Category: LOCAL
A thoughtful goodbye – and a responsible handoff to a new healthcare provider
By Dr. Richard Wolfert, DMD The Toothboss, www.toothboss.com Over the years, many of my patients have shared this similar story. They arrive for a medical appointment, sometimes after waiting weeks or even months, only to...
Read MorePresence of the president adds extra excitement to everyday life in Palm Beach neighborhood
By Victor Block I visited President Trump at Mar-a-Lago – sort of. I could have been driving along any street in the United States. The sun was shining, traffic was light, and there was no indication that I was passing through...
Read MoreSenior Living. Senior Solutions. Made Simple. How proper preparation can create a stress-free process for selling your house this spring
By Korey Welch, Owner of Boom Realty and Senior Mortgage Broker, Loan Factory Spring is nature’s way of saying, “Let’s begin again.” And for many senior citizens, that whisper of warm air and birdsong may also be saying,...
Read MoreLiving in the middle: When you’re 62, still working full speed, and supporting your parents
By Mark Friedman At 62, I imagined I would be easing into a different chapter – mentoring, traveling, enjoying grandchildren, perhaps scaling back professionally. Instead, like a growing number of us, I live in the “middle,”...
Read MoreDaily stretching for adults and seniors – whether dynamic or static – supports overall physical health
By Rita La Rosa Loud, B.S. Prior to exploring advantages exclusively with flexibility training, Westcott and La Rosa Loud’s conclusive studies combining strength training with stretching demonstrated a 20% increase in strength...
Read MoreMonthlong celebrations provide an opportunity to honor both women and social workers
By Nicole Long, MSW, LICSW CEO of Old Colony Elder Services “Civilization is a method of living, an attitude of equal respect for all men.” – Jane Addams March is both Women’s History Month and Social Work Month! In...
Read MorePlacing your home in a trust is a proactive step to protect your family and your assets
By Elizabeth A. Caruso, Esq. Do I really need to put my house into a trust? Yes! You absolutely should and this is why: In Massachusetts, putting your home into a trust is one of the most effective estate planning strategies...
Read MoreA heart for service and a gift for connection: Meet Rubya Miranda
Behind every thoughtful schedule at Celtic Angels Home Health Care is a deep understanding of people – their needs, routines, and the comfort that comes from consistency. For Rubya Miranda, scheduling coordinator at the Weymouth...
Read MoreCondo leaders should pay attention to reverse mortgages to protect the entire community
By George A. Downey Reverse mortgages aren’t just loans for older residents. They help keep HOA fees paid, budgets stable, and unit sales marketable. They also help avoid unnecessary legal challenges. In Massachusetts, where age...
Read MoreWhen facing the grief of heartbreaking losses, vulnerability can be heroic
By Meghan Fitzpatrick, Hospice & Palliative Care Representative Old Colony Hospice & Palliative Care Recently, many of my dearest friends have suffered profound losses. Bearing witness to so much grief in such a short...
Read MoreThe worst time to ignore dental problems? Winter – no question about it
By Dr. Richard Wolfert, DMD The Toothboss, www.toothboss.com For seniors, cold weather, icy sidewalks, and shorter days make it tempting to delay dental visits. Yet when it comes to your oral health, winter is the worst...
Read MoreIs Medicare’s out-of-pocket cap truly saving beneficiaries money?
By Patricia Prewitt My Personal Rx Adviser I have been following with interest reports on the impact of the 2025 cap on out-of-pocket prescription costs from various healthcare sources, including government websites. The data is...
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