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June 7, 2024Jun 7, 2024Boning up on bone health
Calcium and vitamin D help maintain bone health. At least 1,200 mg of each nutrient is recommended for women 50+ and men 70+.
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June 4, 2024Jun 4, 2024PCA President & CEO joins Governor and PDA Secretary of Aging to unveil 10-Year master plan on aging
Najja R. Orr, DBA, FCPP, PCA president & CEO, participated in the release of the 10-Year strategic plan on aging designed to improve services for older Pennsylvanians.
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June 3, 2024Jun 3, 2024PCA: We Stand For You
PCA is pleased to showcase our revised :30 second television commercial, featuring the return of retired 6abc television reporter, Vernon Odom, as the voice of PCA.
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May 31, 2024May 31, 2024Inclusion for LGBTQ+ older adults still room for improvement
Many LGBTQ+ older people reported delaying or avoiding necessary medical care out of fear of discrimination from health care staff.
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May 30, 2024May 30, 2024Stop Senior Scams: How to spot – and avoid – fake jobs
Job offers can be too good to be true at times, which is why it’s vital to remain vigilant.
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May 30, 2024May 30, 2024Historical Society of Pennsylvania holds American treasures
"Philadelphia’s Library of American History" celebrates its 200th anniversary in 2024 with a collection of more than 21 million items from the 16th to 21st centuries.
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May 30, 2024May 30, 2024Protecting vulnerable older adults from risk
1 in 6 people aged 60 or older experiences some form of abuse in community settings each year. We must do all that we can to stop the mistreatment of older adults.
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May 29, 2024May 29, 2024Creative spirits shine: South Philadelphia Older Adult Center hosts Celebrate Arts & Aging reception
Last Thursday, PCA hosted a memorable artists’ reception at the South Philadelphia Older Adult Center as part of the 22nd Annual Celebrate Arts & Aging exhibit.
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May 23, 2024May 23, 2024Championing change: Resident advocates gather for PEER workshop
On May 23, the Philadelphia Long Term Care Ombudsman Program held a PEER workshop at PCA for residents and staff of nursing facilities.
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