Voices of RI: From Your House to the State House – How SACRI Connects Your Voice to Action
Voices of RI: From Your House to the State House – How SACRI Connects Your Voice to Action
Voices of RI: From Your House to the State House – How SACRI Connects Your Voice to Action
April 13, 2025
What does it really mean to speak up about aging—and be heard? In my latest article, I explore how the Senior Agenda Coalition of Rhode Island (SACRI) is helping individuals turn personal stories into powerful advocacy. From transportation to Medicare Savings, this coalition is creating change that affects us all.
April 13, 2025
What does it really mean to speak up about aging—and be heard? In my latest article, I explore how the Senior Agenda Coalition of Rhode Island (SACRI) is helping individuals turn personal stories into powerful advocacy. From transportation to Medicare Savings, this coalition is creating change that affects us all.
Read the full article and learn why your voice matters more than ever.
Voices of RI: Listening Inside a Nursing Home - We Can't Fix What We Don't Face
Voices of RI: From Your House to the State House – How SACRI Connects Your Voice to Action
Voices of RI: From Your House to the State House – How SACRI Connects Your Voice to Action
March 30, 2025
What happens when life changes in an instant—and no one’s asking what matters to you? In this powerful piece, I share Alice’s story—an 88-year-old Rhode Islander whose path to a nursing home was shaped not just by her health, but by a system that too often overlooks personal values and voices. With nearly 1 in 3 older adults
March 30, 2025
What happens when life changes in an instant—and no one’s asking what matters to you? In this powerful piece, I share Alice’s story—an 88-year-old Rhode Islander whose path to a nursing home was shaped not just by her health, but by a system that too often overlooks personal values and voices. With nearly 1 in 3 older adults in Rhode Island living alone, many are at risk of navigating complex care decisions without support. This article challenges us to listen more closely, face hard truths, and work together toward solutions rooted in dignity and choice. Read the full story.
Voices of RI: Palliative Care - A Misunderstood Piece of the Life Planning Puzzle
Voices of RI: From Your House to the State House – How SACRI Connects Your Voice to Action
Voices of RI: The Power of Preparation - Navigating Alzheimer's with Knowledge and Support
March 16, 2025
Palliative care isn’t just for the end—it’s about living well through serious illness. In this article, I explore what palliative care really means and why understanding it early can lead to more comfort, clarity, and control. Find out how this often-overlooked care model can support individuals and families long before hosp
March 16, 2025
Palliative care isn’t just for the end—it’s about living well through serious illness. In this article, I explore what palliative care really means and why understanding it early can lead to more comfort, clarity, and control. Find out how this often-overlooked care model can support individuals and families long before hospice is needed.
Read more to discover how palliative care fits into proactive aging and why it deserves a place in every life care conversation.
Voices of RI: The Power of Preparation - Navigating Alzheimer's with Knowledge and Support
Voices of RI: The Power of Preparation - Navigating Alzheimer's with Knowledge and Support
Voices of RI: The Power of Preparation - Navigating Alzheimer's with Knowledge and Support
March 2, 2025
Early detection of Alzheimer’s can change everything. In this article, I highlight how the Alzheimer’s Association Rhode Island Chapter and Annie Murphy are helping individuals and families recognize the signs sooner and take proactive steps to plan for care, safety, and quality of life. You can read it here.
Voices of RI: Aging with Agency -Aquidneck Island Village Empowering Older Adults
Voices of RI: The Power of Preparation - Navigating Alzheimer's with Knowledge and Support
Voices of RI: Mission Possible - What Martin Luther King Jr. Teaches Us About Aging
February 2, 2025
My latest article for What's Up Newp's special series. Read how Aquidneck Island Village helps older adults maintain independence, stay in their homes longer, and stay socially connected. A big thank you to Mary Alice Smith for her light bulb moment that helped more of us age with Agency. Read the article here.
Voices of RI: Mission Possible - What Martin Luther King Jr. Teaches Us About Aging
Voices of RI: The Power of Preparation - Navigating Alzheimer's with Knowledge and Support
Voices of RI: Mission Possible - What Martin Luther King Jr. Teaches Us About Aging
January 19, 2025
Thrilled to share my first contributing article for What's Up Newp's Voices of Rhode Island series. MLK's legacy is a powerful reminder of resilience, purpose and community. In this article, I reflect on how his teachings can inspire us to approach aging with intention and dignity. Would love to hear your thoughts. You can read the article here.
Age Ambassador Podcast: Michele Gallagher Founder of ThamesGiving.
Age Ambassador Podcast: Michele Gallagher Founder of ThamesGiving.
Age Ambassador Podcast: Michele Gallagher Founder of ThamesGiving.
November 26, 2024
Excited to share my latest conversation with Michele Gallagher founder of City by The Sea Communications and Newport's own Thamesgiving. Michele brought her incredible creativity and imagination to life by connecting shops, artisans, restaurants, local musicians and the greater community for a month-long, citywide celebra
November 26, 2024
Excited to share my latest conversation with Michele Gallagher founder of City by The Sea Communications and Newport's own Thamesgiving. Michele brought her incredible creativity and imagination to life by connecting shops, artisans, restaurants, local musicians and the greater community for a month-long, citywide celebration. This unique event focuses on inclusion, making friends, and experiencing Newport and all its beauty and charm. Listen here.
Volunteers with Heart: Something to Be Thankful For
Age Ambassador Podcast: Michele Gallagher Founder of ThamesGiving.
Age Ambassador Podcast: Michele Gallagher Founder of ThamesGiving.
November 25, 2024
As we approach Thanksgiving🦃, I wanted to share a meaningful experience I had recently. I visited a skilled nursing facility where I met two volunteers who had placed their wives in long-term care—and after their wives passed, they chose to give back to the very community that had supported them. Their stories were a pow
November 25, 2024
As we approach Thanksgiving🦃, I wanted to share a meaningful experience I had recently. I visited a skilled nursing facility where I met two volunteers who had placed their wives in long-term care—and after their wives passed, they chose to give back to the very community that had supported them. Their stories were a powerful reminder of the love, beauty, and connection that can be found even in the most challenging times. Read more here.
Embracing One Year in Business. Celebrating 11 Years Cancer Free.
Age Ambassador Podcast: Michele Gallagher Founder of ThamesGiving.
Age Ambassador Podcast Featuring Jimmy Connell, Executive Director, Age-Friendly RI.
October 29, 2024
This past year has reinforced the value of proactive planning in aging and embracing the joys and challenges we face as we live and age. I look forward to empowering others to plan and navigate the unique and wonderful journey of aging. Read more here.
Age Ambassador Podcast Featuring Jimmy Connell, Executive Director, Age-Friendly RI.
Age Ambassador Podcast Featuring Jimmy Connell, Executive Director, Age-Friendly RI.
September 9, 2024
Listen to the full episode here: https://tinyurl.com/3yzcynmr
🎙️Catch the latest recording of my Senior Matters Podcast where I had the pleasure of interviewing Jimmy Connell, Executive Director of Age Friendly RI! We discussed Rhode Island's efforts to make our communities more inclusive, accessible, and supportive for s
September 9, 2024
Listen to the full episode here: https://tinyurl.com/3yzcynmr
🎙️Catch the latest recording of my Senior Matters Podcast where I had the pleasure of interviewing Jimmy Connell, Executive Director of Age Friendly RI! We discussed Rhode Island's efforts to make our communities more inclusive, accessible, and supportive for seniors.Tune in to learn more about how Age Friendly RI is shaping the future for older adults and the resources available to help them age well.
A Simple Turn of the Key: Sometimes the Smallest Tasks Can Be a Challenge
August 26, 2024
Something simple as a turn of a key can enhance quality of care and quality of life in assisted living. Making everyday activities easier respects the independence and autonomy of seniors. Read more here.
Joy in Simplicity: Finding Meaning at 85
August 19, 2024
At 85, the artistry of Judy Collins is living proof that the journey to find meaning evolves but never ends. Finding meaning in the simple things can bring immense fulfillment. Whether it's a quiet morning with a cup of tea, the warmth of a loved one's smile, or the soothing melody of a favorite song. Read on to see why for
August 19, 2024
At 85, the artistry of Judy Collins is living proof that the journey to find meaning evolves but never ends. Finding meaning in the simple things can bring immense fulfillment. Whether it's a quiet morning with a cup of tea, the warmth of a loved one's smile, or the soothing melody of a favorite song. Read on to see why for Judy and all of us there is beauty to find in the everyday.