Maxa Schutzbank Berid, 81, has explored the vastness of our world with an unwavering passion. Her travels have taken her to exotic destinations such as Tibet, Bhutan, and much of Africa. From traversing European landscapes to hiking mountains in the Annapurna Circuit,...
Ask Joan: Dispelling myths about aging
Q. I feel like I am living a pretty active and independent life, but I am uncomfortable when some family members mention my age (79) and assume I soon won’t be able to do certain activities or live alone. To me, age is just a number – is it wrong to think that way? A....
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program Focus Groups
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program Focus Groups Join us in a confidential setting to talk about your experiences with residents/patients in long-term care settings who have behavioral health and substance use disorder. Our Ombudsman Program is conducting a series of...
AgeSpan welcomes new board members
AgeSpan welcomes Andrea Sullivan and Gary Lee as the newest members of our Board of Directors. Both bring a wealth of experience that will help further our mission of ensuring everyone’s choice to lead fulfilling lives as they age. Andrea is Lawrence General...
Ask Joan: Simple ways to manage holiday blues
Q. I do love the holiday season, but since my wife passed away a few years ago, I sometimes struggle and feel a bit depressed. A friend of mine called it the “holiday blues”, but it seems wrong to feel sad when everything is supposed to be joyful. Do you have any...
Gudinas joins AgeSpan as Chief Development Officer
Gudinas joins AgeSpan as Chief Development Officer AgeSpan is pleased to welcome Chief Development Officer Maria Gudinas. In her new role, Maria will develop, implement, and expand AgeSpan’s fundraising program with focus on establishing a culture of philanthropy...
AgeSpan Maintains National Accreditation Status for Care Management
LAWRENCE - AgeSpan is proud to announce its 3-year accreditation for Case Management for Long Term Services and Supports from the National Committee for Quality Assurance for our Home Care Program. NCQA awards the status of Accredited–3 years to organizations that...
RSVP Today! Celebrating 50 Years of Inspiring Aging
Join us for our milestone anniversary luncheon, "50 Years of Inspiring Aging: Celebrating the Power, Value, and Voices of Older Adults," with special guest, Harvey Leonard, WCVB Channel 5’s Chief Meteorologist Emeritus. Harvey Leonard, WCVB Channel 5’s Chief...
Ask Joan: Your gift gives others the choice to stay at home
The holidays are just around the corner. It’s the time of year when we decorate our homes, enjoy holiday traditions, and cook our family’s favorite meals. It’s also time to celebrate with family and friends. and celebrate is exactly what AgeSpan is going to do as we...
Ask Joan: Find the sweet alternatives this holiday season
Q: I've been living with diabetes for many years and find I tend to struggle during the holidays. I want to celebrate with loved ones but also stay on track with managing my disease. Do you have any tips for what I can do? A: The holidays bring lots of joy and...