 64 million Social Security beneficiaries in January 2022. Increased payments to approximately eight million SSI beneficiaries will begin on December 30, 2021. The Social … Read more
Every year on Veterans Day, November 11, we honor all veterans, past and present, who have served and continue to serve our country. In its own unique way, this is the goal every day of the year for the Fisher House Foundation, which builds comfortable homes where military and veteran families can stay free of … Read more
Ellen Carlins of Pittsburgh was looking for a creative way to help others increase and share their faith. She had an idea to combine active scripture reflection with activities in a group setting around crafting and jewelry making. From that inspiration more than 10 years ago, A Prayer to Wear was born. Ellen began offering … Read more
By Mary Bach Robocalls to home and mobile phones, and emails on personal computers are increasing, along with the number of scam victims. This is costing individuals billions of dollars. I am getting more and more complaints about how annoyed people are with a ringing phone at any time of the day and night, with … Read more
By Kimberly Blaker When a loved one struggles with fine motor control or other physical and cognitive challenges, it can make getting dressed in ordinary clothes difficult. As a caregiver, if you’re assisting a family member with dressing, you may be in search of clothing options that make the process easier. Many options are available … Read more
By Gina Mazza Everyone wants to feel comfortable, welcomed and well cared for in their home—regardless of who’s home it is. That’s why the Domiciliary Care program is a good alternative to personal care homes for those who are unable to live alone but still want their independence. Provided locally through the Allegheny County Department … Read more