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August is Immunization Awareness Month Posted 07/27/2021
What Vaccines are Recommended for You Immunizations are not just for children. Protection from some childhood vaccines can wear off over time. You may also be at risk for vaccine-preventable disease due to your age, job, lifestyle, travel, or health conditions. All adults need immunizations to help them prevent getting and spreading serious diseases that could result in poor health, missed work, medical bills, and not being able to care for family. Read more » -
Pride Month Posted 06/11/2021
By Angelica Catalan It’s June, and that means that it is time for Pride Month. Happy Pride to you all! LGBTQ+ Seniors have been paving the way for the LGBTQ+ community for years, and it is time to celebrate you and your journey. We want to encourage you to take time to appreciate and reflect on your journey. Today we would like to share some tips and events to celebrate pride! Here are some tips for you to make the most out of this month: Read more » -
Skin Cancer Safety for Older Adults Posted 06/12/2020
While it’s true that much of the ultraviolet (UV) damage to the skin happens during childhood and adolescence, that doesn’t mean your skin should be unprotected in adulthood. Every new sunburn you experience — at any age — increases your risk of developing skin cancer. As we head in to the hottest months of the year, it’s important to take a few minutes to learn more about skin safety. That’s because non-melanoma skin cancer continues to be the most commonly diagnosed type of cancer in the U.S. Older adults with compromised immune systems can be at especially high risk. Read more » -
Summering with COVID-19 Posted 05/29/2020
Sheltering at home when it is cool, rainy and not that great outside was kind of cozy. Whether you were still working or retired, you could hang out all day in your PJ’s or sweats, and not have to worry about who was going to drop by. Even if you had a Zoom or a Skype appointment, you only had to do brush your hair and put on a clean shirt. Read more » -
Staying Connected Amidst COVID-19 Posted 04/08/2020
As COVID-19 cases continue to rise, new information is being posted everyday. As we all know, the CDC has recommended that all people over the age of 60 stay home due to the high risks of contracting the virus. Although this is a necessary precaution for everyone's health, it is easy to feel isolated and lonely. In this blog post I will discuss some ways to counteract these feelings and offer tips for staying connected amidst the COVID-19 outbreak. Read more » -
Preparing to Care Posted 02/26/2020
No one is ever prepared to become a caregiver for a loved one diagnosed with dementia. It is an unplanned experience and one that most people are unsure of how to prep for. Caregivers typically take on a physical, emotional, and financial toll, and many difficulties are often unknown to us until we begin to struggle. It is important to become, and continue to become, prepared for the eventuality of this situation. Read more » -
Winter Safety Posted 02/10/2020
Winter Safety It is finally that time of the year…negative degree temperatures, icy sidewalks, and lots and lots of hot chocolate. It is important to be conscious of some general tips for staying safe and happy during the winter season. Read more » -
Age Friendly Madison - Innovative, Inclusive & Thriving Posted 01/30/2020
Madison Senior Center recently collaborated with Public Health Madison-Dane County and Downtown Madison, Inc. for the City of Madison to achieve acceptance as a member of AARP’s network of Age-Friendly Communities. The network is an affiliate of the World Health Organization’s Age-Friendly Cities and Communities program, an international effort launched in 2006 to help cities prepare for rapid population aging and the parallel trend of urbanization. Madison is the 6th municipality in Wisconsin to earn the designation. Read more » -
Too many elderly people are isolated in our society Posted 03/20/2019
Mar 7, 2019 Dear Editor: In a self-driven environment we think forward to the future, but as we’ve learned from history books, a good indication of the future is our past. For the past year, I have gotten close with five older adults ranging from the ages of 60-96. Through my conversations with them, I’ve learned about challenges they’ve faced throughout their life including divorces, deaths, and moral acceptance of issues. Read more » -
Building Momentum - September is National Senior Center Month Posted 08/16/2018
Today’s senior centers are a vibrant, action-packed combination of life engagement, cognitive and physical stimulation, and learning and doing what they can about avoiding disease and disability. During National Senior Center Month, the Madison Senior Center is celebrating these shared experiences that build momentum in the lives of everyone around them. Read more »