Get your flu, COVID-19 and RSV vaccines before the holidays are here By Ginny Jurofcik, CEO, LifeSpan, Inc. and Joe Aul, Executive Director, Eastern Area Adult Services on behalf of Meals on Wheels Greater Pittsburgh As the holiday season draws near, let’s remember that getting vaccinated against flu, COVID-19, and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) is … Read more
Q. What is Surprises for Shut-ins? A. The 38th annual Surprises for Shut-ins is a Christmas program of the Beaver County Office on Aging. It provides a bag of gifts and a friendly visit in December 2024 to isolated and homebound adults ages 60 and older who live in the community. They are identified by … Read more
If helping others, meeting new people and having fun appeal to you, then becoming a member of the Heritage Valley Beaver Auxiliary may be just the thing for you. The Auxiliary is comprised of Beaver County women who serve the hospital by promoting volunteerism and raising funds for Heritage Valley Beaver. Since its inception in … Read more
Cover photo: Julie Capone is installed at the Academy of Trial Lawyers of Allegheny County for her work in protecting elders against abuse and neglect. By Emma Federkeil, Communications Director Allegheny County District Attorney’s Office District Attorney Stephen A. Zappala, Jr. and the Allegheny County District Attorney’s Office remain dedicated to protecting seniors from fraud … Read more
By Debbie Wagner The holidays are the most wonderful time of the year for music, caroling, festivals and walks down memory lane to Christmases past. I hope the Q&A below inspires you to reflect on holiday cheer from prior years … because music and memories are the greatest gifts of all! What are your memories … Read more
Cover caption: Veterans Ambassador Council member Joseph “Sonny” Hanlon loves his two poodles. By Gina Mazza In 2023, a United States Military veteran made a poignant comment to the staff at Animal Friends, a full-service companion animal welfare organization located in Pittsburgh’s North Hills: “There were so many times when I wanted to end it … Read more
The Roaring 20s was the theme of the 20th annual Caregiver Appreciation event for the Beaver County Office on Aging’s Caregiver Support Program. The gala took place on June 26 at Monaca Turners in Monaca. The hall was decked out in black and gold and featured a fun photo booth with props reminiscent of the 1920s. … Read more
By Debbie Wagner Classic cars are so popular because they’re like taking a sweet ride into the past with vintage wheels. The many fabulous car shows in our local communities allow us to indulge in remembrances of former eras when we cruised in true style. Let’s step back in time with these classic beauties and … Read more
Recent studies show that practicing the ancient form of martial art called Tai Chi can reduce falls in older adults by 70 percent. According to Harvard Medical School, this gentle, low-impact form of exercise goes a long way in helping seniors maintain strength, flexibility, vitality, balance and an improved immune system—all without forcing the muscles, … Read more
Allegheny County District Attorney Stephen A. Zappala, Jr. recently launched a video called “Red Flags of Fraud” in partnership with the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh (HACP) and in conjunction with Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Written and produced by the District Attorney’s Office in collaboration with HACP, the video features Senior Justice Advocates … Read more