Department of Family Services Alert:
Cap Oliver: A Lifetime of Faith and Service
Cap Oliver has been guided by his Christian faith since he was a boy. After becoming a doctor, he chose to pursue missionary work overseas. He served in Nigeria for 10 years, treating thousands of patients with leprosy. After returning to the United States, he became deeply involved in his church, reading and discussing scripture with fellow congregants. He also founded a medical practice where he and his partners sought to establish meaningful relationships with their patients. Now, at age 97, Cap credits his faith for his long and productive life. Read more.
It’s Never too Late to Quit Using Tobacco
Quitting tobacco is one of the most impactful decisions you can make for your health—no matter your age. The benefits of quitting extend far beyond adding years to your life; they also improve the quality of those years. Even if you’ve used tobacco for decades, quitting now can reduce your risk of chronic diseases, boost your energy, and enhance your overall well-being. Here are five tips to help older adults quit tobacco this year. Read more.
JCA Employment Programs: The Virtual 50+Employment Expos and The Career Gateway
The Jewish Council for the Aging (JCA) has two exciting programs designed for people 50 and better who are looking for employment. The Virtual 50+ Employment Expos and The Career Gateway help the 50+ community retool, recharge, and reinvent themselves for today's amazing job market. Both programs offer the 50+ jobseeker opportunities to learn and develop critical job-seeking skills to find meaningful employment. Read more.
Downsize and Declutter: What to Do with Your Unwanted Stuff
If you’ve lived in the same home for any length of time, you’ve probably accumulated a lot of stuff. We buy things we need or want, receive gifts from friends and family, and bring home freebies from work, church, and community events. All of this adds up to a lot of items – many that are no longer wanted or needed – but the idea of sorting through and getting rid of them can feel overwhelming. Read more.
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