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Merokean Miriam Baruch, at microphone, competed alongside nine other contestants for the title of Ms. New York Senior America.

The 34th annual Ms. New York Senior America pageant kicked off at Molloy College on July 14, in which nine women over the age of 60 competed in a series of showcases that displayed their grace, … more

7/25/19

Be alert to elder abuse

Every June 15 we commemorate World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. It is important that we speak openly about elder abuse, because it is a hidden crime that most Americans are reluctant to talk about or even acknowledge. more

By Madeline Singas | 7/6/19

Herald, RichnerLive teaming up to host Senior Expo in August

Herald Community Newspapers and RichnerLive will host a summer Senior Health & Beyond Expo on Thursday, Aug. 8, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Merrick Jewish Centre. This free event is dedicated … more

7/5/19

Volunteering: The Icing on the Cupcake

Are you among the recently (or not so recently) retired? People who have spent years in their various professions often look forward with anticipation to lazy mornings, casual clothing and lunch with … more

By Kathleen Donnelly, LETTERS Chief Volunteer Officer | 6/26/19

Ann DeMichael was presented with the Senior Community Service Person of the Year Award at the Oceanside Senior Center on Monday.

Community Person of the Year honored in Oceanside

Woodmere resident Ann DeMichael was presented with the 2019 Senior Community Service Person of the Year Award for her work at the Oceanside Senior Center. more

By Julia Baxley | 6/20/19

Carol Waldman, Glen Cove Senior Center Executive Director, top left, was joined by Pete Helig, Stewart and Nina Held and Marilyn Brenner in celebrating the success of the SAGE Foundation.

Glen Cove tees off to help senior center

The sun was shining and the wind provided a nice breeze on the afternoon of June 3, making for a perfect day for the Glen Cove SAGE Foundation’s annual golf outing. Established in 2005, SAGE … more

By Mike Conn | 6/6/19

State Assemblyman Chuck Lavine, left, and Adam Levin, a representative of New York State Attorney General Letitia James’s office, shared information on the latest scams with seniors at the Life Enrichment Center in Oyster Bay.

Oyster Bay senior citizens learn how to avoid scams

Dorothy Doerbecker has received many prank calls, even one saying that her sister was in the intensive care unit at a hospital. “And I got IRS calls twice,” said Doerbecker, of Massapequa. “I … more

By Laura Lane | 5/24/19

7 Tips to Help Seniors Overcome Everyday Challenges

As we age, performing ordinary everyday tasks once taken for granted often becomes more challenging due to arthritis, vision or balance issues, reduced range of motion and other health issues related … more

by Wendy Gurtman, OT and Assistant Director of Rehabilitation | 5/23/19

Students and seniors alike kept moving throughout the entire Electric Slide.

Glen Cove Senior Center’s evening of intergenerational fun

For over 20 years, the Glen Cove Senior Center has hosted its annual Senior Ball. During this eagerly awaited event, students from Glen Cove High School head to the center to help the city’s … more

By Mike Conn | 5/23/19

Vincent “Bobby” Ferrari, 99, played the clarinet during the Golden Tone Orchestra’s monthly performance at the Merrick Golf Course. The Baldwinite has an ear for music, despite being hard of hearing in his advanced age.

‘The music is my company’

Baldwinite Vincent “Bobby” Ferrari has a difficult time hearing those who are talking right in front of him — the 99-year-old often has to ask people to raise their voices, or repeat … more

5/16/19

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