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August 1, 2025Aug 1, 2025PCA Heatline offers lifesaving help during heat emergency
When a Heat Health Emergency is declared in Philadelphia, Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) operates its Heatline. This vital resource helps callers seeking relief and ...
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August 1, 2025Aug 1, 2025The reality of aging: Myths vs. Facts
Aging is a natural part of life. Yet, it’s often misunderstood. False beliefs about older adults continue to shape how aging is viewed. Ageism permeates daily conversations,...
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August 1, 2025Aug 1, 2025New mural celebrates joy, resilience and creativity of older adults
A new mural in Southwest Philadelphia challenges stereotypes about aging and celebrates vibrancy. Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA), Mural Arts Philadelphia and HumanGo...
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August 1, 2025Aug 1, 2025Quick Facts: The Older Americans Act (OAA)
Source: USAging For more than 50 years, the Older Americans Act (OAA) has connected older adults and their caregivers to services that help older adults age with health, digni...
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February 20, 2025Feb 20, 2025Aging well with HIV self management program
Are you older adult with HIV? Join this evidence-based workshop and learn ways to self-manage HIV and other chronic conditions as we age.
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February 3, 2025Feb 3, 2025Our hearts are healthier together
Taking care of your heart health is vitally important. There’s a lot you can do to prevent heart disease.
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February 3, 2025Feb 3, 2025PCA-supported fitness classes keep older adults active
Sandra Steward leads EnhanceFitness classes at Star Harbor Senior Community Center in Southwest Philadelphia, helping older adults stay active, mobile and strong.
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February 3, 2025Feb 3, 2025Advice on navigating complex caregiving
The biggest challenge for someone taking care of a parent or loved one is accepting your loved one for who they are now. Not who you knew them to be.
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February 3, 2025Feb 3, 2025Atakilt Wat: Ethiopian Cabbage, Potato & Carrot Stew
This vegan variation of a popular, traditional Ethiopian stew is recommend to be served with flatbread.
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