Senior Digest News

Proposed budget threatens services

Monday, April 30, 2012 2:44:16 PM by Administrator Account

On the Senior Agenda by William F. Flynn, Jr.

When discussing senior issues with legislators and other Rhode Island policy-makers, I find that many are unaware of the magnitude of our state’s growing senior population.

It’s scary: Macabre items are now sought

Monday, April 30, 2012 2:43:05 PM by Administrator Account

Today's Antiques by Scott Davis

As crazy as it sounds, humans have always had a fascination with the “dark side.” The term macabre as it relates to antiques and collectibles refers to disturbing objects, usually of a frightening or gruesome nature. Who among us has not partaken in the guilty pleasure of a good scary Vincent Price or Alfred Hitchcock movie, or marveled at the preserved specimen of a two-headed baby in a jar at the Museum of Natural History?

You’re never too old to play

Monday, April 30, 2012 2:41:49 PM by Administrator Account

From the Director's Desk by Catherine Taylor

May is Older Americans Month, and this year it is being celebrated under the banner of “Never Too Old to Play.”

Inexpensive projects can keep you in place

Monday, April 30, 2012 2:39:40 PM by Administrator Account

On the Inside by Kathleen S. Connell

As we age, so do our homes. However, is your home aging as well as you are?

Closing of facility crushes advocates

Monday, April 30, 2012 2:38:21 PM by Administrator Account

By Kathleen Heren

I want to share with you the sadness of a nursing home closure. Pawtuxet Village, located at 270 Post Road, Warwick, is closing its doors. The facility has been an icon in the Warwick community for many years. Pawtuxet is conveniently located on a bus line and is also within walking distance for many family members who live in the vicinity of the home but do not drive. Pawtuxet Village was built by the Buonaiuto family in 1969, and along with its sister home, Greenwood Care, delivered impeccable care under Gus Buonaiuto.