Isolation is a chronic condition for most elderly in nursing homes, especially in cold weather months when contact with the outside world is limited to protect residents from illness. Meanwhile, Rotarians throughout Illinois and Wisconsin are trying to make a difference, thanks to the efforts of Rachel Ossyra of the...
In response to the growing demand for programs tailored to seniors, the Aurora Public Library District is excited to announce an empowering upcoming event entitled Senior Self-Defense: Confidence & Safety with martial artist Peter Honingmann. Scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 13 at the Eola Road Branch, this unique program aims to...
The very last part of the brain to die is the part that understands music. Yorkville High School students are participating in an amazing intergenerational project with instructors from AgeGuide – Northeastern Illinois Agency on Aging to help individuals with dementia through music. Produced in 2014, the documentary Alive Inside:...
It is Medicare open enrollment time through December 7, to give you the opportunity to review and bring up to date your Medicare coverage. Choices of coverage can be very confusing, and it is valuable to schedule an appointment with an experienced and trained Senior Health Insurance Program, or SHIP,...
Are you ready to be spooked again? Halloween is right around the corner. With it hopefully comes a few good chills and giggles, and none of the frights. The world is scary enough as it is. When we were young, Halloween Trick or Treating lasted for hours. Mom gave us...
We can enjoy the traditional end of Summer celebration in Yorkville by celebrating seniors with Senior Services Associates, Inc. at its annual Big Band & BBQ under the big top Thursday, Aug. 31! The Big Band & BBQ fundraiser has become a tradition for the Yorkville office of Senior Services....
I have noticed recently that there are wide disparities in health and quality of life among those in their 70s and 80s. Some of the factors include, genetic, or even random chance. I have, however, noticed one common thread among those whose health is still excellent into their 80s: Exercise....
