Activities

Arizona’s Best Senior Centers by County: What They Offer and How to Join

Add to Bookmark Bookmark Us! Counties and Communities Covered in This Guide This guide covers senior centers and aging services across Arizona’s major counties. If you are not sure which county you live in, find your city or town below. Maricopa County — Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Peoria, Surprise, Goodyear, Avondale, Buckeye, Sun City, Sun City West, […]

Arizona

Why Colorectal Screening Could Save Your Life — A Guide for Seniors

Add to Bookmark Bookmark Us! Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States, and adults over 65 face more than double the incidence rate of younger adults. The good news is that this is one of the most preventable and treatable cancers we know of — when it is caught early. The bad news […]

Finance

How to Apply for ALTCS (Arizona Long Term Care System): A Step-by-Step Guide

Add to Bookmark Bookmark Us! If you or a family member needs long-term care in Arizona — whether that means in-home support, assisted living, memory care, or nursing home placement — the Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) may cover most or all of the cost. ALTCS (pronounced “all-tecks”) is Arizona’s Medicaid program for long-term care, and it’s one of […]

Health Management

Excessive Napping May Be a Warning Sign of Underlying or Developing Health Conditions in Older Adults

Add to Bookmark Bookmark Us! A Mass General Brigham prospective cohort study of older adults found that excessive napping, especially in the morning, was associated with higher mortality rates. Results signal a clinical opportunity to track health conditions and prevent decline. New research reveals that as people age, naps may be an easily trackable warning sign of underlying conditions or […]

Alzheimer's/Memory Care

Finger-prick blood test breakthrough in worldwide Alzheimer’s research

Add to Bookmark Bookmark Us! Banner Health-led study enables global research participation without healthcare infrastructure barriers. SUN CITY, Ariz. (Jan. 5, 2026) – A groundbreaking international study demonstrates that Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers can be accurately detected using simple finger-prick blood samples that can be collected at home and mailed to laboratories without refrigeration or prior processing. The research, published Monday […]

Activities

A 10-Minute Daily Stretching Routine for Seniors

Add to Bookmark Bookmark Us! Gentle Movements to Improve Flexibility, Balance, and Comfort This article contains reasons why, examples of standing and seated exercises, and links to free videos on the web to help you put together your own stretching regimen. This simple 10-minute routine can be done once or twice a day. It focuses on the areas that most […]

News

FTC Issues Annual Report to Congress on Agency’s Actions to Protect Older Adults

Add to Bookmark Bookmark Us! The report highlights a dramatic increase in the number of older adults reporting losses of over $100,000 to scams. On December 1st, the Federal Trade Commission issued its annual report to Congress on protecting older adults, which shows a big increase in the number of older adults reporting losses of over $100,000 to scams. The […]

Community Service

Finding Trusted Caregivers in Arizona

Add to Bookmark Bookmark Us! How to Find Trusted Caregivers in Arizona Caring for a loved one is both rewarding and challenging. Whether you need part-time help, full-time assistance, or specialized medical care, finding a trusted caregiver in Arizona can feel overwhelming. With the right information, you can make confident choices that provide peace of mind for you and your […]

News

New Podcast Life, Death, All of It Dares to Ask: What Happens When We Stop Hiding the Most Human Parts of Ourselves?

Add to Bookmark Bookmark Us! Hosted by Krista Berlincourt, Life, Death, All of It explores the psychology of silence — inviting listeners to claim their shame, speak the unsaid, and build unshakable confidence through deeply human conversations with thought leaders across disciplines. Los Angeles, CA, May 16, 2025 –(PR.com)– Krista Berlincourt, a researcher, author, executive coach, and entrepreneur, has launched Life, […]

Legislation

Supplemental Oxygen Providers & Suppliers Commend Reintroduction of the Supplemental Oxygen Access Reform (SOAR) Act in U.S. Congress

Add to Bookmark Bookmark Us! The bipartisan legislation improves patient access to oxygen modalities, while strengthening Medicare fraud and abuse protections to improve respiratory care. Washington, DC, April 11, 2025 –(PR.com)– The Council for Quality Respiratory Care (CQRC) – a coalition of the nation’s leading home respiratory therapy providers and manufacturing companies – today applauds the reintroduction of the bipartisan Supplemental […]

Resources

Setting up a Crowdfunding Account for a Senior Citizen

Add to Bookmark Bookmark Us! Creating a crowdfunding account for a senior citizen in need can be a powerful way to gather financial support. Here’s a step-by-step guide: Choose a Crowdfunding Platform Select a platform that aligns with the type of assistance needed. Popular options include: GoFundMe: General crowdfunding for personal and medical needs. Fundly: Flexible funding for any cause. […]

Alzheimer's/Memory Care

ALTCS: Health Insurance for Individuals Who Require Nursing Home Level of Care

Add to Bookmark Bookmark Us! The Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS, pronounced ALL-Tecs) is health insurance for individuals who have an age related and/or physical disability and who require nursing facility level of care. Services may be provided in an institution or in a home or community-based setting. Those who qualify do not have to reside in a nursing […]

Community Service

Elderly Affairs and Resources

Add to Bookmark Bookmark Us! Protecting Arizona seniors from abuse and exploitation is an important priority for the Attorney General’s Office. The office provides information on scams and consumer fraud, takes legal action against those who prey on seniors and supports legislation to protect seniors. Attorney General Kris Mayes recently announced a newly launched Elder Affairs Unit focused on stopping […]