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Gerami Pacheco named Nutrition Director for Coastline
Pacheco brings a strong focus in culinary and nutritional areas to the meals program.
Acushnet has a new Council on Aging director
Council on Aging Director’s new job a homecoming in more ways than one.
Tai chi helps circulate chi with gentle movement
Tai chi has been shown to help older adults improve balance and may have cognitive benefits too.
Seniors rally for better care
300+ older adults and advocates rallied for aging-related policy needs at the Massachusetts State House in February.
How to spot government imposters
There are common elements to many scams.
Presentation shows seniors the AI hype is real
ChatGPT 3.5 is available free at OpenAI.com.
YWCA opens third residential home
The organization is already hard at work on a fourth home to address the housing crisis.
Rochester COA hires SCSEP chef
Ken Viera began a new career with help from Coastline’s Senior Community Service Employment Program.
Join us for Older Adult Lobby Day on Feb. 27
Share your story with legislators on Lobby Day.
Celebration of Seniors returns with resources, speakers and free breakfast for older adults
Largest South Coast vendor fair and speaker event for older adults returns in June.
Using lifelong skills to create a more meaningful retirement
At age 88, Dr. Fogg is still giving back.
Getting REAL: Navigating federal ID requirements may require extra steps for some
The current deadline for REAL IDs is May 7, 2025.
‘We are just traumatized’: Making meaningful art in response to trauma
Former textile workers use their skills to transform trauma into prayer.
State House visit planned to advocate for increasing funding for senior programs
Older adult support organizations are organizing a lobby day at the State House in February.
Help us #SaveLunch for America’s Seniors
Join Coastline in calling on Congress to increase federal funding for #MealsOnWheels
Life’s Final Dialogue: Sipping tea, savoring cake, and exploring conversations on death
Death cafés brought people, often strangers, together to make the most out of living by talking about death.
Get your groove back with Marion Institute’s 21-day reset
Join the Marion Institute’s third annual 21-Day Reset to get closer to personal wellbeing.
Meet the new Council on Aging director in New Bedford
And learn about her plans for expanding activities.
Coastline included in $20M digital equity grants
Awards include funding for technology education efforts.
Need help with heating costs? Try these resources
Resources to help heat your home this winter are available.
Older Americans are eager to close the digital gap
Many older adults are eager to learn technology skills and use them regularly.
‘Lest we forget’: Dartmouth honors all veterans
Jim Collins was honored for his many achievements and broad support for veterans.
Lost power? Here’s how to know if your food is still safe.
Registered Dietitian Stephanie Boulay broke down the dos and don’ts of food safety ahead of the coming winter and offered some general tips for staying safe.
Caregiving: ‘It’s one of the toughest things you’ll ever do’
Senior Scope spoke to family caregivers for National Family Caregivers Month
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