Senior Scope Feature Articles
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Canine Companion Lends an Ear
A New Bedford resident who has experienced moderate, progressive hearing loss for 15 years recently acquired a service dog for hearing.
South Coast Honors Veterans From a Distance
Communities throughout the South Coast were undeterred by the pandemic and recognized veterans as best they could on Veterans Day.
Local Artist Rhonda M. Fazio Merges Food and Fabric
Coastal Foodshed is planning to launch an online cooking class with Rhonda Fazio.
Local Artist Celebrates 100th Birthday with Parade of Friends & Family
South Coast-based artist Christine Bean celebrated her 100th birthday amid a pandemic.
COVID Resources for Personal Care Attendants and PCA Consumers
Helpful resources for PCA consumers in need of PPE.
New Bedford Age-Friendly Initiative’s Housing Resources Guide
This booklet features resources and guidance for renters and homeowners in the Greater New Bedford region.
MassSupport’s Caregiver Coping Group Extended Through Jan. 2021
MassSupport will be hosting several caregiver coping group sessions this winter.
Senior Scope’s November Edition Out Now!
The November 2020 edition is now online and in print.
It’s Time to Get the Flu Shot
The influenza season officially began in October, but it’s not too late to receive the flu shot.
Local Baker Expands Business Inside the Marion COA
When life threw several challenges at Melissa Sepulveda, she found herself baking as a therapeutic escape.
For New Bedford Symphony Orchestra, the Show Goes On
NBSO spent the year learning how to record and share music with an audience despite the pandemic.
AARP Massachusetts Honors Local Volunteer
George Smith won the 2020 AARP Massachusetts Andrus Award for his decades of volunteerism.
Age-Friendly New Bedford: Year 2 Highlights
The Age Friendly New Bedford initiative has brought people together to improve our community for residents of all ages.
It’s ‘Lights, Camera, Action!’ for the Foster Grandparent Program
The Foster Grandparent Program has filmed a new show for kids!
Senior Scope’s October Edition Out Now!
The October 2020 edition is now online and in print.
Volunteers Prepare New Bedford Students for School Year
A group of volunteers in New Bedford were busy packaging books for young students as part of the Book-Rich Environments Initiative.
COVID-19 Accelerates Food Insecurity
The SouthCoast Food Security Summit brings together local and state advocates for a wide-ranging discussion on food access.
New Bedford Breaks Grounds on Bowling Greens
The bowling greens at Hazelwood Park will be restored and ready for play in spring 2021.
Town of Acushnet Builds Outdoor Structures for Public Gatherings
The Town of Acushnet has adapted to the ongoing pandemic by building new outdoor structures for gatherings.
Avoid the ‘Twindemic’ and get a Flu Shot this Fall
It is important to receive a flu shot this fall.
September is Falls Prevention Awareness Month
This month is an opportunity to assess your risk of falling and to take proactive steps to keep yourself safe.
New Bedford RMV Offers Designated Hours for Customers Age 75+ in October
The New Bedford RMV will offer hours for seniors starting Sept. 9.
Senior Scope’s September Edition Out Now!
The September 2020 edition is now online and in print.
The Time to Fill Out The Census is Now
The deadline to fill out the 2020 Census is September 30.
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