By Gina Mazza The highly anticipated opening of Circle of Friends in Conway has finally arrived! About a year after the Baden center was closed, Circle of Friends has relocated to 305 11th Street and Third Avenue in Conway. The soft opening occurred on June 1, and the center will host an official grand opening … Read more
Elaine Riberich volunteers as a garden steward with the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, tending gardens at the busy intersections of Beechwood, Saline and Hazelwood avenues and at Forbes Avenue in Oakland, next to Dippy the dinosaur. Her dedication to stewarding community flower gardens is so great that she even convinced a city councilwoman to refurbish nearby … Read more
With Elder Abuse Awareness Day being recognized on June 15, we reflect on how the last two years have been particularly devastating to older adults in Allegheny County. Conditions created by the pandemic health crisis have killed more seniors than any other age group. Additionally, it created an environment in which people have often felt … Read more
DHS is happy to welcome Dr. Tharp Gilliam, a behavioral scientist and long-time leader in the county’s non-profit sector, as the new head of the Area Agency on Aging. Prior to joining DHS, Tharp Gilliam served in several non-profit senior leadership roles, including most recently as a director of research and evaluation for the Homewood … Read more
The unconditional love of a pet can add joy, fun and a sense of comfort to anyone of any age. Older adults sometimes have fewer opportunities to socialize and get out of the house, and the companionship of a pet can fill that void in the most delightful ways. In fact, research shows that owning … Read more
visitPA It might not be as cold as the planet Hoth, but get ready for 6 more weeks of winter in PA!
