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You may have heard of silent disco or silent raves, where the dancers hear the music through wireless headphones. A Virginia senior living community is trying it out, with a thumbs up from residents who have hearing impairment. (Includes video.) https://pilotonline.com/news/local/article_d48f1cbc-dc4c-11e8-ae19-a37a131c558b.html …

"Silent dance party" for senior citizens in Norfolk aims to help hearing and end social isolation Music was projected not from speakers but directly through headphones specially designed for senior citizens with hearing loss.

See also Katy's article in AgeWise https://bit.ly/2EhxW7M learn about baking powder & try out that Lemon Blueberry Kuchen recipe at your holiday brunch! https://twitter.com/nwkidney/status/1069999262857973760 …

You Have the (Baking) Power with Low-Sodium Baking Powders - AgeWise King County Here’s a chemistry lesson about delicious quick breads, ideas about cutting sodium as you make a tasty coffee cake—a holiday brunch treat, perhaps?—and a recipe for homemade baking powder. The recipe was developed by a couple of Northwest Kidney Centers patients who were carefully controlling ...

D.C.'s Oldest Inhabitants Association Welcomes Anyone—Anyone Over 40, That Is | DCist https://dcist.com/story/18/11/29/d-c-s-oldest-inhabitants-association-is-not-as-stodgy-as-it-sounds/ …

D.C.'s Oldest Inhabitants Association Welcomes Anyone—Anyone Over 40, That Is | DCist The group is Washington’s longest-running civic organization. It's been around since the Civil War.

Great to host Emerging Leaders in Aging program . Dr. Zia Agha talks about our research to enable successful aging and lowering the cost of care. pic.twitter.com/vP7FTeYfO8

Diana Campau on Twitter “Great to host Emerging Leaders in Aging program . Dr. Zia Agha talks about our research to enable successful aging and lowering the cost of care.”

announced its 2019 cost-of-living increase & millions of beneficiaries now wonder how they can keep pace with rising costs. Winning ideas from experts could strengthen https://doi.org/10.1093/ppar/pry025 … pic.twitter.com/douJo0eJ6U

Innovative Approaches to Improve Social Security Adequacy in the 21st Century Social Security is the foundation of financial security for 60 million Americans. It’s there when a worker retires, faces a career-ending disability, or suffers

Every year, a batch of 6th graders ditch the traditional classroom and spend a year attending school at Sherbrooke, a nursing home & school that houses 263 high-needs residents. https://buff.ly/2QSZRxU pic.twitter.com/Vdm7RfjtAz

Sixth-graders in a nursing home — an unlikely but 'life-changing' school year | CBC Radio For 25 Grade 6 students in Saskatoon, school happens in a nursing home — all year long. Talk about a different kind of education. David Gutnick's documentary is called "The School of Real Life."

Sir Ian McKellen offering free tickets to 80-year-olds in bonus Norwich show. https://www.edp24.co.uk//going-out/ian-mckellen-free-tickets-80-year-olds-1-5772623?utm_source=Twitter&utm_medium=Social_Icon&utm_campaign=in_article_social_icons …

Ian McKellen giving free tickets to 80-year-olds in bonus Norwich show Following the announcement on Friday of Sir Ian McKellan’s 80th birthday tour in 2019, we can exclusively reveal he is doing an extra Norwich show to a specially invited audience.

U.S. hospitals ignore improving care. That's a mistake. http://bit.ly/2PBzXlg

U.S. hospitals ignore improving elder care. That's a mistake - STAT Hospitals foster system-wide injustice by failing to apply the same standards to elders that it applies to children and adults.

Registration for the December Caregiver Conference is still open! This free conference is designed to provide tools and support for family caregivers caring for loved ones with dementia, and open to any unpaid family caregiver. Register by Nov. 27! https://bit.ly/2zMyf5Y pic.twitter.com/psXNhH3849

Snohomish County Dementia Family Caregiver Conference - Everett 2018 This FREE dementia family caregiver conference is designed to provide tools and encouragement for family caregivers caring for loved ones with dementia and are open to any unpaid dementia family caregiver.

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that by recycling your car with Habitat’s car donation program you are supporting our mission while also reducing pollution and environmental waste? Learn more. 🚘♻️🏘️ https://www.habitat.org/stories/sustainability-and-stability-donating-car-gives-back-unexpected-ways

Sustainability and stability: Donating a car gives back in unexpected ways This November 15, America Recycles Day provides an opportunity to rethink what recycling cars could mean for you.

Another Side Effect of Aging: Managing Meds Gets Harder http://ow.ly/5eJQ30mAq7t

Another Side Effect of Aging: Managing Meds Gets Harder Older people are more likely to take a variety of medications to manage multiple chronic health issues. Here we discuss some common problems older adults encounter with their medications, and how to prevent them.

Mark your calendar for our upcoming Seattle Town Hall on Monday Nov. 12. Come learn about the progress made in implementing the Washington State Plan to Address Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias. Event will be moderated by . https://www.alz.org/alzwa/helping_you/advocacy/town_halls … pic.twitter.com/r3bY8e2Ral

Town Halls Get information and resources for Alzheimer's and other dementias from the Alzheimer's Association.

NW Universal Design Council forum on Remodeling for Aging in Place now underway at Seattle City Hall pic.twitter.com/qAnP7AHUbM

Aging King County on Twitter “NW Universal Design Council forum on Remodeling for Aging in Place now underway at Seattle City Hall ”

Betty Empringham is 97 years old. She sang in the at St. Paul Street United for more than 90 years. https://www.stcatharinesstandard.ca/news-story/8968136-betty-empringham-is-97-years-old-she-sang-in-the-choir-at-st-paul-street-united-for-more-than-90-years-/ #.W-LhcdAWGsU.twitter …

Betty Empringham is 97 years old. She sang in the choir at St. Paul Street United for more than 90 years. For 91 years she sang. Her soprano voice a faithful part of the choir at St. Paul Street United Church.

Senior citizens are replacing teenage burger flippers at American fast-food joints. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2018-11-05/senior-citizens-are-replacing-teenagers-at-fast-food-joints … via

Senior Citizens Are Replacing Teenagers as Fast-Food Workers Amid a tight U.S. labor market, restaurant chains are recruiting at churches, senior centers and AARP.

For Pat, living with used to mean making the tough decision between paying for medicine or food. With the support of her local food pantry, she receives the healthy options she needs to keep her disease manageable. pic.twitter.com/TjvXeurqDl

Feeding America on Twitter “For Pat, living with used to mean making the tough decision between paying for medicine or food. With the support of her local food pantry, she receives the healthy options she needs to keep her disease manageable. https://t.co/TjvXeurqDl”

Inspiring! http://blavity.com/why-this-107-year-old-continues-to-vote-and-is-urging-young-people-to-join-her …

Why This 107-Year-Old Continues To Vote And Is Urging Young People To Join Her 107-year-old Herlda Senhouse is looking forward to voting...

Love this article. Short and to the point on the Pros and Cons! https://twitter.com/seniorliving/status/1058365608323149825 …

SeniorLivingGuide on Twitter “Are you at the critical point for making that tough decision for your loved one, but confused on what's best for them? Let's clarify a few things on the differences in Assisted Living and Skilled/Nursing home to help you navigate. Learn More. https://t.co/7vF62XeQVu”

TODAY 8:30-10:30am - Kindness in the Kitchen. A pay-it-forward breakfast is an opportunity for you to purchase a yummy morning bite to eat and also pay-it-forward by buying a card for another person to enjoy breakfast. Brought to u by Atrium Kitchen & Succulent Catering & Events.

Looking to host a community event in a City park this winter? You can request up to $1,000 in funding from the Arts in Parks initiative. DETAILS: http://parkways.seattle.gov/2018/10/29/funding-2018-wintertime-community-events-arts-parks/ … pic.twitter.com/koT7pXPfVx

Funding for 2018 wintertime community events through Arts in Parks - Parkways Seattle Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce a funding opportunity for wintertime events in city parks. Individuals and community groups can request up to $1,000 in funding from the Arts in Parks initiative for events that have a significant arts component and which engage underserved communi...

Happy Halloween Everyone!

A new spin on pumpkin decor we can get behind - the Thankful Pumpkin! https://on.today.com/2JilMLQ

Why every family should make a 'Thankful Pumpkin' this fall Finally, a holiday tradition easy enough for even the busiest parent!

Bert Caoili, PAEP Chairperson and Rolly Polintan PAEP's Senior Group Coordinator talks about Life, health and Seahawks. Thank you Rainieravenueradio.world!

Iris Apfel: Ten lessons from a 96-year-old who is probably cooler than you. https://cnb.cx/2IhiqGW

Iris Apfel: 10 life lessons from a 96-year-old who is probably cooler than you The fashionista co-founded an international textile company that did work for nine presidential administrations.

Collectively, we waste a vast amount of food every year. In fact, 43% of food waste comes from us (consumers), and 40% comes from businesses. When we stop creating food waste, we can take a big step toward ending hunger in America. pic.twitter.com/9l0GL9dqQd

Feeding America on Twitter “Collectively, we waste a vast amount of food every year. In fact, 43% of food waste comes from us (consumers), and 40% comes from businesses. When we stop creating food waste, we can take a big step toward ending hunger in America. https://t.co/9l0GL9dqQd”

changed the game for Principal Lisa Jovick of Denman Middle School in CA where participation went from 12% to 75% 😱 “Student attendance and engagement have improved and the number of referrals has decreased!” http://bit.ly/2OROzIN pic.twitter.com/y5FIG5R5Qb

Meet the Principals Making Sure Every Kid Eats This October, we’re joining in celebrating the important work of principals across the country during National Principal Month.

Visit PAEP's booth at Great Wall Mall, Kent, WA this October 21 and 28, 2018. http://paepseattle.com/calendar/paep-community-outreach-and-advocacy-on-tax-relief-program/ …

PAEP Community Outreach and Advocacy on Tax Relief Program October 21, 2018 Community Outreach and Advocacy of PAEP On Tax Relief Program For Older Adults, Seniors and Disabled Veterans. Please mark your calendar. Email [email protected] and [email protected] for more information. ELIGIBILITY: Person must be 55 years old or older Must oc...

How one farmer's generosity can turn into healthy veggies for a hundred thousand people: https://u.pw/2PscvTr via

Local farmers are stepping in to ensure no families in need go hungry. Food insecurity is a challenge. But these farmers are up for the task.