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A Day in the Life - Dorothy

Dorothy Schoeneman moved into her Kendal at Lexington apartment in November 2020. And, while she had to self-quarantine for 10 days due to the Covid-19 protocols of the time, it…

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What It Means to Have a Healthy Old Age

“Sixty is the new 40; 80 is the new 50,” said Dr. Thomas Lawrence, one of two board-certified geriatricians who shared their expert perspectives on aging in a recent Barclay…

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Take a Hike!

While that short sentence is often an expression of irritation, here at KaLex it is a warm invitation to go outside and revel in nature’s bounty.  With spring upon us,…

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Finding Gratitude in the Process of Aging

Many older adults talk about aging gracefully. But Zoketsu Norman Fischer, who spoke at a recent virtual event, believes the discussion should evolve to focus on aging gratefully. “Through our…

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New Year New Exercise

Published: December 29, 2021 For many of us a new year means a new fitness regimen. But instead of turning to the tried-and-true (i.e. running, biking, swimming), how about trying…

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Taking a Good Look at Age-Related Vision Problems

Susan was a happily retired 80-year-old, actively volunteering her time and talents in myriad ways. She was a trusted, supportive friend to many, often chauffeuring those younger than she here…

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Vegan and Vegetarian on the Holiday Table

Published: December 8, 2021   These days it’s the rare holiday gathering that does not include one or more guests who are vegetarian, vegan or plant-based diet enthusiast. A recent…

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Demystifying Medicare: A Guide to the ABC’s (and D)

Medicare is certainly complicated! This post explores Lisa Holloway's presentation on the matter.

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Don’t Turn a Deaf Ear on Hearing Loss

In addition to physical and functional complications, hearing loss can introduce significant social and emotional challenges, particularly among the elderly.

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