
Aging
Seeking advice? The ‘Old Coots and Company’ share free wisdom down the shore
A group of senior citizens doles out advice every Friday morning at the Ventnor Farmer’s Market. “It may not be the best advice, but it’s free.”
3 years ago
Listen 2:04Accepting our bodies: positivity, neutrality and self-esteem
We'll talk about the ever-changing, impossible body image standards for men and women of all ages, and how we can feel more confident about ourselves and the way we look.
Air Date: July 27, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:14Wolf, nursing homes come to agreement to boost staff
Wolf on Monday signed legislation authorizing nearly $300 million a year in additional Medicaid reimbursements, or nearly 20% more.
3 years ago
Lawmakers slash proposal to nearly double property tax credit for Delaware seniors
GOP Rep. Kevin Hensley said the state’s nearly $700 million budget surplus warranted a larger credit. Dems who control the budget-writing panel thought otherwise.
3 years ago
The world’s oldest person, Japan’s Kane Tanaka, dies at age 119
Although she didn't quite make it to her goal of 120 years old, Kane Tanaka still lived long enough to become the world's oldest person.
3 years ago
New laws let visitors see loved ones in health care facilities, even in an outbreak
To contain the spread of COVID, hospitals and nursing homes barred visits, but the separation and isolation took a toll. Now, some states are trying to ensure access.
3 years ago
PASSi will offer primary care to their limited English proficient seniors, allowing them to get proper primary care in their own language.
3 years ago
Should Delaware allow terminally ill patients to be prescribed medication to end their life?
State Rep. Baumbach has been trying to get his bill passed since 2015. The Medical Society of Delaware has dropped its opposition, but plenty of foes remain.
3 years ago
Listen 2:14Nursing home workers are urged to get boosters as COVID-19 cases soar
Health Secretary Xavier Becerra says the nation cannot afford another COVID-19 surge in nursing homes.
3 years ago
State employees aiding troubled Philly elder abuse nonprofit
Although the latest state data still has some errors, the nonprofit likely has not been complying with state laws that require caseworkers to promptly see potential victims.
3 years ago
Getting out and moving helps reduce the risk of falls in older people, study shows
Little steps every day can make a positive difference: Decreased physical activity was linked to more falls, a survey of 2,000 people ages 50 to 80 found.
4 years ago
There’s a shortage of home health aides for the elderly, and it’s getting worse
But there are about 54 million Americans age 65 and older, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, and that number is expected to rise to 95 million by 2060.
4 years ago
Philly Health Department to begin administering Pfizer booster doses Saturday
The announcement follows the CDC’s endorsement of Pfizer boosters for millions of older or otherwise vulnerable Americans.
4 years ago
State presses Philadelphia agency over elder abuse, neglect
Philadelphia has been one of the lowest-rated agencies in the department’s stoplight-colored rating system for grading county-based agencies.
4 years ago