On this edition of Friday Friends, Kelly Baxter of Baxter Palliative Care shares what palliative care is and how it can help individuals live a more full life!

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Welcome to Tuesday Tips! Every Tuesday Deb Burton from RI Elder Info will give you a quick two minute tip for seniors, caregivers, and professionals!

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Lewy body dementia can look very different from other types of dementia. Brandi Hacket & Julia Wood of the Lewy Body Dementia Association share how this type of dementia manifests and tips for those caring for someone with LBD.

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Throughout the pandemic Meals on Wheels as continued to provide home delivered meals and expanded their services. Director Meg Grady will share how they have expanded their service to include culturally appropriate food and other services.

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What is gerontology & Why should I learn about it?  Aging impacts every level of society-from the workplace, to social service agencies to health care. There is an enormous demand for people who have expertise in the biological, psychological and social aspects of aging. Ellen Birchander, MS Graduate Program Director and Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Gerontology, UMass Boston, shares the importance of the growing field of gerontology.

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Today we are chatting with Laurie Mantz from Dementia Training for Life!

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3 things to know for staying independent while you age!

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Melissa Rosenberg from the Ocean State Center for Independent Living shares information on OSCIL's home modifications that can help you or your loved one remain safely at home as they age.

Find out more info: oscil.org

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Today we are talking with Annie Murphy about the Alzheimer's Association's New England Family Conference on March 4th and 5th!

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Today we are chatting with Tom DeFeudis from Fuse Energy about the Community Solar Program and helping nonprofits!

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