Enjoy the health benefits of Thanksgiving Day by Susan Covey
Have you always thought the traditional Thanksgiving meal was full of empty calories? Not so! One ounce of turkey, for instance, provides 8 grams of protein as well as B vitamins, zinc, and selenium. We all know that it is also a source of tryptophan, an essential amino acid for making proteins and serotonin and […]
Nature’s Many Benefits by Susan S. Covey
Scientific studies have proven that not only walking, but just being in nature has a profound positive impact on our health. Of course, we know that if we walk at least 15 minutes a day, we will have fewer diseases and are less likely to get cancer, have a lower risk of heart attack and […]
Upper Shore Aging Hosts the Re-Dedication of the Amy Lynn Ferris Adult Activity Center
Upper Shore Aging (USA) recently hosted a re-dedication of the Amy Lynn Ferris Adult Activity Center in Chestertown. The Constance and Carl Ferris Foundation recently donated $35,000 to update the Center’s kitchen, including purchasing new appliances and repainting the Center. A special addition to the re-dedication included unveiling a new painting of Amy Lynn Ferris, […]
Herb Cain Appointed Executive Director of Upper Shore Aging
The Board of Directors at Upper Shore Aging has announced the appointment of Herb Cain as its new executive director. Cain has been a community-minded United Methodist Pastor, leading and serving local congregations on Maryland’s Eastern Shore for the past 14 years. Most recently, he was the pastor of First United Methodist Church and Christ […]
Water, Water Everywhere…For Drinking, Playing And Exercising!
We all know we could not survive without replenishing our body with water, BUT, did you know that water comprises 75% of the brain, it makes up 83% of blood, 22% of bones and 75% of muscles? Water regulates body temperature and helps carry nutrients and oxygen to cells. It flushes bacteria from our bladder, […]
Londonderry on the Tred Avon Named “Best Retirement Community” by What’s Up Eastern Shore for Ninth Consecutive Year
Londonderry on the Tred Avon is pleased to announce that it has been named the “Best Retirement Community” by the readers of What’s Up Eastern Shore magazine for the ninth consecutive year. “The Londonderry residents and team are humbled to receive this recognition for the ninth year,” said Rachel Smith, Sales and Marketing Director. “Every day, our team […]
Upper Shore Aging Honors Volunteers
Upper Shore Aging (USA) recently honored its volunteers from Caroline and Talbot counties at its annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at the Easton Volunteer Fire Department. The programs honored included the Retired Seniors Volunteer Program (RSVP), Senior Center volunteers, and Meals on Wheels volunteers. Corey Pack, Vice President of the Board of Directors for USA, welcomed […]
USE IT OR LOSE IT! (An old adage with lots of truth)by Susan Covey
The National Institute of Aging-supported researchers have been studying the effects of strength training for over 40 years and identified multiple ways it benefits older adults, such as maintaining muscle mass, improving metabolism, and increasing healthy years of life. “Age related mobility limitations are an unpleasant fact for many older adults. Studies have shown that […]
Talbot County Commission on Aging to host a Senior Resource Fair
The Talbot County Commission on Aging is thrilled to announce its inaugural Senior Resource Fair, a much-anticipated event to enhance seniors’ lives in our community. Scheduled for May 22, 2024, the fair will take place at the Easton Volunteer Fire Department from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., offering various valuable services and information for seniors […]
RSVP Holds Volunteer Appreciation Event
The Kent County Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, under the auspices of Upper Shore Aging, Inc., held a volunteer Appreciation Event at the Amy Lynn Ferris Adult Activity Center on March 22, 2024. Over 60 Volunteers from Kent County were in attendance.