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Walk to End Alzheimer’s
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Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States and the fifth-leading cause of death for individuals age 65 and older. This devastating and debilitating disease is the ultimate thief — of memories, independence, control, time, and, ultimately, life.
Agency on Aging to Host Sessions on Master Plan – York
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The Pennsylvania Department of Aging has embarked on the development of a 10-year strategic plan designed to help transform the infrastructure and coordination of services for Pennsylvania’s older adults, and they want public input.
Agency on Aging to Host Sessions on Master Plan – Lebanon
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The Lebanon County Area Agency on Aging will host listening sessions on the Department of Aging’s development of the Master Plan for Older Adults — a 10-year, state-led, and stakeholder-driven strategic plan designed to help transform the infrastructure and coordination of services for older Pennsylvanians.
Create Columbia Announces Postcard Art Exhibit
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Artists both local and from around the world are invited to submit original art in the form of a postcard to Create Columbia’s third Postcard Art Invitational.
Sinatra Tribute Artist Slated for 50plus EXPO in York
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Longtime Frank Sinatra tribute artist Rich DeSimone will be performing at the York County 50plus EXPO on Sept. 27 at the York Expo Center.
50plus EXPOs Return This Fall
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Baby boomers, seniors, their families, and caregivers will find timely information for living happy, healthy, and productive lives at OLP Events’ 50plus EXPOs, returning to Lancaster, York, and Cumberland counties this fall.
GriefShare Support Group Set at Derry Church
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GriefShare, a 13-week seminar and support group for people grieving the death of someone close, will be held 5-7 p.m. Mondays, July 17 – Oct. 9, at Derry Presbyterian Church, 248 E. Derry Road, Hershey.
Scenes from the Chester County 50plus EXPO
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We were thrilled to host the 19th annual Chester County 50plus EXPO on June 6 at the Church Farm School!
The Beauty in Nature: Ghost Crabs and Fiddler Crabs
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Summer weather has arrived, and many people vacation along the Atlantic Coast, where numerous kinds of semi-aquatic creatures live, including related ghost crabs and fiddler crabs.