Dementia Friends: A Story of Love and Friendship
I think many of us who are over the age 50, or even in our late 40s for that matter, have wondered “am I starting… Read More
My Day with Meals on Wheels
My name is Akiva, and I am a freshman in high school. Over the summer, while spending time with my aunt, we decided to volunteer… Read More
Updated Booster Is Newest Tool to Fight COVID-19 for Adults Ages 60+
The COVID-19 pandemic has been around for so long that we can sometimes forget that Americans are still being hospitalized with COVID-19 and dying every… Read More
How To: Use Reminders on Apple iPhone
Most smartphones have an app or feature that allows you to set reminders that will send you a notice at a certain time on a… Read More
City Angels: Saving the Day for Jonesboro Seniors
April showers bring May flowers, but it also brings grass and weeds that grow all summer long. What happens when you can no longer mow… Read More
Protecting My Brain
Americans of all ages value their independence, including older adults. Specifically, older adults value the ability to age in the place they call home rather… Read More
A Daughter’s Experience with Caregiving: Lewy Body Dementia
Before her mother died at age 83 in January 2021, Bonnie Manns Roache spent years caring for her. Following a diagnosis of Lewy body dementia,… Read More
Diamond Painting – An Easy to Learn Crafting Project
I was visiting a senior center and observed a lady working on a craft I had never seen before. The picture she was creating was… Read More
Aging While Trans
In recent years, public understanding and support of transgender (also known as “trans”) people and the issues that impact them has generally grown. However, misconceptions… Read More
Pinkie’s Success Story
Empowerline receives hundreds of calls each week from, caregivers, professionals, and other callers seeking information and resources on an expansive array of topics. One of… Read More
Aging My Way: Talking Retirement with Christine Carroll
May is Older Americans Month (OAM), and the theme this year is “Age My Way.” That’s why we are bringing you stories from across metro… Read More
Aging My Way: Vijay Perumbeti Stays Curious & Learning
May is Older Americans Month (OAM), and the theme this year is “Age My Way.” That’s why we are bringing you stories from across metro… Read More
