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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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July 1, 2025Jul 1, 2025BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month
July spotlights the importance of mental health in Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC) communities.
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July 1, 2025Jul 1, 2025Invisible and visible disabilities: What are the differences? Why do they matter?
At Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA), we support older adults and adults of all ages with disabilities. These two groups may overlap at times. But they’re not the sam...
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July 1, 2025Jul 1, 2025Techniques to reduce chronic stress
Chronic stress can create a cascading effect of medical challenges for older adults.
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July 1, 2025Jul 1, 2025Jimmy Binns: Motorcyclist and Philadelphia legend with a ‘Rocky’ connection
James “Jimmy” Binns, 85, of South Philadelphia, rides his motorcycle every single day. The fearless lawyer of 60 years may be a true Philadelphia legend.
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July 1, 2025Jul 1, 2025I AM PCA: Marialana Crispin, PCA’s director of Long-Term Care Options
Marialana Crispin began her college studies in criminal justice to become a lawyer. Then, she encountered a social worker who inspired a change.
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July 1, 2025Jul 1, 2025Older Philadelphians can get $25 in produce vouchers from PCA
The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) is back in 2025! This program helps older adults buy fresh Pennsylvania-grown fruits and vegetables. It also supports local...
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