News & Events
Welcome to the JCA News and Events page. Here you will find all news updates as well as post from the general blog and the KC (Kensington Clubs) Blog. Use the search function on the right side of the page to find news and posts about any particular category or key term that interests you.
Public Forum on Supporting Family Caregivers
KC Blog / By JCA / May 1, 2025
Montgomery County Commission on Aging to Host Free Annual Public Forum on Supporting Family Caregivers on Wednesday, May 21 in Gaithersburg The Montgomery County Commission on Aging (CoA) will hold its annual public policy forum on Wednesday, May 21, at the Activity Center at Bohrer Park in Gaithersburg. This year’s event, Revaluing Care: Building Policies, Programs and Connections to Support …
One piece of advice helped me navigate my partner’s dementia
JCA Blog, KC Blog / By JCA / April 29, 2025
by Sue Dickman for the Washington Post When someone you love has dementia, people tell you things. Many are true, but only a few are helpful. It took two years and one pandemic before I finally heard the advice I’d needed all along. I knew I wouldn’t be able to care for Alex by myself …
Celebrating My Milestone Birthday With an MRI
JCA Blog / By JCA / April 29, 2025
by Jason DeRusha for nextavenue Like most men, I blissfully avoided the doctor as I aged. But when I turned 50, I decided to get some aches and pains checked out. When I turned 40, I had a party with 150 people at a local brewery. I celebrated my 50th with an MRI. My first MRI …
AARP Senior Planet Online Classes
JCA Blog, KC Blog / By JCA / April 28, 2025
AARP hosts online classes through its Senior Planet program. If you’re an older adult, these live online classes are designed just for you! Learn about Finance, Wellness, Fitness, Computers and Technology, and so much more. You’ll learn so much, and also find a real community of fellow life-long learners. Need help joining a class? Call the …
Home Equity Can Boost Retirement Income
JCA Blog / By JCA / April 28, 2025
By Donna Fuscaldo for the Beacon Many retirees have built up significant home equity over the years, but surprisingly, they often overlook it in their retirement planning. With the average home equity for homeowners in the U.S. sitting at around $300,000, a house is a valuable asset that can be leveraged to support retirement. “You …
What’s Happening to Older American’s Support Systems?
JCA Blog / By JCA / April 24, 2025
What happens when critical aging services are put on the chopping block? The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is facing major restructuring, potentially dismantling key programs that support older adults and individuals with disabilities. In this video, Howard Gleckman and Alison Bankoff explain why this decision matters—not just for seniors, but for families, caregivers, and …
Three Ways Pets Support Healthy Aging
JCA Blog / By JCA / April 24, 2025
from National Council on Aging From their boop-able noses and mischievous antics to the unwavering love they provide, animals have a unique way of brightening our days. But pets are more than just a cute face—they’re also a boon for our health. The proof is in the numbers: According to the Human Animal Bond Research Institute …
Tariffs Impact on Medicine and Healthcare
JCA Blog / By JCA / April 17, 2025
How Will Trump’s Tariffs Impact Medicine and Healthcare? — It’s a mess of confusion and angst, sources say by Cheryl Clark, Contributing Writer, MedPage Today Amid all of the confusion and noise about how President Donald Trump’s tariffs will impact medical supplies and patient care — which products, which countries, how much, and for how long — there …
When — And How — to Ask For Help at Home
JCA Blog / By JCA / April 9, 2025
By Margaret Foster for the Beacon Most people want to stay in their own homes as they age: Nearly 80% of older adults say they prefer to age in place, according to AARP. But when cooking, yardwork, and stairs become too much trouble, who do you ask for help? Dozens of home healthcare companies exist …
17 Factors Affect Your Risk for Dementia, Stroke and Depression
JCA Blog / By JCA / April 9, 2025
By Kristen Rogers, CNN More than 55 million people worldwide have dementia, a number expected to nearly triple by 2050. Deaths from strokes may double by the same year, and 10% to 20% of adults experience depression later in life. While the numbers are striking, there’s a growing body of evidence showing that many of these cases may not be genetically fated, …