With the pandemic limiting travel and gatherings, many are in the same boat. It's easy to despair over the possibility of being alone. But there are ways to foster joy in the season and mitigate loneliness if you find yourself on your own, says Judy Stein, a volunteer with The W Connection, a national widow's [...]
It's understandable if every cough or sniffle brings on fears of COVID-19. After all, the symptoms associated with familiar illnesses, like a cold and the flu, can also be signs of a coronavirus infection. And this season, vigilance can be a good thing, since “early intervention leads to a better outcome,” says Peter Kuhn, a [...]
Brain health is a hot topic among older adults and for good reason. About 50 million people around the globe are living with dementia; by 2030 that number is expected to hit 82 million, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). While dementia risk increases with age, it's important to note that the disease is [...]
ITNBluegrass, the independent transportation network which offers dignified transportation for seniors, has some amazing October numbers to share. In October, ITNBluegrass was busy. The service gave: In-Person rides: 448 Warm Meal Delivery: 143 Pantry Food Boxes: 3 And in 12 years of service it has provided more than 95,000 rides. ITNBluegrass can always use more [...]
When COVID-19 hit, many people realized that freezers could do much more than hold a few frozen pizzas and ice cream. It became an essential part of food storage in the kitchen and a way to prepare in an increasingly erratic time. A recent story on AARP.org says that when it comes to shortages of [...]
Are you interested in learning how to use a computer? Would you like a refresher course or assistance in connecting to ZOOM, telehealth or doing basic internet searches? Do you have a tablet and need some instruction? The Lexington Senior Center is contracting with an outside agency to provide in-person, small group classes at their [...]
There is a global sense of fear, uncertainty and helplessness as we all face the same invisible enemy, covid-19. But, Jonathan Taylor a lead fitness educator and performance specialist at Spectrum Sports Performance in Orlando, FL., says we all possess a secret weapon against this threat - your immune system. You possess the power to [...]
Communication is more than just talking and listening – it’s also about sending and receiving messages through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions and body language. As people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias progress in their journey and the ability to use words is lost, families need new ways to connect. Join us to [...]
The 10th annual Markesbery Symposium on Aging and Dementia will be held virtually this year on Saturday, Oct. 31. It is free and open to the public but registration is required. The keynote presentation is by Dr. Maria Carrillo, chief scientific officer of the National Alzheimer's Association. She'll be speaking about "Advancing the Science: The [...]
To avoid the coronavirus, public health experts are advising people of all ages to stay home and practice social distancing. This is particularly true for older adults and those with chronic medical conditions. Those actions will go a long way to helping limit the spread of the virus, according to the Centers for Disease Control. [...]
