New ways it can increase retirement savings to help you “Age in Place” By George Downey If you’re in or approaching retirement, own a home (with or without a mortgage), and are […]
Got Home Equity?
Listen as Loretta LaRoche shares her wit and wisdom with us on My Generation
Last night Loretta LaRoche and Kenny Wenzel joined us on My Generation, broadcast on 95.9 WATD-FM, from 7-8:00 PM. Loretta, an acclaimed speaker, author and international stress expert, will be sharing the […]
ASK THE HIPPIE
Can we talk? The importance of socialization The Journey that caregivers are on when caring for someone with Alzheimer’s/Dementia is full of mystery, self-doubt, and loneliness. This column will offer a chance […]
How do you discover or uncover your Encore (r)Evolution?
By Laura Willis Are you at that point in life where you’re ready to take a step in a new direction, but you don’t know what that is? I find that there […]
Curious about past-life regression hypnosis? Listen to our fascinating conversation with Cliff Aguirre!
Last night, Cliff Aguirre was our guest on My Generation, broadcast live from 95.9 WATD-FM. As a certified hypnotherapist, Aguirre helps clients overcome phobias, eat more healthily, manage anxiety, stress, and depression, […]
Listen to our conversation with Mike Festa and Cindy Campbell, of AARP Massachusetts
Last night’s My Generation radio show (broadcast live on 95.9 WATD-FM), featured guests from AARP Massachusetts: Mike Festa, State Director, and Cindy Campbell, Communications Director. Cindy talked about the latest scams–how to […]
Get a life!
By Loretta LaRoche Reprinted from the June edition of the South Shore Senior News.
Swingin’ with Chet
An inspiration at 93, friends and family host a blues-inspired party for Abington’s Chet Marsh, a decorated WWII veteran and regular on the South Shore dance scene By Patricia Abbate Rockland – […]
26th Senior Celebration a huge success
Randolph, MA – The 26th Annual Senior Celebration, a free health and lifestyle expo, was attended by hundreds of South Shore residents yesterday. Held at Lombardo’s in Randolph, scores of seniors and […]
Listen to our conversation with Barbara Cannon, founder of Answers for Elders
Barbara Cannon, founder and owner of Answers for Elders, LLC, was our guest on last night’s My Generation radio show, broadcast on 95.9 WATD-FM. As leaders in the field of Geriatric Care […]
Great support for Senior Celebration!
We would like to extend out thanks to our supporters for the 26th Annual Senior Celebration. This free Health & Lifestyle Expo is being held on Tuesday, May 22, from 9am-2pm, at […]
Listen to our conversation with Loretta LaRoche and Kenny Wenzel (and she sings jazz, too!)
Last night laugher ruled inside the 95.9 WATD studios as guests Loretta LaRoche and Kenny Wenzel shared their stories and music with us on My Generation. To enjoy this special Mother’s Day […]
Loretta!
This morning, Loretta was a guest on the South Shore Morning News with Rob & Lisa on 95.9 WATD-FM. Did you catch her? If not, here’s link to enjoy her special kind […]
Social Security honors the nation’s heroes on Memorial Day
By Delia DeMello On Memorial Day, we honor service members who have given their lives for our nation. Social Security acknowledges the heroism and courage of our military service members, and we […]
Listen to our conversation with vintage sports memorabilia appraiser Michael Osacky
Have you ever wondered what that old baseball card from your youth might be worth? What about that autographed hockey stick, basketball, or game program? Last night we welcomed nationally recognized vintage […]
Promises, Promises, Promises
By Loretta LaRoche Every day, I receive emails that promise to extend my life, give me an incredible sex life, make my hair fuller, my body thinner, my skin younger, my house […]
What’s stopping you? Setting the Record Straight on Older Adult Strength Training
By Wayne Wescott, Ph.D., and Rita La Rosa Loud, B.S. Are preconceived thoughts and ideas deterring you from participating in physical activities or exercise regiments that could otherwise enhance your current health […]
Listen to our conversation with Cora Fonner-Schrader and Rui Mendes, founders of CamCare
We are living longer and healthier lives than previous generations and this is due, in part, to an increased focus on wellness and prevention along with vast choices for Complementary Alternative Medicine […]
Anthony LaGreca and Beverly Buncher discuss the BALM principle to help families dealing with addiction
As the opioid epidemic continues to claim our loved ones and involve all generations within a family, Anthony LaGreca and author Beverly Buncher have been saving lives with their “BALM” philosophy. LaGreca, […]
Keeping Maritime Traditions Alive
Hull Lifesaving Museum’s Rowing Program attracts rowers from all abilities and ages An original founder of the Hull Lifesaving Museum, McCabe remains at the helm, actively involved in advancing the area’s rich […]
Listen to our conversation with Kristen Arute to learn more about the growing threat of financial abuse of older Americans
Last night Kristen Arute was our guest on My Generation, broadcast live on 95.9 WATD-FM. Kristen, a staunch advocate for protecting elders from financial fraud, discussed this serious and growing threat against seniors […]
Financial abuse is a serious and growing threat to our elders
By Kristen Arute Hingham – Every year millions of older adults fall victim to financial fraud. Some estimate that it affects 1 in 18 people. Around 4.5% of this population are victims […]
Experts discuss medical marijuana
Last night’s My Generation radio show featured experts in the field of medical cannabis, and was broadcast on 95.9 WATD-FM from 7-8:00 PM. Our panelists: Rob Durante, COO, MedWell Health and Wellness […]
AARP MA: Legislative Advocacy Update
By Mike Festa, State Director, AARP Massachusetts Credit Freeze Bill Closer to Passage Massachusetts House of Representatives recently passed H.B. 4241: An Act Removing Fees for Security Freezes and Disclosures of Consumer […]
Listen to our conversation with Human Resources consultant Denise Noble
Last night, Denise C. Noble, founder of The HR Engineers, was our guest on My Generation, broadcast live on 95.9 WATD-FM. Denise discussed ageism in the workplace, why hiring an older worker […]
Listen to our conversation with Cliff Aguirre, hypnotherapist and author
Last night, Cliff Aguirre was our guest on My Generation, broadcast live from 95.9 WATD-FM. As a certified hypnotherapist, Aguirre helps clients overcome phobias, eat more healthily, manage anxiety, stress, and depression, […]
Aging with Sass and Class
Too Soon Old, Too Late Smart By Loretta LaRoche Bette Davis famously said, “Aging is not for sissies.” I can at this point in my life say she was right on the […]
Listen to our conversation with Maria Burke, RN, owner of Celtic Angels
Our guest on last night’s My Generation show, broadcast live on 95.9 WATD-FM, was Maria Burke, RN. Maria is owner of Celtic Angels, Inc., a home health care agency based in Weymouth, […]
Tax time…who can help me?
By Nicole Long There are a variety of options to help you prepare and file your tax return this year. The IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program provides free preparation for filers […]
Listen to our conversation with AARP’s Mike Festa and Cindy Campbell
Last night’s My Generation show, broadcast live on 95.9 WATD-FM, featured two great guests from AARP Massachusetts: State Director Mike Festa and Communications Director Cindy Campbell. Topics discussed include facts about Massachusetts’ […]
March issue available online
The March issue of the South Shore Senior News is now available online.
Take a commercial break and get in shape!
By Wayne Wescott, Ph.D., and Rita La Rosa Loud, B.S. Most of us do not enjoy television commercials, especially because they seem so much louder than the newscasters giving us the latest […]
Listen to great health advice from registered dietitian Kathy Jordan
Kathy Jordan was our guest on last night’s My Generation show broadcast live on 95.9 WATD-FM. Kathy is a registered dietitian, certified personal trainer and weight loss, eating behavior, and fitness Coach. She […]
How the caregiver shortage is hitting home
By Mark Friedman In his recent book “M.I.T. economist and human resources expert Paul Osterman examines trends in the labor force market for caregivers. He basically concludes “it’s an absolute train wreck […]
Snowy Owls are back!
The “hunt” for snowy owls is on! South Shore photographers brave the winter elements in search of the nomad from the Arctic tundra. By Patricia Abbate In recent years, snowy owls, […]
Don’t let your financial future derail
Stay on track with simple, sound steps By Chris Hanson Recent storms and frigid temperatures have caused predictable commuting problems on the MBTA. Frequent delays, breakdowns, and a few years ago a […]
Find your passion and reinvent yourself…at any age. Listen to our conversation with Laura Willis for advice
Laura Willis, owner of Encore Revolution, was our guest tonight on My Generation, broadcast live on 95.9 WATD-FM. Our conversation focused on the fact that many men and woman who are approaching […]
Aging with Sass and Class
By Loretta LaRoche These days, it seems that not a day goes by without a magazine or new show doing a “special report” on aging. Why are they all so interested in […]
Listen to our conversation with Attorney Tom Williams
Tonight we welcomed guest and fellow 95.9 WATD-FM radio host, Attorney Tom Williams to our show, My Generation. Williams has practiced law for more than 40 years and has hosted his popular […]
Do you know about Veterans Directed Home and Community Based Services?
By John D. Miller The Veterans Administration offers a broad range of benefits to its veteran constituents. Many of these benefits are not well known, such as the Veterans Directed Home and […]
HRW Report: Nursing homes misuse drugs to control residents
Reprinted from Human Rights Watch, February 5, 2018 Nursing homes across the United States routinely give antipsychotic drugs to residents with dementia to control their behavior, despite regulatory prohibitions on this […]
Are dentures for you?
By Dr. Olga Kraeva Tooth loss is a fact of life. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, by age 50, Americans have lost an average of 12 teeth, and […]
Medical deduction…saved!
By Alexis Levitt As you know by now, the new federal tax law represents a broad overhaul of our tax rules. One item that was on the chopping block was the medical […]
When it comes to Home Care: The beauty of keeping it simple
By Mark Friedman One of my jobs as Owner of Senior Helpers Boston and South Shore, is to keep on top of trends in our industry that can influence care to our […]
Maintaining resolutions in the New Year
By Andrea Luttrell, RDN, LDN About half of Americans make New Year’s resolutions, with approximately 8% achieving their goals. Why such low success rates? Oftentimes, goals are set without looking at the […]
Listen to our conversation with local authors, Kate and Lloyd Emery
Last night, Kate MacLeod Emery and her husband, Lloyd Emery, were guests on our radio show, My Generation, broadcast live from the 95.9 WATD studios in Marshfield, MA. Kate is the author […]
Downsizing: How they did it
This month’s story is dear to me. Meet my parents! William and Deanne Zella (above), who decided years ago it was time to give away the stately nine bedroom family home nestled […]
The overlooked asset that is changing retirement planning
George A. Downey A recent Forbes article (June, 2017), Retirees Uncertain about Tapping Home Equity but Want to Age in Place, highlighted conclusions from research conducted by The American College of Financial […]
“Be Yourself. Everyone Else is Taken!” -Loretta LaRoche
Loretta LaRoche, PBS star, stress management expert, author and humorist, reflects on her path to authenticity, the importance of social connections, and becoming a jazz singer By Patricia Abbate Loretta LaRoche’s advice […]
Listen to great advice from Dr. Wayne L. Wescott, Professor of exercise science, Quincy College
Want to get in shape this year and don’t know where to start? Don’t let your New Year’s resolutions become a memory before January is over, especially those plans to get in […]
