Living as an Older Adult in PA
Your Neighborhood Area Agency on Aging: Home-Delivered Meals
| Living as an Older Adult in PAThis article is part of an ongoing series for older adults in Pennsylvania, designed to help older adults and caregivers access and understand the many resources, support services, and community connections your local Area Agency on Aging can provide. To find your local AAA, visit: https://p4a.org/aaas/. Your Neighborhood Area Agency on Aging Provides Homes-Delivered Meals: […]
Navigating Medicare Open Enrollment: Free Help is Available Through PA MEDI
| Living as an Older Adult in PAFrom October 15 through December 7, Pennsylvania Medicare beneficiaries have an important opportunity to review their coverage and make changes that could save money, improve access to care, and better meet their health needs for 2026. During open enrollment, new Medicare beneficiaries can sign up for Medicare prescription drug coverage and health plans to complement […]
Protecting What You’ve Earned: Recognizing and Preventing Financial Exploitation
| Living as an Older Adult in PAOctober is Financial Exploitation Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on an issue that affects thousands of older Pennsylvanians. Nationally, older adults over age 60 lose $28.3 billion a year to financial exploitation. [1] These aren’t just numbers, they represent hard-earned savings, retirement funds, and financial security that too many older Pennsylvanians are losing […]
Preparing for Retirement: How Your Local Area Agency on Aging Can Help You Thrive
| Living as an Older Adult in PARetirement is often seen as a time to relax and explore new interests, but stepping into this next chapter also requires thoughtful preparation. Beyond financial planning, it’s important to consider the everyday resources and opportunities that can help older adults (60+ years) remain independent, healthy, and connected to their community. Pennsylvania’s 52 Area Agencies on […]
Nourishing Independence: The Critical Role of Nutrition for Older Pennsylvanians
| Living as an Older Adult in PAEnsuring that older adults have access to nutritious meals is fundamental for supporting their health, independence, and quality of life as they age in place. Nutrition becomes more important with age – not just for overall wellness, but also for managing chronic conditions, maintaining mobility, and preventing hospitalizations. The Importance of Nutrition for Older Adults […]
Flat Funding, Rising Need: A Growing Concern for Aging Communities
| Living as an Older Adult in PAAcross the Commonwealth, 52 Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) are vital in helping older adults stay connected and supported while aging in their homes. The senior centers they fund are welcoming spaces that offer more than just programs; they foster community and provide access to essential services. But many of these centers are struggling to keep their […]
Recognizing World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: Protecting Older Adults
| Living as an Older Adult in PAThis Sunday, June 15, 2025, marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day — a vital opportunity to shine a light on elder abuse and advocate for the dignity, safety, and well-being of older adults. P4A remains deeply committed to protecting Pennsylvania’s growing older adult population and supporting efforts to prevent abuse in all its forms. World […]
How a Senior Center Lit Up an 83-Year Old’s World
| Living as an Older Adult in PALucy Thatcher, an 83-year-old living in Delaware County, is a familiar face at Surrey Services for Seniors in Broomall. When she walks in, it feels like stepping into an episode of “Cheers.” “You walk in, and everyone knows your name. It’s the most wonderful feeling in the world,” Lucy says. Finding Purpose After Loss For years, Lucy […]
Tips to Protect Older Adults from Fraud: National Senior Fraud Awareness Day
| Living as an Older Adult in PAJoann, an older adult from Delaware County, was recently scammed out of $12,000 after fraudsters targeted her with relentless calls and texts for weeks in an elaborate swindle. After learning about the ordeal, Joann’s local Area Agency on Aging (AAA), the County Office of Services for the Aging (COSA), quickly stepped in, connecting her with […]
Living as an Older Adult in Pennsylvania: Carolyn Capozza
| Living as an Older Adult in PACarolyn, a 78 year old from Ronco, Pennsylvania, began her journey at the Masontown Senior Center, where she visits three times a week to partake in bingo, hot meals, and other social activities. While there, she observed firsthand the challenges faced by older adults and the critical role Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) play in […]