Apr
24
2018
Co-host, “Seniorities”
As Chairman of the Board, Scituate Council on Aging, I co-host a bi-monthly program with Linda Hayes, Executive Director of the COA.
Click on link below as we discuss current events, and upcoming activities available through the Senior Center.
Our...
Apr
02
2018
It's tax time again...if you’re a caregiver for an aging parent or senior, the new tax law signed in December 2017 includes changes that can affect you as a taxpayer.
See below questions and answers for tax rules affecting caregivers...
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Mar
06
2018
Colorectal cancer, more commonly called colon cancer, is cancer that begins in the colon (large intestine) or rectum (anus). Of the types of cancer that affect both men and women, colon cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths...
Feb
28
2018
How do you talk to your elderly parents about aging, and care needed in their home? This is never an easy subject, for many different reasons. They may be in denial...not want you involved...maybe they are embarrassed and...
Jan
29
2018
Co-host, "Seniorities"
As Chairman of the Board, Scituate Council on Aging, I co-host a regular cable TV program with Linda Hayes, Executive Director of the COA. We recently sat down to discuss and review various state and local resources...
Jan
22
2018
The vast majority of people, including the elderly, aging seniors and disabled adults, would prefer to remain in the safety and comfort of their own homes. However, to do so depends on a number of factors.
One major factor...
Dec
13
2017
Just saw this article earlier today, and felt it should be re-posted...
As more Americans reach retirement age, there are plenty of financial experts and consultants urging these men and women to plan better for those years. With 401(k)s, investments,...
Nov
20
2017
Scituate Council on Aging: Open Enrollment Information for Medicare
Open enrollment for Medicare is advisable for all seniors. Please do so before middle of December.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LhKIuOQ2Mvk&feature=em-subs_digest-vrecs
Nov
07
2017
Co-host, "Seniorities"
As Chairman of the Board, Scituate Council on Aging, I co-host a bi-monthly program with Linda Hayes, Executive Director of the COA.
Click on link below as we discuss activities and events available through the Senior Center, with staffer...
Nov
06
2017
November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Communities and organizations throughout the country observe National Diabetes Awareness Month to bring attention to diabetes and its impact on millions of Americans.
November also means it's Thanksgiving time. Living with diabetes can be challenging...