Central Oregon residents can once again access free tax preparation services designed to assist low-income and older adult taxpayers during the upcoming tax season. Offered through the AARP Foundation’s Tax-Aide, this all-volunteer program provides professional, no-cost tax assistance at six locations throughout Central Oregon. We encourage you to check the full list below of locations…
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As we close out 2024, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on the incredible progress and challenges of the past year. This year-in-review highlights the resilience of our community and the growth of our programs to meet the increasing needs of older adults in Central Oregon. Our Information and Referral team has been…
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For many seniors, fur babies are like a best friend. They smile with their tails and love you just the way you are. But for some people, it’s not always easy to get to the pet store, and vet bills can add up. That’s why the Council on Aging of Central Oregon offers the Pet…
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At the Council on Aging, our Meals on Wheels and Community Dining programs are at the heart of our mission to support all Central Oregonians to age well wherever and however they choose. Through our meal delivery programs, community dining, and nutrition education initiatives, we’re making a tangible difference in the lives of aging adults. But with the fiscal…
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June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, and the Alzheimer’s Association has a list of 10 Healthy Habits for Your Brain that can help keep your brain strong into your senior years. This blog reviews scholarly research about each of the 10 tips and suggests resources in Central Oregon to help you follow these guidelines. …
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Reblogged from engAGED, the National Resource Center for Engaging Older Adults Older Adults Technology Services (OATS) from AARP and engAGED have created a series of fact sheets about online safety for older adults to provide tips and best practices to safely and securely engage online. The three fact sheets focus on browsing the internet confidently,…
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Reblogged from the Administration for Community LivingBy Rebecca Kinney, Director, Office of Healthcare Information and Counseling Each year, Medicare loses an estimated $60 billion due to fraud, errors, and abuse. Fraud happens every day — from charges for supplies that were never received to coercion to share financial information and Medicare numbers. Fraud can happen…
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By Tracey Connell Living on a fixed income can make meal planning and grocery shopping challenging, and eating healthy on a budget can be incredibly difficult when you must be mindful of your expenses. This article will explore budget-friendly tips and valuable insights to help older adults make informed choices about their diet, optimize their…
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By Tracey Connell Exercise has many benefits, even for those with arthritis, injury recovery, or chronic pain. Physical activity helps increase flexibility, tone muscles, improve mobility and balance, relieve insomnia, and build stronger bones. Staying physically active can also lift your mood and make daily activities easier. With SilverSneakers, eligible individuals can enjoy a plethora…
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Central Oregonians love their pets and want to give them the best care, which is why vets with senior discounts are a huge blessing for the older adult population in the tri-county. Having a pet helps ease isolation and loneliness, especially for older adults who are homebound. 58% of Meals on Wheels clients live alone,…
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By Tracey Connell Regular exercise is an integral part of a healthy lifestyle. However, exercising with limited mobility due to an injury, disability, or underlying medical condition can make staying physically active daunting. People with long-term injuries or mobility issues tend to live less active lifestyles, and because of this, it can be even more…
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