February is heart health month. Learn the risk factors.

Senior News has been buzzing very loud lately!! Its August the 1st and today is the first day of MedicAlert Awareness Month, where we recognize the importance of medical alert accessories and devices. Rapper, Megan Thee Stallion is in the news for her role in supporting Houston seniors who were affected by Hurricane Beryl. The California Department of Aging has announced round #2 of $35 million grant to support adult day program providers.

We are closing our talk on fibroids with pathologist and researcher, Dr. Joy Britten. Does fibroid disease have a genetic component? And, what are the most effective treatment options? Also, July 22 is World Brain Day: what are we doing that is NOT GOOD for our brain? The City of Atlanta has introduced a new tax break for senior homeowners. Find out how to qualify!

This show is part 1 to our series on "Understanding Fibroids". What are you eating that could contribute to the growth of uterine fibroids? How can you enjoy a healthy sex life with uterine fibroids? 
Also, learn more about the medical foster care program: Who qualifies? What services do they receive?

With the pandemic on our heels, many seniors continue to be socially isolated. July is social wellness month and the NIH has issued six strategies to help us decrease socialization and reconnect with family and friends. Also, Georgia Govenor, Brian Kemp, has awarded thirteen rural Georgia hospitals over six million dollar grants to strenghten healthcare services and access to advanced care.

The GERO-Juice has reached 100 recorded shows!! Listen to this special edition of the GERO-Juice, themed, "Keep it 100!!" where host, Adrianne D. Jones recognizes National Black Family Month and Sarcoma Awareness Month.

Its not secret the women parishioners make up the majority of church congregations and this affects faith-based health programming targeting men. Minister Justus Wiseman helps listeners realize the challenges of addressing men's health issues in faith communities. June 15 is elder abuse awareness day, Shawonda Wright, is back to tell us how to recognize the signs and older adult is being abused. Gospel singer Dottie Peoples is living her best life!!

June is National Homeownership Month and we're talking about the benefits of aging-in-place for seniors living in single family homes. How can aging-in-place be more cost effective and safe? This week we are continuing the discussion on brain health with travel tips for caregivers to consider when planning vacations for their loved ones living with dementia. And Father's Day activities for the whole family. Juneteenth is approaching and here is a list of places to look for events and Juneteenth celebrations.

June is not Family Caregivers Month, but these caregivers have made headlines with their transformational stories of caring beyound limits. Listen as one California high school student graduated magna cume laude while caring for his ailng mother, and now he is on his way to one of the top universities in southern California. June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month and the NIA is campaigning to increase awareness of the disparities between Hispanics and dementia. National Age Without Apology month is here, and skincare brand, Willowberry, wants to know who has inspired you to age without apology!

Adrianne D. Jones TURNS 43!!! This is a special birthday show with a few of her favorite things!! And its Fibromyalgia Awareness Month, know the risk factors and the treatment. These graduates are making history find out how age and being a caregiver have impacted their academic journey. And imagine a device that detects the symptoms of a stroke minutes before the physical signs of the health event.