Senior Scope Feature Articles
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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.
New Bedford Art Museum/Artworks! Returns with an Eye on Safety
Following extensive modifications to the way it operates, the New Bedford Art Museum has reopened to the public.
Mobile Farm Stand Goes Virtual
The mobile farm stand, now in its third year, had to radically reinvent itself during the COVID era.
SHINE Program Prepares for Open Enrollment with New Recruits
Nearly two dozen people spent a large part of this summer navigating the complex world of Medicare coverage.
Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad
Join us as we prepare a summery tomato cucumber avocado salad.
AARP Massachusetts Awards Long-Time Coastline Volunteer
George Smith received the 2020 AARP Massachusetts Andrus Award for Community Service.
White Bean Lemon Salad
In this quick video, you will learn how to make a lovely, light white bean salad that can be easily modified.
Senior Scope’s August Edition Out Now!
The August 2020 edition is now online and in print.
Together Again: Memory Café Reunites
The Marion Council on Aging’s memory café met in-person in July – the first such meeting since March.
Churches Team Up to Form Food Bank
The Smith Mills Christian Congregational Church has transformed into a hub for food distribution.
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