Finding Community and Purpose in the Next Chapter: Jim Oakes' Story
Jim Oakes has spent his life solving complex problems — as an industrial engineer, an Air Force officer, and a healthcare technology consultant. But w...
El Niño Heat Risks for Older Adults: How to Stay Safe This Summer
You may have heard the term "El Niño" during a weather forecast and wondered whether it actually affects life here in Northern Virginia. The short answer: it can. For older adults, undersanding it could help you stay healthy when temperatures climb. ...
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5 Myths About Independent Living That Cause Seniors to Wait Too Long
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