LIHEAP can help with your heating costs this winter
Pennsylvanians are now able to apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for 2021-2022. LIHEAP is a federally funded program that assists income-eligible renters and homeowners with heating and cooling energy costs, bill payment assistance,...
Medicare Open Enrollment here! Do you need to make changes to your Medicare coverage?
The Medicare Open Enrollment period began on October 15th and will remain open until December 7th. During the open enrollment period, Medicare recipients are able to make changes to their Medicare coverage. This may include enrolling in Medicare Advantage plan,...
The Doctor Is In (Virtually!): Sexual Health
The Elder Initiative @ William Way and Jefferson Health present "The Doctor Is In (Virtually!): Sexual Health" on Wednesday, October 13th, 2021.
Honoring Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Not only does October 11th signify National Coming Out Day, but it’s also Indigenous Peoples’ Day! This commemoration is a way to celebrate Indigenous history, culture, and community. Indigenous Peoples’ Day also seeks to raise awareness around the continued...
Celebrate Healthy Aging Month this September!
September is Healthy Aging Month, a time to reflect and inspire older adults to focus on all aspects of health while aging. Healthy Aging Month encourages us to embrace the positive aspects of growing older and to adopt healthier habits that promote successful aging....
The Doctor Is In (Virtually!): Care for Caregivers
It’s Time To Act: The Equality Act & LGBT Elders
By Mel Kulenski, Elder Initiative @ William Way As many know, the fight for LGBTQ+ civil rights did not end with Obergefell V. Hodges in 2015. It’s true: Marriage equality was an important milestone. Still, gender and sexual minorities – regardless of relationship...
“Gettin’ On” in PGN: New Regulations Would Improve Care for Nursing Home Residents
From the Philadelphia Gay News The COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating impact on the long-term care system in Pennsylvania. Long-term care residents have accounted for 48% of COVID-19 fatalities statewide, according to data from the Pennsylvania Department of...
The Doctor Is In (Virtually!): Palliative Care & Hospice
The Elder Initiative at William Way and Jefferson Health present "The Doctor Is In (Virtually!): Palliative Care & Hospice" on Wednesday, August 11, 2021.
“Gettin’ On” in PGN: Improving Food Access for Older Adults
From the Philadelphia Gay News According to the National Council on Aging, there are over 7 million adults age 60+ in the United States experiencing food insecurity. In some cases, food insecurity is the result of a person not having the money or resources to buy...