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Jerrie Thill: Drummer Extraordinaire
On this blog, we don’t usually post about people who’ve passed on, but this video of 91-year-old drummer Jerrie Thill (1917 – 2010) was irresistible. “Thill began playing professionally at 18, working as a drummer, singer and bandleader in Chicago. She … Continue reading
Seniors Get by with a Little Help from Their Friends
Many Boomers are familiar with the communal lifestyle, having come of age during a time when it was popular. In the Boston area today you can find several versions of supportive living: 1. Camelot CoHousing “is an enclave of 34 compact … Continue reading
Worth Repeating: Multi-generational Housing Is Popular Again
“Worth Repeating” is a weekly feature on the EngAGE Blog that will bring you previous posts that we think are still timely, interesting, or just plain fun! From 7/13/12: From Leading Age: “Multigenerational housing is back and it’s gaining popularity, … Continue reading
Sensors Help Monitor Senior Health and Safety at Home
There are many ways that technology can help seniors living alone (and their families) feel more comfortable about their health and safety. The familiar emergency call buttons are just the beginning. “Already, some companies are offering monitoring packages that place … Continue reading
Experience Talks 7/20: Francine Toder, PJ Raval and Ty Martin
Tune in to Experience Talks, our “Radio Magazine for the Experienced Listener.” Saturdays 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time on KPFK 90.7 FM Los Angeles, 98.7 FM Santa Barbara, 99.5 China Lake, 93.7 N. San Diego, streaming live online and now syndicated … Continue reading
International Perspective: China, the UAE, and Canada
In China: An urbanization project plans to move 250 million people from rural areas to cities. The impact on seniors will be profound. “Farmers are often unwilling to leave the land because of the lack of job opportunities in the new towns. … Continue reading
New York City’s Senior Housing Crisis
“New York City’s elder population is expected to increase 50 percent by 2030, according to city statistics. . . . “The city faces skyrocketing demand for affordable senior housing and senior services. In 2011, the New York Times reported that … Continue reading
