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September 1, 2025Sep 1, 2025Senior center offer a framework for retirement
Retirement offers numerous benefits. These include free time to pursue interests, travel and spend with your loved ones. However, retirement can also bring significant challen...
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September 1, 2025Sep 1, 2025I AM PCA: The faces of our senior centers
Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) operates two senior community centers and supports the entire senior center network throughout Philadelphia. PCA’s Firehouse Active ...
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September 1, 2025Sep 1, 2025Former Philadelphia City Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds-Brown discusses her career in politics
By Jay Nachman Writing a book was a lifelong dream for former Philadelphia City Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds-Brown. Now, she can add “author” to her long list of disting...
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August 1, 2025Aug 1, 2025Importance of staying up to date with vaccines
Source: VaccineInformation.org August is Immunization Awareness Month. The Immunization Action Coalition recommends immunization throughout your life. Here are several reasons...
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August 1, 2025Aug 1, 2025Lifelong learning: Education has no age limit
By Jay Nachman In 2013, after her husband became ill, Maxine West, 67, began painting as a hobby. She discovered she had talent. She is now studying art and design at the Comm...
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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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