Many Americans found themselves out of a job this past spring amidst the coronavirus crisis. As of April, one in four small businesses had temporarily closed their doors due to stay-at-home orders, and over 42.6 billion American workers filed for unemployment during the crisis. As
These days, we are all trying to stay safe and healthy at home. For seniors, it’s especially important to promote safety in day-to-day life to maintain independence. One key factor in staying independent at home is improving balance. Good balance helps to prevent harmful falls
These days, we need to stay at home as much as possible. The current stay at home initiatives help keep us safe from the pandemic. But, it can make finding work difficult for older adults. One option is to look for remote work. These kinds
Around the nation, older adults make their marks every day as volunteers, employees, employers, parents, grandparents, mentors, and advocates. They offer their time, talents, and experience to the benefit of our communities. For 57 years, Older Americans Month (OAM) has been a special time to
The Pandemic has changed a lot about our day-to-day lives. We have settled into our “new normal” in many different ways, and our paces have slowed in order to protect ourselves and others. As we wait for the threat of the virus to lift, many
If you’ve ever stepped out of the workforce for a long period, you know that re-entering the workforce is no easy feat. It can be especially difficult for older adults who may encounter age discrimination or skill gaps. In the face of the novel coronavirus
Experts have told us that older adults are a vulnerable population to the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19. If you have aging parents, supporting them during social distancing can be a challenge. You may need to take some creative measures to keep them safe at home.
Under normal circumstances, seniors are often homebound and hungry. Today, with the COVID-19 pandemic forcing so many to stay home, please remember Meals on Wheels of Northeast Ohio is still operating. Meals on Wheels of Northeast Ohio, a program of VANTAGE Aging has always followed
With the recent outbreak of the novel coronavirus COVID-19, we know that seniors are especially vulnerable to illnesses. To protect your aging parents, there are several steps you can take that can prevent the spread of viruses and promote health. Are you concerned about an
People are living longer, retiring later, and more than ever, exploring new ways to use their experiences to contribute to society. But even as our workforce grows older, negative feelings about aging are still prevalent in some workplaces. An often not talked about subject, ageism
