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June 16, 2021Jun 16, 2021The history of Philadelphia’s gay rights movement
America's first organized LGBTQ+ rights demonstration was held at Philadelphia's Independence Hall on July 4, 1965.
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June 16, 2021Jun 16, 2021LGBTQ older adults classified as population of ‘greatest social need’
The PA Dept. of Aging recognized and designated older adults who are LGBTQ as a population of “greatest social need,” defined as a need caused by noneconomic factors, whic...
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June 16, 2021Jun 16, 2021How to be an LGBTQ+ ally
It is important time for those who identify as straight to learn more about the LGBTQ+ experience and to openly support LGBTQ+ individuals.
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May 6, 2021May 6, 2021Health Brief: Get your health care back on track
Many older adults may have put doctor visits and health screenings on the backburner during the COVID-19 pandemic. It's important to get preventive health care back on track.
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April 30, 2021Apr 30, 2021The City of Motherly Love
Mothers Day has been a national holiday since 1914 when President Woodrow Wilson, urged by a Philadelphia woman, Anna Jarvis, signed it into law.
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April 30, 2021Apr 30, 2021Attitudes, words can help combat ageism
Common assumptions about older adults include that they are needy or that they have little desire for romance. These are examples of unconscious bias, or snap judgements.
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April 30, 2021Apr 30, 2021From ordinary to extraordinary: Artists transform senior center
Three older adult artists have been working on a colorful floor-to-ceiling mural inside South Philadelphia Older Adult Center at 1430 E. Passyunk Ave.
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April 29, 2021Apr 29, 2021Creating art uplifts the body and soul
Multimedia artist Terrence L. Gore, 56, of West Philadelphia, has learned to treasure each day.
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April 29, 2021Apr 29, 2021Honoring older Americans
In May, the nation honors Older Americans Month. PCA has made it its mission to honor and serve Philadelphia’s older adults every day since it was founded in 1973.
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