Preview a scene from the first of a series of old-fashioned radio dramas Preview a live scene from “Sorry, Wrong Number,” performed by local actors during our live broadcast last night. This […]
Marshfield – The Talking Information Center, a non-profit reading service that broadcasts readings of newspapers, magazines and books to visually impaired listeners, will air three new live radio dramas this summer. Listeners can […]
Last night we had a lively discussion regarding steps we need to take to protect ourselves against an assorted variety of scams that are actively targeting the uninformed and vulnerable. Cindy Campbell, […]
Cindy Campbell, Communications Director for AARP Massachusetts, and international authority on geriatric medicine and eldercare, Dr. Bill Thomas, will be our guests this Sunday, 7:00 pm, on My Generation. Broadcast live from the […]
As owner of Senior Helpers Boston I love the fact that there’s an “Older American Month,” and this year’s theme is “Age Out Loud.” It speaks volumes about our seniors, the vibrancy […]
Last night we welcomed Julie Lovely, Executive Director, Wild Hearts Therapeutic Equestrian Program and Wild Hearts Horses for Heroes. Please click the audio link below to enjoy the broadcast. […]
Brockton and Plymouth – Retirement can have positive or negative impacts on health. One study by the National Bureau of Economic Research concluded that complete retirement leads to a 5-16% increase in […]
Seven Hills Foundation’s Adult Family Care In September 2016 the Santos family, of New Bedford, MA, made a life-changing decision that today is proving very wise. Family matriarch Gilda Santos, who recently […]
By Susan Sheehan South Weymouth – In early May, I attended the celebration and ribbon cutting for the new site of the Alzheimer’s Association Office in Waltham. The event included a […]
By Wayne Westcott, Ph.D. and Rita La Rosa Loud, B.S. Quincy – If you are like so many Americans who have trouble sticking to an exercise or weight loss program, here six steps […]
“I rediscovered my past here on Nantasket Beach.” HULL – As a young boy growing up in Quincy, Ron Della Chiesa was smitten with the world of opera and radio. A fixture of […]
Last night we welcomed Jennifer G. Mayer, Doctor of Audiology and Owner of South Shore Hearing Center, to our radio show, My Generation, 95.9 WATD-FM. Our discussion focused “sound advice” from Dr. Mayer, including how […]
Last night we welcomed Rosemarie Lanchester, owner, Everything You With For, to our radio show, My Generation, on 95.9 WATD-FM. Our discussion focused on a new and popular alternative, natural therapy used to treat emotional and […]
Reiki: An Integrated Health Therapy By Carol Corio Reiki is one of the most recognized and embraced of the healing energy modalities. “Reiki originated in Tibet or India, and the healing system […]
Last night we welcomed Susan Sheehan, Executive Director of Windrose at Weymouth to our radio show, My Generation, on 95.9 WATD-FM. Our discussion focused on important and timely issues surrounding memory care support. To listen […]
DECIDING TO WORK PAST “NORMAL” RETIREMENT AGE offers tangible advantages—a fatter nest egg, bigger Social Security benefits and, for some, a sense of personal satisfaction. Staying in the workforce later in life […]
A natural period of renewal, spring is the best time to clean out, lighten up and re-organize. Enlist the help of others (like the whole family! so it will not be overwhelming. […]
Last night we had a great discussion with Leslie Courtney, Vice President, Seven Hills Family Services, on our radio show, My Generation, broadcast 7-8 PM, 95.9 WATD-FM. Listen to our conversation by clicking on the […]
Reprinted from the May 2017 issue of South Shore Senior News Boston’s Home Team pitches in to help In recent years, the charitable arm of the Olde Towne Team, The Red Sox […]
Last night we had a great discussion about how to protect ourselves from identify theft and how to recognize and avoid scams with Cindy Campbell, Communications Director for AARP Massachusetts. Listen to our […]
The arts scene in Boston is among the best in the state when it comes to world-class theatre, ballet, and other professional shows, as well as cultural and sporting events. We’ve worked […]
Divorce attorneys, financial planners, and registered investment advisors are beginning to recognize reverse mortgages as an innovative financial planning tool for senior homeowners. Divorce rates among seniors, dubbed “gray divorce”, are on […]
Reprinted from the April edition of the South Shore Senior News. By Chris Hanson Easton – We all remember “The thrill of victory and the agony of defeat” from ABC’s “Wide World […]
John Miller, founder and owner of Home Care Partners, was our guest on last night’s radio show, My Generation, broadcast on 95.9 WATD-FM. Listen to our conversation by clicking the link below as we discuss some […]
Peter Smith, host of the 95.9 WATD-FM radio show, The Antiques Air Show, and owner of The Plymouth Exchange, was our guest on our radio show on the same station, My Generation, […]
Last night we welcomed Dave Austin, founder and owner of Lift & Care Systems, Inc., to our radio show, My Generation, on 95.9 WATD-FM. Our discussion focused on how the goal of […]
Reprinted from the March issue of South Shore Senior News Quincy – Even with the recent emphasis on exercise, the United States Public Health Service informs us that approximately 90 percent of […]
Last night we welcomed Quincy-based Elder Law Attorney Robert Romano to our radio show, My Generation, on WATD-FM 95.9. Our discussion focused on important legal issues for seniors to consider including asset protection, the five legal […]
By Melissa Weidman We’ve all heard the proverb, “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” Here’s evidence that it may in fact be true: every week, Hope Hospice volunteer Jan Nowak shows […]
Reprinted from the March issue of South Shore Senior News By Randy Veraguas It’s the month of action, right? So I dare you to March through your home and label things. You […]
Last night we welcomed the CEO of Top Notch Transitional Services, Brandon Bronaugh to our show, My Generation, on WATD-FM 95.9. Brandon discussed the challenges many seniors and their loved ones face when […]
As more and more people face financial shortfalls that will force them to delay retirement, new strategies are needed to support our aging workforce. According to Kurt Czarnowski, a former Communications Director […]
Lloyd and Kate Emery were the most delightful guests last night on our radio show,“My Generation,” broadcast on WATD 95.9 FM. Did you know that 80 is the new 40? That’s their […]
We are pleased to announce that the South Shore Hearing Center will be sponsoring our radio show on WATD-FM 95.9, My Generation, broadcast on Sunday nights, 7-8:00 pm. Looking for sound advice? […]
Last night we sat down with multi-talented creative artists, Susan Oberg and Harvey Jacobvitz. As professional clowns Fruit and Jingle, they have been entertaining and teaching their craft all over the world […]
Affordable programs available for seniors Braintree — For nearly 140 years a fraternal insurance benefits society has been available to Catholics in the Greater Boston area and throughout most of the country. […]
“The fact that I’m turning 75 makes me want to speed up!” Hull — Jumping into an “encore” career back in 1993, Priscilla Beadle was ahead of her time. Not only did […]
We were thrilled to welcome Joe Berkeley to our show last night. If you didn’t catch it live, click on the audio link below for a real treat. To learn more about […]
By Mark Friedman Being in the business of providing care in the home, I believe in the concept of aging in place. For my agencies, Senior Helpers South Shore and Senior Helpers […]
Join us Sunday, February 19, at 7:00 pm for a special conversation with a very special creative South Shore talent–Joe Berkeley, CEO of Joe Berkeley LLC–on My Generation, broadcast on radio station […]
David Corman, President of Generations Asset Preservation, was our guest this past Sunday on our radio show, My Generation. Click the audio link below to to hear the full conversation. Generations Asset Preservation provides […]
Tune in this Sunday! Our radio guest will be David Corman, President and Founder of Generations Asset Preservation, Braintree. Listen live at WATD-FM, 95.9, 7-8:00 pm, or stream via the web, Sunday, […]
Reprinted from the February issue of the South Shore Senior News By Chris Hanson Retirement planning is so complex it’s tempting to use a product that implies simplification. Target date funds are […]
Reprinted from the February issue of South Shore Senior News. By Diana DiGiorgi Hard of hearing (HOH) refers to people who still have some useful hearing and can understand spoken language, in […]
Reprinted from the South Shore Senior News February 2017 issue By Dr. Wayne Westcott and Rita La Rosa Loud Our preferred means for senior strength training is well-designed resistance machines, like the Nautilus […]
Proposed ‘Voucher’ Plan Threatens Benefits of over 1,100,000 Commonwealth Residents AARP today launched a comprehensive campaign to protect Medicare in the face of proposals by some in Congress that would hurt […]
Reprinted from the South Shore Senior News February 2017 edition. By Delia DeMello Tax time is fast approaching. Preparing your documents can seem overwhelming. Some forms and paperwork might be difficult to […]
Reprinted from the South Shore Senior News, February 2017 edition By Lisa Burke “Winter is here again and we’re talking about selling our home and moving to a senior community … we’re […]
Join the 25th Annual SENIOR CELEBRATION! Tuesday, May 23, 2017 Shaw’s Center, Brockton More than 600 older adults attend this annual free event where they enjoy Free Entertainment, Free Seminars, Free Workshops, […]
Dianne Legro, speaking coach, author, key note speaker, and world class, award-winning soprano and teaching artist, was with us last night. Most recently she has been working with seniors on the South […]
