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  • SSA Removes SSI Payment Barriers

    SSA Removes SSI Payment Barriers

    The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced two of several updates to its Supplemental Security Income (SSI) regulations that will help people receiving and applying for benefits offered through this federal program. SSI provides monthly payments to adults and children with a disability or blindness, and to adults aged 65 and older who have limited income…

  • Kūpuna Prevail in 2024 State Legislature

    Kūpuna Prevail in 2024 State Legislature

    It was another great year for kūpuna. Gov. Josh Green signed into law bills that both enhance healthy aging and improve care for the frail. With support from the Council of State Governments Interagency Task Force on Sustainable Long-Term Care, the Kupuna Caucus convened a long-termcare summit of 64 organizations in February 2024, with a…

  • Honoring a Dementia Champion

    Honoring a Dementia Champion

    The 2024 Hawaii Pacific Gerontological Society (HPGS) honoree is Dorothy Colby. Dorothy is a highly regarded dementia care specialist with more than 25 years of professional and personal experiencein caring for people living with dementia. She is a Certified Positive Approach to Care trainer and mentor, as well as a Hawai‘i Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative Memory…

  • Having the Time of My Life!

    Having the Time of My Life!

    When my position as the vice president of operations for a large real estate franchise was eliminated, I created my own business consulting company in August 1993. It was also in 1993 that I took over the ownership of a real estate referral company. I have enjoyed over 30 years of being self-employed. All of…

  • Melveen Leed – From My Heart to Yours

    Melveen Leed – From My Heart to Yours

    Every Sunday from 11am until 1pm HST, viewers from across the islands, the nation and the world join Melveen Leed’s Facebook livestream. Leaving their daily cares behind, they are uplifted by the singer’s distinctive voice and her words of wisdom, spiced up with humor and “Moloka‘i Tita” sass. By casting her throw net worldwide, Melveen…

  • SECURE Act 2.0

    According to a Federal Reserve System report on the Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households in 2022–May 2023 in 2023, “3/4 of non-retired adults had at least some retirement savings, about 28% did not have any. This share who did not report any retirement savings was up from 25% in 2021. While most non-retired adults had…

  • The Mom Who Ran Out of Time

    Having spent over 14 years handling elder issues, the one thing I have seen seniors do repeatedly is not plan for their passing because they think there will be time do it later. This naïve mindset causes so much frustration and anger that instead of leaving behind a legacy of love and fond memories, ill…

  • It’s Your Funeral

    You own your body after you die and you can say what happens to it. If you say nothing, it will be up to your next of kin, such as your spouse, your children and then more distant relatives. By planning your funeral in advance, you can spare your loved ones stress and conflict. Your…

  • Should I Downsize After Retirement?

    If you are approaching retirement or are already there, you may be considering downsizing your home. It’s a big decision, with ramifications for both your finances and your lifestyle. Here are some things to keep in mind:■ Decide if a move makes sense. Your needs and priorities may shift in retirement. Perhaps you won’t require…

  • Supporting Seniors Islandwide

    Did you know Waikīkī Community Center (WCC) supports all O‘ahu seniors, not just those from Waikīkī¯? ACTIVE AGING: WCC offers a wide variety of classes, workshops and activities that can help improve balance, keep your mind sharp and teach you something new, all while having fun! Tai chi, hula, repurposing old jewelry, garden club, scrabble,…

  • Keeping Up with KEY’s Kūpuna

    In the heart of Waihe‘e, O‘ahu, nestled under the protection of the mighty Ko‘olau Mountains, lies KEY Project’s Nā Pua o Ko‘olau Kūpuna Program. Rooted in honoring those who served us, this free program offers a safe haven where kūpuna ages 50 years and older living from Kane’ohe to Kahuku can thrive through weekly social…

  • Mō‘ili‘ili Community Center

    The Mō‘ili‘ili Senior Center is dedicated to enriching seniors’ lives through activities that enhance fine motor skills, cognition, balance and strength. Our offerings include exercise, dance, music, crafts, painting, Japanese and multicultural games. We strive to keep seniors safe, informed and connected. The Mō‘ili‘ili Community Center (MCC) Senior Program serves seniors 60 years and older…