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An aerial view of the state capitol building, perfect for seniors.

Jun 19 2023

New Legislative Commission to work on improving programs, services to seniors –  Herb Weiss

By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Photo: Pamela Bhatia, Artistic Images During May, designated as Older Americans Month, ...
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Jun 12 2023

A call for supporting the nation’s caregivers – Herb Weiss 

By Herb Weiss, contributing writer Just 511 days until the 2024 Presidential Election (Nov. 5, 2024), older voters call on ...
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Jun 5 2023

Path to an “age-friendlier” budget – Herb Weiss

by Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Photo: Pamela Bhatia, Artistic Images Can We Call the Recently Passed House ...
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May 29 2023

House passes legislation to encourage the construction of ADUs – Herb Weiss

By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Rhode Islanders will be able to develop accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on their ...
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May 22 2023

The last hurrah for RI retired pensioners – Herb Weiss

By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues To this day, talk to any state worker or teacher who retired ...
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May 15 2023

Can AI create an “Authentic” Commencement Address? – Herb Weiss

 By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues It’s May and Rhode Island’s college seniors are graduating from colleagues and ...
An elderly man in a wheelchair looking out of a window.

May 8 2023

Warning: Being lonely and isolated is hazardous to your health – Herb Weiss

By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Last Sunday, just days before releasing an advisory or “public statement” raising ...
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May 1 2023

Ratcheting up SSA’s customer service will take more funding – Herb Weiss

By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Over two months ago, as required by law, Kilolo Kijakazi, Acting Commissioner of ...
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Apr 24 2023

RI General Assembly considers ADU (granny flat) housing options – Herb Weiss

By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues After AARP Rhode Island’s successful efforts to pass legislation last year, giving ...
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Apr 17 2023

Annual AARP Snapshot of Older Travelers – Herb Weiss

By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Older travelers are gearing up for their big adventures with summertime just ...