Regular exercise combats the double whammy of inactivity and isolation that can cause or worsen many physical and mental health problems.
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Happy (as you can be) Occupational Therapy Month
Engaging in our valued pastimes is more valuable than ever.
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Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Feds: Scam artists spread virus lies, prey on Medicare recipients
Federal law enforcement is warning that scam artists are preying on older people’s fears by peddling fake tests for the coronavirus to Medicare recipients.
Posted inGreg Kesich, Op-eds, Opinion
The View From Here: Waiting for the shaking to stop
Coronavirus is a disaster that is testing us in ways with which we have no experience.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Coronavirus how-to: How do I keep my elderly friends and family safe?
The elderly are especially at risk for severe cases.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: In aging places, coronavirus is a huge threat
Nations, states – including Maine – and counties where a large share of the population is older than 65 face big challenges as the disease spreads.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
The Maine Millennial: Hand-washing, social distancing are our ‘home front’ sacrifices
We will find out if we can pull together the way our forebears once did.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Healthy aging workshop offered in Yarmouth
YARMOUTH — Yarmouth Cares About Neighbors is offering a healthy aging workshop 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 21 at the First Parish Church, 116 Main St. The session will feature Dr. Peggy Cyr, who will discuss how to more effectively partner with a medical provider for better health outcomes, and registered dietitian Kris Lindsey, […]
Posted inThe Forecaster
Yarmouth nonprofit offers program on positive aging
YARMOUTH — Yarmouth Cares About Neighbors is offering a free workshop entitled “Stay Positive as You Age” at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, March 1, at the First Parish Church, 116 Main St. Join licensed social worker Ingrid Plunkett as she shares tips on building resiliency and overall mental well-being. The event begins with a light lunch […]
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Reps. Fay, Griffin: Real change is needed to save Maine’s long-term care workforce
Higher worker pay, higher reimbursement rates and implementation of suggested improvements are all key.