Although most of us couldn’t celebrate Valentine’s Day with our loved ones, the Bay Area’s charity organizations weren’t short on love, hosting virtual events to help those in most in need. Marin Valentine’s Ball Brings Love to North Bay’s Vulnerable Youth Annual Event Brings in Much-Needed Funds for Three Youth Organizations The 2021 Marin Valentine’s […]
Marin County residents are continuing to age well while sheltering-in-place.
As part of our “Love Essentially” series, Jackie Pilossoph helps us navigate the complex world of relationships. Have a question that you would like her to answer ? Contact her here, and it may be featured in an upcoming article! There are so many reasons why people love music. Percussionist, Ethan Kogan said this. “Music gets […]
For many of us, another year in the books means a new passion or hobby, new friends or family members, or a new outlook on life. In fact, the conventional age of retirement is beginning to carry less weight, as new dreams and aspirations are taking precedence. Research shows that seniors are happier than ever […]
Services for Adults Staying in Their Homes (SASI) is committed to helping older adults age in place safely and with dignity.
People who drink alcohol moderately have a 23% reduction in their risk for contracting Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. Just when we were all certain that we were killing our brain cells during Happy Hour, a recently released study in Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment claims quite the opposite. (You just gotta love it […]
As the temperature continues to climb this week, play it safe by staying in the shade and staying hydrated. Although the heat is tough on everyone, seniors must take extra precautions to stay safe on hot summer days. Remind your senior relatives and neighbors to: Use air conditioning or visit a nearby cooling center. […]
“I plan to live in my home for the rest of my life,” says Evanston resident Alan Lieberman. “I’ll remain living in an urban environment with people of all ages because it helps me stay younger and more vital.” His sentiment echoes the majority of baby boomers. The Liebermans plan to “age in place.” […]
Alzheimer’s turned my grandma Reva into a shell of the warm, kind person she once was. It started when she had trouble forming full sentences. And now, the woman who once delighted in the company of her large family has lost all ability to speak. There’s nothing that can be done for my grandma—there’s no […]
Falling is a common and serious problem for older adults. Approximately one of every three seniors will fall this year. Here are some tips to lower the risk of falls at home: Increase lighting along pathways and entryways Install handrails on both sides of steps/stairs Install nightlights in nearby outlets Use non-skid mats or […]
