A happy, healthy Halloween
The Halloween season brings with it a lot of sugar, but there are plenty of healthier options that trick-or-treaters will be glad to have in their bags.
Medicare Open Enrollment Begins October 15
Signing up or making changes to your Medicare coverage can be confusing, but there are a number of resources available, including MyMedicareMatters, an online tool developed by NCOA.
Knowing the facts about breast cancer
Understanding the facts and taking steps for early detection are the best ways to beat breast cancer. Learn and share what you know.
Got a tech question? Ask a techie.
Jim Salih is a "techie" and he knows it. He loves guiding new technology users in a one-on-one way through the Connections Ask a Techie program.
Food des(s)erts: in search of healthy foods, including treats
Living a healthy lifestyle is especially challenging when its hard to find fresh healthy food. One way to help is to volunteer with Oasis CATCH Healthy Habits.
Preventing falls makes walking more fun
Taking a long walk is no fun if you fall. Avid walker and Oasis guest blogger Betty Higbie has just learned some good strategies for staying on your feet.
Strength and endurance make daily living better
Daily exercise and physical activity can slow down the effects of aging and improve our quality of life. A program of aerobic, strength and flexibility exercises will help improve functional fitness levels.
Start your fight against the flu
Adults over 65 are especially susceptible to the getting the flu because the immune system is weaker. Getting a vaccine before flu season hits is a smart choice.
Take a stand to prevent falls
An Oasis Better Balance class helped Lin Dempsey prepare to enjoy the challenge of an African safari. Exercise is important to prevent falls wherever you go.
One tutor, one child, two lives changed
Third grade was a turnaround year for Marquis. With help from his Oasis tutor Flora Bryant, he improved his reading scores dramatically. Flora is pleased, but not surprised.