Senior Scope Feature Articles
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State Officials Warn Citizens of Rampant Elder Abuse
State officials are urging the public to exercise caution when picking up the phone.
Apricot Basil Chicken Salad
Join Stephanie Boulay as she prepares apricot basil chicken salad.
UMass Dartmouth Nursing Students Learn About Elder Needs
UMass Dartmouth’s School of Nursing has teamed up with Coastal Neighbors Network to learn about elder care.
End-of-Life Planning Can Feel Complicated. Here are Some First Steps.
During a panel discussion at the Buttonwood Senior Center, five guest speakers explored a variety of end-of-life topics.
Community Effort Gets the Ball Rolling at Hazelwood
On July 9, the bowling green at Hazelwood Park relaunched with a lawn bowling clinic.
Mayor Mitchell: ‘We are Committed to Being Age-Friendly’
The Buttonwood Senior Center reopened after an extended period of renovations.
Boxers Take Aim at Parkinson’s Disease
A former pro boxer is helping those living with Parkinson’s disease knock out their symptoms in a new fitness class.
Thanks for visiting the Health Fair!
Watch a recap of the Healthy Aging Fair, held on May 10.
Malnutrition Awareness Week Starts May 13
Each event will include a free yogurt parfait bar.
Roasted Carrots and Avocado Dip
Join Coastline Dietitian Katlynn Ferreira as she prepares two recipes featuring roasted carrots.
Senior Scope – May Issue Out Now
Happy Older Americans Month!
Age-Friendly Advocates Offer Updates, Events
Coastline and the City provided an overview on the age-friendly movement at Buttonwood Zoo.
Volunteers Renew Carney Academy’s Library
Students at Carney Academy will have an easier time finding the inspiration to read thanks to volunteers.
Zucchini Noodles and Fritters
Dietitian Katlynn Ferreira explains how to use a spiralizer to create “zoodles” – or zucchini noodles.
April Issue of Senior Scope Out Now
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Strawberry Oat Muffins & Berry Smoothies
These Strawberry Oat Muffins and Berry Smoothies are sure to be a hit.
Food Labels: Helpful Information or Meaningless Marketing?
Food packaging displays numerous claims that may be misleading or confusing for consumers.
Buttonwood Senior Center Reopens
Following an extensive rehabilitation, the Buttonwood Senior Center has reopened.
LGBT Supper Club Secures $5,000 Grant
The grant will help fund operations at the club, which unites locals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender.
Savvy Caregiver Programs Starts in April
The program teaches the basic knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to handle the challenges of caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease.
Alzheimer’s Advocacy Through Art
John and Christine Gallagher have been advocates for those living with memory loss for years.
Prevention is Key to Stopping Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer, one of the most common forms of cancer in the US, happens to be one of the most preventable types of cancer.
No-Bake Dessert
Declare your independence from baking with this No-Bake Berry Dessert. Nutritionist Stephanie Boulay shows us how easy and quick this new summer favorite will be.
New Year Goal Setting
New year, new you! Coastline nutritionist Katlynn Ferreira discusses SMART goals in helping with the New Year resolutions.
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