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Bob Meyer looks into a microscope
Science

How Philadelphia seniors are tracking microplastics in streams and working to ‘leave a better world’

Members of the Senior Environment Corps wade into streams, peer through microscopes and teach kids how to identify aquatic critters.

1 week ago

Listen 5:03
Congregate meals bring senior center members together
Community
Billy Penn

Community garden feeds aging adults’ need for good nutrition and good company

Gardening clubs and nutrition programs are just a few of the supports the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging offers to seniors in the city.

2 weeks ago

Robert Reed deposits his ballot in an election drop box in Newark, N.J.
Politics & Policy

New Jersey election 2025: What you need to know about casting your ballot as an older adult in the governor’s race

Older adults, who are also the most consistent voting bloc, have cited affordability as a top concern.

3 weeks ago

Jackie Jackson, 65, member of the PHL Huntington Park Walkers
Health

Philadelphia seniors ‘strut’ into aging as they take charge of their health and find community

The Hunting Park We Walk PHL group joined more than 500 older city residents for Philadelphia Corporation for Aging’s 13th Senior Strut health event.

3 weeks ago

Listen 1:46
Jayme Strasburger decidió compostar a su madre
Community

‘De vuelta a la tierra’: el compostaje humano ofrece a las familias una opción ecológica para el descanso final de sus seres queridos

New Jersey podría ser el decimocuarto estado en permitir el compostaje humano. Los defensores afirman que esta opción es más ecológica que el entierro o la cremación.

1 month ago

Kathryn Grody on stage reaching an arm up
Arts & Entertainment

For Kathryn Grody’s new play in Malvern, getting angry about aging isn’t just for older adults

The world premiere of “The Unexpected 3rd,” at the People’s Light theater in Chester County, is partly due to Grody’s unexpected, online pandemic stardom.

1 month ago

A woman standing behind her elderly aunt who is sitting in a wheelchair
Community
Billy Penn

Philly centenarians share lessons, and memories, at Simpson House celebration

The 5, all women, had been everything from choir members to welders during World War II, in their 100-plus years.

2 months ago

A woman holds up a framed photo of her family
Community

Pennsylvania launches free statewide legal support program for grandparents raising grandchildren

The statewide free legal line, staffed by attorneys at the SeniorLAW Center, will provide advice and resources to help families navigate the court system.

2 months ago

Listen 1:15
A woman uses soil remains of her mother to grow sunflowers
Courts & Law
6abc

New Jersey legalizes human composting as alternative to traditional burial

It's now the 14th U.S. state to legalize natural organic reduction. The legislation, which takes effect next year, allows funeral homes and facilities to offer the service.

2 months ago

Members with the Burlington County Sheriff’s Office's inspection team at an event
Community

A South Jersey sheriff’s office program is helping older residents with free safety and security checks

As part of the Burlington County Sheriff's Office program, inspectors check door and window locks, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and exterior home security issues.

2 months ago

Listen 1:05
Thomas Homer (left) and Marge Wible (right) volunteering at Lutheran Settlement House
Health

‘An unfound gem’: Older Fishtown residents find purpose and friendship volunteering at Lutheran Settlement House

Older adult volunteers at Lutheran Settlement House make up more than half of all volunteer hours across the organization.

2 months ago

Listen 5:22
Food pantry volunteers organize food giveaway tables at Lutheran Settlement House
Community

Nearly 25% of Philly-area residents are age 60 and up. Here’s how to step up as an ‘aging services’ volunteer

“When you connect to one of these older adults, you’d be surprised how they can change your life,” says Jamee Nowell Smith of Senior Community Services.

2 months ago

Projected words and images augment Megan Bridge's solo performanc
Arts & Entertainment

Still dancing after all these years: Philly Fringe revives a solo work from 2000

Rennie Harris and Megan Bridge expand a student project from 25 years ago into an evening of self-reflection and social commentary.

2 months ago

Composted remains of Jacqueline Reis Messina
Community

‘Back to the earth’: Human composting offers families an eco-friendly death care option for loved ones

New Jersey could be the 14th state to allow human composting. Advocates say the option is more eco-friendly than burial or cremation.

2 months ago

Listen 3:43
A police officer working at his desk
Community

‘I’ll be with you for the rest of my life’: Daily automated calls a lifeline for older Delaware adults who live alone

About 200 people belong to New Castle County’s Senior Roll Call Lifeline program. Several have been rescued after falling while home alone.

2 months ago

Listen 3:31
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