Senior Scope Feature Articles
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Lawn Bowling returns to Hazelwood Park
“People of all ages are welcome to…come and play seriously or just for fun.
Gifts to Give is teaching children the power of caring for each other
Founder was determined to do good sustainably.
Q&A: ‘Falling’ back into a routine after the summer months
Stay healthy and well all year.
Senior Scope’s October issue is here
The October Senior Scope is out now!
Hope and help on the menu for Overdose Awareness Day
“Seeing the increase in (the older) population is alarming because they’re not coming to find help. “
Farm-grown fruits and vegetables donated to homebound seniors
“They can’t get to the supermarket, and they…can’t get to farmers markets.”
Medicare recipients will see some relief in prescription drug costs with new law
“Seeing the increase in (the older) population is alarming… “
Join us! Coastline celebrates 45 years of service
Please join us for cocktails, dinner and dancing.
What can go wrong when the trustee and beneficiaries are siblings
Families that want to remain on good terms are advised to become familiar with trust administration.
Coastline receives funds for the Money Management Program
Bristol County District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn III approves $12,500 grant.
Homecare staff shortage threatens older adults
“We’re doing everything we can to get the services in place.”
Stepping up for Falls Prevention Week 2022
“You’re not letting fear take charge of you. That’s the goal.”
DANCING FOR JOY: Class for PD is open to anyone with mobility challenges
“People of all abilities are welcome here. All of us, at some point in time, are dealing with some mobility challenges.”
Senior Scope’s August issue is here
The August Senior Scope is out now!
‘Team George’ works to replace slide at accessible playground
Team George and the city Disability Commission are looking to raise $10,000.
USAging: Advocating for the needs of older adults
USAging advocacy and support at the national level has an impact for Coastline and our community.
Art show retrospective covers 70-plus year career
A retrospective of Mary Ross’ art work highlighted the many styles Ross has pursued over 70+ decades as an artist.
Peter J. Muise
Coastline joins the community in mourning the loss of Peter Muise.
Senior Scope’s July issue is here
July Senior Scope is out now!
Speakers stress safety, legislative priorities at elder event
About 600 seniors crowded the venue to connect with organizations and hear from speakers about topics that ranged from scams and elder abuse to healthcare, estate planning, Alzheimer’s support, and assisted living options.
Many changes over three-plus decades of connecting people to care
Most calls now are for crisis intervention with people more likely to ask for help finding housing than in-home support.
Won’t you be my neighbor?
I hope to share some of what I have learned over these last three decades or so with you in our collective quest for well-being.
Padanaram named best harbor
The harbor was selected after six weeks of online voting with more than 2,500 people participating.
LGBTQ+ Network reaching out to older adults
“I think it’s important that people know that we see you.”
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