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July 28, 2022Jul 28, 2022Knowledge, resources are powerful
One of the greatest lessons that we’ve learned from the pandemic is that knowledge is power. Information can create a safety net to get us through the toughest times.
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July 18, 2022Jul 18, 2022988: A Direct Line for Suicide Prevention and Crisis Support
Effective July 16, 2022, the number 988 will serve as a direct link for suicide prevention and crisis support.
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July 8, 2022Jul 8, 2022WATCH: PCA featured in 6abc’s Art of Aging segment
PCA was recently showcased on 6abc’s Art of Aging! Watch the full segment in the link provided.
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July 6, 2022Jul 6, 2022New guidance issued on daily aspirin use in older adults
According to new guidance from the Preventive Services Task Force, adults 60+ shouldn't start taking daily, low-dose aspirin to prevent heart attacks or strokes.
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July 6, 2022Jul 6, 2022Time for a mid-year wellness check-up
Summer is usually associated with leisure activities. But this is also the perfect time to do a mid-year health and wellness check-up.
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July 6, 2022Jul 6, 2022Navigating a world without hearing
Early detection of profound hearing loss and intervention helped Jay, now 89, and his wife, Marilyn, 88, who’s hard of hearing, to lead very full lives.
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July 6, 2022Jul 6, 2022Use fresh, seasonal produce to create healthy, colorful meals
Take advantage of summer's bounty of seasonal Pennsylvania produce & free produce vouchers from PCA.
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July 5, 2022Jul 5, 2022Vouchers for free produce available to older Philadelphians
PCA's annual distribution of Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program produce vouchers to income-eligible older Philadelphians has begun.
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July 5, 2022Jul 5, 2022Master woodworker creates marvels with his ‘magic’ hands
Bruce Driscoll, 72, of Roxborough, teaches the art of woodworking to older adults at Philadelphia Woodworks.
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