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Savvy Seniors: 6 Expert Tips To Stay Safe From Scams

(BPT) - No one wants to believe they would fall for a scam, but it can happen to anyone, no matter your age. Older adults can be especially vulnerable as they are commonly targeted by scammers. In …

Stay Sharp, Shop Smart: Tips to Save on Your Shopping

(BPT) - According to a 2025 AARP survey, 73% of adults said that they were worried about rising prices, which was unchanged from the findings over the past two years of the survey. The current …

Six ways to stay sharp as you age

(BPT) - Just like our muscles, our brain functions at its best when it's given a "workout." Challenging your mental acuity — whether through reading, playing word games, completing puzzles or …
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Tina Jackson (front row wearing purple tie dye shirt) believes that soul line dancing is a big mood booster. "Being around others and enjoying the music helps reduce stress and anxiety. The music and coordinated movements also boost confidence, self-esteem, and cognitive function, making it a valuable tool for your mental well-being," she said.
'Gotta Dance' with Tina Jackson
Tina Jackson is the “Lady of Line Dance.” She teaches free classes once a month at Sabathani Community Center in South Minneapolis (310 E 38th St), and is at Oxford Community Center in …
Donald L. Hammen is a longtime south Minneapolis resident, and serves on the All Elders United for Justice steering committee.
Minding my body by celebrating my feet
With warmer weather coming, I have been able to get outside and walk more. Walking more is causing me to be aware that it is so easy for me to take my feet for granted. So, in this column, I am …
Veteran Gary Pashaibn asked protesters to sign his large poster reading "Veterans Earned Their Benefits."
400 protest federal cuts at VA
A rally was held on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 outside the VA at E 54th St and Minnehaha Ave. Gov. Walz and Mayor Frey spoke to about 400 protesters about Trump's threats to VA staff and medical care.
‘Good Ancestors’ recognized by Elders Climate Action
The Twin Cities chapter of Elders Climate Action honored three local activists with its annual Good Ancestor award, recognizing their legacies of community-centered climate action. Elders Climate …
Medicare Annual Update on Oct. 9
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) is partnering with MN Senior LinkAge to host a free class to help people learn about Medicare. “Medicare Annual Update” on Wednesday, Oct. …
Older adults have large digital archives that can be hard to access after their deaths.
Do you know how to prepare for your digital life after death? CU Boulder’s student-run clinic has some advice
End-of-life planning today includes making sure your loved ones have access to digital photos, email archives and social media accounts.
3 Ways to Help Older Adults Combat Loneliness
(Family Features) As people age, many lose loved ones, find their mobility diminished and see social circles shrink. All of this can contribute to feelings of loneliness
How to protect your assets from nursing home costs
LegalZoom explains that by familiarizing yourself with the law, you can learn how to protect assets from a nursing home and create a stable future for yourself and your loved ones.
Concerns about mental health medication side effects remain a barrier to getting help for those diagnosed with depression and anxiety
(BPT) - Lisa Roberts has raised a family, reached an impressively high level in her career, and been an anchor for her mother and other family members. Suddenly, within a very short period, her …
Preventing Shingles: A Local Pharmacist on the Importance of Getting Vaccinated
(BPT) - When individuals reach age 50, their risk of developing shingles increases, making it more important than ever to understand this painful condition and how to help prevent. …
AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD
At 37th and Hiawatha, you can see the iStorage self-storage in the former Dayton's warehouse, the General Mills grain elevators on the far east, and the Atkinson ADM Mill on the south side of the intersection. (Photo by Tesha M. Christensen)
Atkinson ADM Mill still operating
The Atkinson ADM Mill at 3745 Hiawatha Ave. is still operating, and has recently been upgraded to make it more efficient. It is the last industrial flour mill still operating in Minneapolis. The mill …
Arson fires at Stevens House
The Minneapolis Park and RecreaCon Board Park Police Department is asking for the public’s help in solving three recent arson fires at the Stevens House, located at 4901 South Minnehaha Park …
Jonathan Reckford was the first to speak in "Healing Our House Divided" on Oct. 5, 2022.
Healing our house divided
This fall, The Westminster Town Hall Forum presents “Healing Our House Divided”   a four-part series in which intellectually diverse thinkers will argue that community can surmount …
Fire Motor Operator Mary Mohn, Firefighter Bonnie Bleskachek, Firefighter Vicki Hoff and Captain Jean Kidd, who from 1992-1994 formed the city’s first all-women crew, in front of their rig, Engine 5.
MFD commemorates 30th anniversary of first all-women fire crew
Current and former fire department staff, city officials, friends and family joined together at Minneapolis Fire Station 5 (2700 Bloomington Ave.) on Sept. 23, 2022, to honor the four members of the …
Gary Schatzlein stands in Schatzlein’s Saddle Shop at 413 W Lake St., holding a saddle that needs to be repaired. “It has been hard to compete with online shopping,” Gary Schatzlein said. “Brands have made it harder for us to buy from them.” The horse behind him is one customers used to sit on and see if their apparel fit right. Now, the horse displays a “Do Not Touch” sign
WHERE PAST AND PRESENT MEET
Before Lake Street was a popular hub of Minneapolis, it was a rural area where farming was prevalent. There were rarely any streetcars or buses that rode up and down the street, but rather, horses …

Why do cuts to Medicaid matter for Americans over 65? 2 experts on aging explain why lives are at stake

Medicaid provides health insurance coverage for more than 82 million Americans.
When people over 65 lose Medicaid coverage, they stop seeing their doctors for preventive care due to high costs. This in turn leads to worse health outcomes and higher health care costs.
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2024 Animal Advocate Award
Minnesota Senator Scott Dibble (DFL) of Minneapolis was presented with the 2024 Animal Advocate Award by Animal Humane Society (AHS) in recognition of his work to support the welfare of …
Volunteers are key to pulling together the annual Woofstock event in Linden Hills. The energy they put into the community event helps it run smoothly.
Positive energy meets canine energy
I think about energy a lot. I wonder: How much energy does it take to bark!? I mean, it kind of looks like it would take a lot of energy, if I were to suddenly yell that loud and urgently. . . I …
Hercules, an Olde English Bulldogge, had his tail cut off by a breeder at a young age before he joined the Peter family.
Dogs don’t need cosmetic surgery
I’ve had three family dogs that I can remember in my lifetime. Hunter was a yellow Labrador, Hercules an Olde English Bulldogge, and now, Smokey, our German Shepherd mix. When I was growing up, …
Madison Weissenborn holds three-month-old Llasa prior to a free adoption day event on Dec. 9, 2022 meant to clear out the shelter before Christmas. Weissenborn is the volunteer and community partnership coordinator at Minneapolis Animal Care and Control. (Photo by Tesha M. Christensen)
Not the pound you think you know
The Minneapolis city animal control facility isn’t the grim place many picture.“For a long time, this place would have been called a pound with all the negative aspects that …
The Team Larry House Band performed at Woofstock on Saturday September 10, 2022 hosted at Sheridan Ave S & W 43rd St.
Teaming up for good
It was sunny and 70 degrees for the 17th Annual Linden Hills Woofstock, and the pooches were not to be disappointed. Nor were the fans of The Disappointments, the latest teenage rock group coming …
Air quality alert issued due to wildfire smoke for Monday, June 2, through Wednesday, June 4, for all of Minnesota
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has issued an air quality alert for all of Minnesota. The alert runs until noon on Wednesday, June 4. The affected area includes all of Minnesota and the …
YWCA's triathlon returns to Lake Nokomis
On Aug. 10, 2025, more than 1,400 women-identifying athletes will descend on Lake Nokomis for a day of swimming, biking, and running as part of the 16th annual YWCA Minneapolis Women’s …
Almost 1000 University of Minnesota resident and fellow physicians certify union
Following certification by the Minnesota Bureau of Mediation Services (BMS) on Friday, May 9, 2025, about 980 resident and fellow physicians at the University of Minnesota are now officially …
Hiawatha Links update: Survey responses, open house summary and upcoming FAQ
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is working on "Hiawatha Links," a new phase of design and engineering work that will build on the long-term plan for Hiawatha Golf Course completed in 2022. …
Soup for You! Café celebrates 10th anniversary
Soup for You! Café celebrates its 10th anniversary on Friday, Jan. 31st from 11:30-1:30 p.m. All are welcome enjoy a free bowl of soup and accompaniments in the basement of Trinity Lutheran …
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Health Hack: How Travel Can Transform Your Physical and Mental Well-Being

(BPT) - Getting older is a gift, one that can bring joy, wisdom and the opportunity to enjoy life's next chapter. While it can naturally also be associated with health challenges, new research has …

From Caregiver to Advocate: Barbara Corcoran's Experience with Agitation in Alzheimer’s Dementia

(BPT) - Nearly 50% of people living with Alzheimer's disease show signs of a separate but related condition called agitation in Alzheimer's dementia. However, many people caring for a loved one …

How to manage arthritis pain and improve mobility

(BPT) - Did you know the leading cause of disability in the U.S. is arthritis? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), arthritis affects more than 54 million Americans, and …

What do you know about menopause and perimenopause?

(BPT) - Did you know women spend over 30% of their lives in a menopausal state? While menopause and the transitional period before it, called perimenopause, are important milestones in a woman's life …

Medicare Part B Now Covers Virtual Care — Here's Why That Matters for You

(BPT) - For millions of Americans with Medicare Part B coverage, virtual healthcare offers a convenient alternative to traditional in-person visits.While Medicare provides essential coverage for …

This is how advance care planning brings peace of mind

(BPT) - You can probably imagine how important it is for someone with a serious illness to have an advance care directive — instructions about their wishes in the event they're unable to …
New Caregiving App for Alzheimer's: Elevmi
(BPT) - Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's can be overwhelming. Nearly 70% of family caregivers say that coordinating care is stressful, and two-thirds struggle to find information to support …
Cel-e-brate Good Deals: Tips to Get Ahead of Celebration Season
(BPT) - Every year, consumers spend a lot of money during "celebration season," which kicks off on Mother's Day, quickly followed by Father's Day, graduations, school parties and activities, with …
New volunteers get trained in Lexington, Ky., to help out at CASA of Lexington in April 2023.
Want to stay healthier and fulfilled later in life? Try volunteering
It often brings an instant boost in mood − along with a deeper sense of meaning and purpose.
A More Convenient Way to Get Screened for Colon Cancer
(BPT) - Guardant HealthDid you know colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the most treatable forms of cancer when it's caught in its early stages, yet one in three American adults are not up to date with …
Preparing for retirement? 6 expert tips for your health and finances
(BPT) - Retirement is a major transition in your life. While it can be an exciting chapter you may have long looked forward to, the key to making the most of your retirement is proper planning.From …
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A crisis by the numbers: Nursing shortages in 2025 by state

Vivian Health compared data across all 50 states and the District of Columbia to perform a comprehensive analysis of where nursing shortages may continue to impact health care systems.

How To Avoid Becoming A Victim Of A Botched Dental Implant Procedure

(BPT) - For anyone facing tooth loss, dental implants offer more than just a cosmetic solution. They can have a significant impact on your overall health and well-being. However, it's important to do …

Aging in Place: Navigating Financial Challenges Amid Rising Costs

(BPT) - As the American population ages, the desire to "age in place" — remaining in one's own home during the golden years — has become increasingly prevalent. A recent survey by Point, …

Where the most people are about to retire

SmartAsset identifies the U.S. cities with the highest populations of people aged 55 to 64 to determine where the biggest shifts out of the workforce and into retirement may occur.
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