As the nights get longer and the air grows crisp, Halloween approaches with its familiar blend of spooky and sweet fun. And it provides us with a chance to take a stroll down memory lane.

As we look back on Halloween’s past, many of us enjoy cherished memories of parties, pumpkins, costumes, neighborhood adventures, and, of course, candy.

Have you even stopped to think what has changed when it comes to Halloween?  This blog post will take a look at Halloween through the decades.  It will be a treat.  No tricks!  Grab your pumpkin spice coffee and sit back. Let’s e…

Friends Life Care recently had the privilege of partnering with Historic Fair Hill for a meaningful book collection. Historic Fair Hill was represented by Kerry Roeder and Friends Life Care member Jean Hurd.

The event brought people together around the love of reading. In addition, it highlighted the important work Historic Fair Hill is doing to promote literacy and community connection in Philadelphia.
About Historic Fair Hill
Historic Fair Hill is a Quaker burial ground in North Philadelphia. It’s history stretches back to the 1700s.

It is the resting place of not…

This month, Friends Life Care Partners proudly begins a new round of SAGECare training with “Guidance and Grace: Preparing LGBTQ+ Older Adults for End of Life.”

This specialized training explores the unique, and often underrecognized, needs of LGBTQ+ older adults when planning for end-of-life, coping with serious illness, and navigating final arrangements. It also highlights the importance of legal documentation and the nuances of LGBTQ+ relationships throughout life’s final chapters. 

If 80% or more of Friends Life Care Partners staff complete this training, …

Have you heard the buzz about Artificial Intelligence (AI)?  AI is no longer a futuristic concept. It’s here, and it’s transforming the way we live, work, and connect. For older adults, AI offers a wealth of opportunities to enhance daily life, from simplifying tasks to improving health and staying connected with loved ones. In fact, you may already be using AI in your life but not even know it!

So, understanding AI and navigating its tools is very new and changing rapidly.  This can make it feel overwhelming. This post seeks to help older adults start to become mo…

Have you heard about charcuterie? If you are a foodie, then you probably have. For others, you may not know all the ins and outs of this growing trend.

Charcuterie is the art of preparing and assembling cured meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts, crackers, and other foods. It has taken the culinary world by storm. This delightful practice which originated in France, has become a popular trend at gatherings and events. For seniors and baby boomers, creating a charcuterie board can be a fun and rewarding activity that brings people together.

In this blog post, we’ll explore the…