According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), from January 1 to April 26, 2019, 704 individual cases of measles have been confirmed in 22 states, one being New Jersey. This is the greatest number of reported cases in the U.S. since 1994 and since the measles was declared eliminated in 2000. There is no … Continued

Mayor Janice S. Mironov Recognizes East Windsor Senior Center Volunteers, Presenting Certificates of Appreciation for Their Valuable Contributions to the Operations of the Center. The Senior Center volunteers assist with overseeing center office needs, coordinating and operating senior programs and events, and participating in various community programs organized by the Senior Center. East Windsor Encourages … Continued

Plagido’s Winery in Hammonton Wins Best of Show for its Cabernet Franc in Finger Lakes International Wine Competition Garden State Wine Grow- ers Association wineries once again shined in a blind taste test against wines from throughout the country bring- ing home 45 medals in the prestigious Finger Lakes In- ternational Wine Competition including a … Continued

Assistive technology (AT) is any service or tool that helps older adults or persons with disabilities perform activities that might otherwise be difficult or impossible. For older adults, such technology may be a walker to improve mobility or an amplification device to make sounds easier to hear. It could also include a magnifying glass for … Continued

Many senior citizens choose golf as a way to stay in shape. The sport provides seniors with cardiovascular exercise and stretches most parts of the body. Seniors up north have the disadvantage of having to wait out the winter season before getting back out there in the spring. During the winter months, it’s wise for … Continued

By, Les Handler I thought I was middle aged. But I’ve been in possession of an AARP card for eight years now. So maybe that makes me an official senior citizen. I can clearly recall when my parents would tell us all about the good old days. They would tell us that “penny candy” meant … Continued

By Pam Teel Randi Goldberg has a very important job making sure that her client’s needs are met. As the Director of Community relations at Always Best Care Senior Services, Randi wears a few hats at a time traveling to the many different facilities that partner with Always Best Care and are in need of … Continued

Ram Ranganath, on behalf of Om Foundation Registration is now underway for the 2nd Annual Om Memorial 5K Run and 1M Walk that will be tak- ing place on Sunday, May 19th @ 7:30am at Thompson Park, Monroe, NJ – This event is being organized in memory of childhood cancer victim Om Parikh to help … Continued

Light bulbs are getting better. Newer bulbs — like halogen incandescents, CFLs and LEDs — last longer and use less energy than traditional incan- descent bulbs, saving you money on your energy bills. In fact, beginning in 2012, everyday light bulbs have to meet new Department of Energy stan- dards for how much energy they … Continued

Sam Goto is aptly named—for several years now, Sam has been the ‘go-to’ for many people involved in Friendship Circle of Central Jersey. He’s the FC alumni who still keeps in close contact with the former volunteers who started out as his program buddies and grew into lifelong friends. He’s the person who loaned his … Continued