The holidays are indeed a time of fun, family, and friendships but they can also be overwhelming with all of the activities, gift buying, and traditions. As we get older or if health has become an issue, these long lists of “to-dos” can be daunting. Here are some tips for keeping this the most wonderful time of the year regardless of age.

Regardless of what level of care is needed, it’s important to choose the provider that is best suited to you or your loved one’s specific needs. Here are a few tips to help ensure your loved one is safe and well cared for.

Navigating the aging care journey sometimes raises frightening questions. The aging world is also full of jargon and insider secrets and is constantly evolving to meet the challenges of a rapidly aging society. To successfully navigate the journey, it is imperative you have solid information.

According to a study from the Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center in Chicago, the rate of cognitive decline is 70 percent less in those with frequent social contact compared to those with low social activity. But still, isolation is all too often a way of life for older adults.

Giving. Friendly. Welcoming. When we think about what it means to be a good neighbor, those are often the words we think about. And as your Ardsley Park neighbor, that is what Senior Citizens, Inc. strives to be.

At SCI, our vision is for everyone to have a life well-lived. This is one of the reasons that SCI has created the “Legends, Leaders, and Life Well Lived” Award. Our goal is to celebrate folks in our own community who can serve as examples for us all.

In Georgia, one out of every six adults over the age of 60 years does not know from where his next meal will come. We are the 7th-worst state in the nation when it comes to the number of seniors who are hungry. Meals on Wheels is here to change that.