Area Foundation Program Combats Elder Abuse
Just as it is an inevitable fact that aging is a part of life, a sadder fact is that many of our elders become subjects of abuse, often from those
Just as it is an inevitable fact that aging is a part of life, a sadder fact is that many of our elders become subjects of abuse, often from those
Few things in life bring people together quite like a meal. It has long been acknowledged that sitting down and eating with someone is virtually the perfect way to break
Home is the center of our lives, a basic necessity. If you already have secure housing, this may not be top of mind, but many San Antonians are struggling to
February is recognized as National Senior Independence Month, a time when older adults, community members and organizations can collaborate and share resources to help all of us – no matter the
A San Antonio Area Foundation program focused on serving and supporting our region’s older adults is significantly expanding thanks to a new federal grant. AmeriCorps, the federal agency for service and volunteering,
After doing volunteer work for a nonprofit organization Rose and Robert Reyes decided to start one of their own, founding King’s Compassion in 2011. Their nonprofit focuses on serving San
Have you heard of Ageism Awareness Day? The American Society on Aging, along with Reframing Aging supporters celebrates this day (observed Oct. 7) to bring attention and awareness to the impact
The concept of wellness transcends more than just good health or the absence of illness or disease. Wellness is self-care – taking care of the whole person, mind, body and
More than 30 years ago this month, history was made with the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities, including in employment, transportation, public
As Americans, we believe in justice for all. Yet we fail to live up to this promise when we allow older members of our society to be abused or neglected. Older