Know Your Numbers
You may have seen a report late last year explaining that Hawai‘i was the healthiest state in the nation. While good health is certainly good news, the story involved a summary of limited information, and did not reflect the current state of kidney disease in America....Retiring Early? Answer 5 Questions First
While many people are forced to stop working earlier than they’d planned due to health or employer issues, others dream of early retirement. The upside of early retirement is easy to understand – more time to pursue your interests, while you are still healthy. The...Gong Hey Fat Choy!
The Year of the Sheep Chinese New Year celebrations in Honolulu include the oldest ethnic pageant in the U.S., The Narcissus Queen Pageant, and a host of free public events. The month-long celebration peaks on Feb. 14 with the Night in Chinatown Festival and Parade....2015 Generations Magazine Workshops
Generations Magazine workshops are specially designed to offer Hawai‘i’s seniors and their families expert knowledge and choices to improve their quality of life. When: 3rd Thursday of every month, beginning in February Time: 9 am – 2:30 pm Where: Ala Moana Pacific...What Level of Care and Where?
Cara had to face it — after 7 years, she couldn’t care for Dad at home any more. He needed 24/7 supervision and care and she was worn out. After calls to five facility managers, and getting no answers she collapsed in tears. Cora needed help right now… Cara’s story...A Fulfilling Life
Kameko Miyahira doesn’t look or act like a 100-year-old. She rises every day at 5 am, makes her own breakfast and lunch, exercises, does a little housekeeping, works in the yard and takes a nap. I was so impressed at how Kameko could manage all the steps in her...Medicare Enrollment Periods and COBRA
It is February and if you have not signed up for Medicare Part B during your initial enrollment period and you are not covered by an active employer group health plan, you still may enroll until Mar. 31. Your coverage for Medicare Part B will begin July 1st and you...Five Reasons to Love Your Library Card!
You may not realize the endless possibilities your library card provides for exploring, enjoyment and lifelong learning at your Hawai‘i State Public Library System (HSPLS). Get a free card, at any one of your 50 public libraries. 1. Access and Assistance for “Techie”...All-On-4: The Modern Solution
Many patients today with missing teeth have opted for the All-on-4 treatment as a viable solution to permanently replace missing teeth. All-on-4 dental implants offer you many important advantages: A cost effective solution. Your new replacement teeth require only...The Joy of Retirement
I was tired yesterday and I’m tired today. So I guess I’m re-tired. It’s an old joke, but one that sort of fits my situation. At the end of September, I left KHON2 after 27 years. It was time. I will miss my friends at the station, and I will miss having the chance to...The Winter Medication Blues
Do you have so many medications that you feel you can’t manage them all? We call this “the medication blues.” Keeping your prescriptions straight, organizing pills or disposing of unused meds, can be truly overwhelming. The first step to cure the medication blues is...Hospice and Palliative Care
Dame Cicely Saunders (founder of the first modern hospice in London in 1968) summed up the hospice philosophy best when she told her patients:“You matter to the last moment of your life, and we will do all we can, not only to help you die peacefully, but to live until...The Hawai’i Neurotrauma Registry
We’ve had lots of positive feedback on our first article about the Hawai‘i Neurotrauma Registry. In the last two years, we’ve given out information on neurotrauma injuries (stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury) at 60 events and presentations to...Taking the Pain Out of Physical Therapy
The letters “p” and “t” for physical therapy should NOT be confused with “pain” and “torture.” Unfortunately, many people will share their horror stories of how painful their experiences were. The old-school approach of “no pain, no gain” has been scientifically...Jai Vegetarian Winter Stew
For a healthy and hearty New Year dish, Jai blends dried and fresh veggies with bean paste. Anyone can make this today using ingredients found in Asian groceries. Broth: Ginger root (crushed & chopped 5 in.) 3/4 cup sugar 8 oz. mashed red bean paste (nam yau) 6...What is Osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common forms of arthritis. About 27 million people in America have osteoarthritis. It is a chronic condition in which the material that cushions the joints, called cartilage, breaks down. This causes the bones to rub against each...Dr. Joe W.C. Young, Mayor of Chinatown: Wishing Progress in 2015
Behind the ornate gates of Chinatown on South King and River Streets, fruit stand merchants, restaurants, art galleries, importers and cultural organizations are ready for Chinese New Year. Shops offer tantalizing specialty foods for the holiday. Chinese...History, Herstory, Yourstory
One Sunday morning, a few years back, I was out driving on the North Shore, headed to Starbucks for my morning cup of coffee. The traffic wasn’t light, as it was surf season, which means it was pretty crowded with only one lane going in each direction. I noticed in my...Social Security Fights Against Fraud
If you’re like most people, you protect what’s valuable to you. To protect your family financially, you buy health and life insurance. To protect your home, you get homeowner’s insurance, a security alarm, or perhaps a large dog. You hide your jewelry in a safe place...Easy Come … Easy Go
Receiving an inheritance can certainly be like winning the lottery. What could be wrong with that? Callie Rogers, age 16, won $3.1 million in a British lottery. By the age of 22, the unwed mother of two had attempted suicide twice, and spent over $400,000 on cocaine...Message from The Editor – February / March 2015
2015 is taking off like a rocket, overcoming inertia, pushing upward! People are hopeful — visitor season in full swing, gas prices going down and our new Governor hard at work. The last of three New Year celebrations in Hawaii — Hawaiian Makahiki in November, Western...
February – March 2015
Chinatown’s Mayor, Dr. Joe Young: Good Wishes for Progress
MS. Medicare “Age of Elegance” Pageant
The inaugural Hawai‘i Ms. Medicare “Age of Elegance” pageant held on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2014, at the Pacific Beach Hotel in Waikiki was sponsored by Get2insurance.com. The next Ms. Medicare event will be held in early October 2015. We pray this pilot project will grow...Upgrade Your Roof This Spring
As seniors consider upgrading their roofs in the spring, they are reminded to select a company who will recommend the ideal roofing application to best protect their dwelling for generations to come. While they may be uncertain at first when choosing between different...Cons Prey on Good Intentions
For hours, Elaine (not her real name), age 69, sat on the lanai of her Pearl City townhouse waiting. She was told that at any moment, the governor was going to arrive and present her with a new car and a check for $2 million. During this time, her adult son was...
Events in February–March 2023
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SMP HAWAII 2023 Web Series on Fraud and Abuse
SMP HAWAII 2023 Web Series on Fraud and Abuse
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February 3, 2023Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Hawaii invites you to its 20/23 Web Series on Fraud Prevention: Scam Free in 2023. Learn from Hawaii residents, and local and national experts, including top security officers from American Savings Bank, Bank of Hawaii and First Hawaiian Bank, the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit - Hawaii Department of the Attorney General; Better Business Bureau and the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Foundation.
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Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
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February 8, 2023
In the United States alone, more than 5 million individuals are living with Alzheimer’s and 16 million are serving as their unpaid caregivers. The disease is a global crisis that impacts numerous families right here in our community. However, no one has to face this disease alone or without information.
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Know the Ten Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
Know the Ten Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
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February 16, 2023
Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause memory, thinking and behavior problems that interfere with daily living. The Alzheimer’s Association® developed the new 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s education program to help people recognize common signs of the disease and know what to watch for in themselves and others.
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Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
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March 8, 2023
In the United States alone, more than 5 million individuals are living with Alzheimer’s and 16 million are serving as their unpaid caregivers. The disease is a global crisis that impacts numerous families right here in our community. However, no one has to face this disease alone or without information.
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SMP HAWAII 2023 Web Series on Fraud and Abuse
SMP HAWAII 2023 Web Series on Fraud and Abuse
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March 13, 2023Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Hawaii invites you to its 20/23 Web Series on Fraud Prevention: Scam Free in 2023. Learn from Hawaii residents, and local and national experts, including top security officers from American Savings Bank, Bank of Hawaii and First Hawaiian Bank, the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit - Hawaii Department of the Attorney General; Better Business Bureau and the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Foundation.
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The Realities of Aging
The Realities of Aging
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March 15, 2023
You're invited to join host Percy Ihara today for our monthly workshop at the Ala Moana Hotel. Topics include finances, gerontology, legal mistakes, support services, long-term care options, reverse mortgages and many more. Call 808-600-4383 to RSVP. Seating is limited. 8:30am – 4:30pm
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Know the Ten Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
Know the Ten Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
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March 16, 2023
Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause memory, thinking and behavior problems that interfere with daily living. The Alzheimer’s Association® developed the new 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s education program to help people recognize common signs of the disease and know what to watch for in themselves and others.
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