Banks are becoming bulwarks against scams for vulnerable seniors
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Banks and investment firms are training employees to spot red flags and stop the transactions.
Health Matters
Older Americans quit weight-loss drugs in droves
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Loss of coverage, gastrointestinal problems, and decreased muscle mass are all factors in the trend.Around Town
Sunday, Nov. 16: Find your new passion at the Piedmont Adult Recreation Expo
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Explore the wealth of recreational, cultural, educational, and civic activity opportunities our small city has to offer.Featured in Category
Don’t pass the Buck: Institute studying science of aging offers free guided tours
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The institute is considered one of the nation’s top aging research centers.Around Town
Piedmont Profile | Anne Callahan offers older residents a boutique caregiving service
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"Senior Sidekick" helps with errands, meal prep, technology lessons, pet care, group outings, prescription management and more.Around Town
Registration for PRD fall classes, activities now open
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The Fall Activity Guide is jam-packed with classes, events, and holiday break camps.health
Keeping seniors in the swim — Gym membership a big Medicare benefit, for now
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Eligible seniors can take advantage of the SilverSneakers benefit -- and access community fitness centers (and pools) nationwide.climate change
Taking aim at ageism: Stanford summit looks at changing the conversation about longevity
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65-and-over population will nearly double in size in the coming decades, and by 2034 older adults are projected to outnumber children for the first time in US history.Health Matters
Homebound seniors living alone often slip through health system’s cracks
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There is a large population of older adults with physical problems that prevent them from leaving home.Technology
