Seniors | The River Reporter

Seniors

Featured Most recent

Currently viewing stories posted within the past 2 years.
For all older stories, please use our advanced search.

54 results total, viewing 41 - 54

It might hurt a bit, but that shot might keep the flu away this winter.

EVERYWHERE — Flu vaccines are now available for patients at the Wright Center for Community Health’s network of community health centers in northeast Pennsylvania. Most people are … more

9/5/22

It still gets hot in September

NATIONWIDE — Extreme heat poses risks for loved ones with dementia.The Alzheimer’s Association suggests ways to keep people safe and comfortable. The heat can be especially stressful and … more

9/2/22

Poverty, low wages linked to dementia risk

Socioeconomic deprivation, including neighborhood disadvantages and persistent low wages, are associated with higher dementia risk, lower cognitive performance and faster memory decline, according to … more

8/24/22

Growing older—together

I have always appreciated my relationships with older people. Just after my first birthday, I was loaded into my parent’s 1959 Chevrolet Impala and transported 700 miles south of our Iowa … more

By THOMAS CAMBRIDGE | 8/17/22

Social media 101: A guide for seniors

Social media has become almost a new way of life. From sharing special moments of births, weddings or graduations, to posting about personal experiences and, for some, starting a business. Between … more

By VICTORIA HOFFMANN | 8/17/22

Black Americans are twice as likely to develop dementia as whites, but are less likely to receive a diagnosis.

‘Twice the risk’

ONLINE — On Wednesday, June 15, the Alzheimer’s Association will host a webinar discussing the crushing impact that Alzheimer’s and other dementias have on the Black community. … more

6/7/22

After a stroke, recovery and hope

HONESDALE, PA — Larry Resti, 69, never paid much attention to risk factors for stroke until he had one in February of 2020. In fact, in addition to being a heavy smoker with high blood … more

5/18/22

Many older workers retired in the pandemic. Some are coming back to work.

Unretired

NATIONWIDE — For years, there was a push to encourage seniors to work. Working added to retirement income, it got seniors out of the house and interacting with people, and it might even stave … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 5/18/22

Make mental health a priority in May

If you’re like me, you cherish pretty much everything about springtime, from the warmer temperatures to the abundant outdoor activities and rebirth of the flowers and trees. Of course, … more

By SANJAY CHADRAGIRI, M.D. | 5/4/22

Decorate an eye mask and wear it to a Mardi Gras-style luncheon at the Pocono Mountain Lake Estates.

Celebrate Mardi Gras with the Pike Area Agency on Aging and more

Advisors wanted for RSVP—Sullivan SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — The Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is looking for advisors. You don’t even have to be a senior. Whether … more

2/17/22

Not all seniors are lucky enough to receive loving care. Elder abuse is horrifyingly common and the results can be deadly.

Silent suffering: You can help prevent elder abuse

REGION — Not every senior has a close relationship with their family. Not every senior has friends or relatives close by, keeping an eye on them. And in this age of COVID-19, it can be hard to … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 2/17/22

No matter your age, you can volunteer your time and help others.

Got time on your hands? Volunteer.

MONTICELLO, NY — “There’s no better time than now to make a difference in your community by volunteering your time,” said Martha Tully, Sullivan County’s RSVP (Retired … more

2/17/22

Stay safe on the ice by walking like your inner penguin.

Icefall

REGION — It’s February, and sometimes our days crawl over 32 degrees Fahrenheit and the snow starts to melt. But it’s still winter. It freezes overnight, and the … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 2/17/22

3G networks are going down

UPPER DELAWARE REGION — If you have an older cellphone or network-connected device, that device might stop working by the end of the year. That's the message senior citizens are hearing from … more

By LIAM MAYO | 2/4/22

« Prev | 1 | 2 | 3

Currently viewing stories posted within the past 2 years.
For all older stories, please use our advanced search.