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.

From our CEO: How JCA Impacts Social Determinants of Health

JCA Blog / By JCA / November 3, 2022

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by Shane Rock, JCA CEO An individual’s health and quality of life are strongly influenced by social, economic, and environmental factors—termed social determinants of health—that include adequate nutritious food, stable and sufficient income, safe and affordable housing, reliable transportation, social connectedness, access to quality health care, and a safe neighborhood. Older adults who struggle with …

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The Older Worker Paradox

JCA Blog, News / By JCA / October 31, 2022

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by Richard Eisenberg, from Next Avenue Here’s a strange paradox regarding older workers: On the one hand, they’re 14% less likely to receive the highest annual performance ratings, according to Mercer’s Workforce Sciences Institute. But, those analysts found, business units’ financial and operational performance rise with increased tenure of their workers. What gives? Some 78% of people …

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JCA Issues 49th Annual Report

News / By JCA / October 20, 2022

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JCA has issued its 49th Annual Report. It highlights stories from those who have benefited from JCA’s programs and introduces the FY22 Award Winners. View the report >>

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SCSEP Receives TD Bank’s Ready Commitment Contribution

Uncategorized / By Suzanne Pollak / October 19, 2022

TD Bank’s Ready Commitment $5,000 contribution to JCA’s Senior Community Services Employment Program (SCSEP) will go a long way to cover the seemingly small, but still significant, barriers participants face regularly. “These funds will give my team the flexibility to help our participants when they face obstacles that jeopardize their ability to stay enrolled in …

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Parental Tech Support: Protect Your Parent’s Cell Phone

JCA Blog, News / By JCA / October 19, 2022

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from the Washington Post, by Heather Kelly Parental Tech Support: Everything you should fix on a senior’s phone Clean up and optimize your parent’s smartphone with 20 minutes and this checklist. Next time you see your parents in person (and really, you should visit more often) do everyone a favor. Take 30 minutes to borrow …

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Reduce Risk of Medication Errors

JCA Blog, News / By JCA / October 12, 2022

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from the Beacon, by Mayo Clinic Staff Dear Mayo Clinic: My friend’s father recently died from a medication error. One of his prescriptions was filled incorrectly and caused a fatal reaction. I take multiple medications for various conditions. How can I reduce my risk for a medication error? A: Medication errors refer to mistakes in …

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See Me at the Smithsonian: October & November Dates

KC Blog / By JCA / October 6, 2022

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Access Smithsonian is pleased to announce the following dates in October and November for See Me at the Smithsonian, a virtual art appreciation program for persons with early-stage dementia. You must register in advance. Wednesday, October 5th from 2:00 – 3:00p ET with the National Museum of American History Wednesday, October 19th from 2:00 – 3:00p ET with the National Museum of Natural …

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Beacon 50+Expos Return In Person

News / By JCA / October 4, 2022

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The Beacon newspaper is happy to return to in-person 50+Expos this October after two years of online events. Thousands of attendees are expected to attend the two 50+Expos taking place this year — free, annual events featuring speakers, health screenings, flu shots and other vaccines, informative resources, and entertainment for older adults and their families. …

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You Can Lower Your Prescription Drug Costs

JCA Blog, News / By JCA / October 4, 2022

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Prescription drug costs can add up. Medicare Part D is optional coverage which can defray costs for those who take prescription drugs on a regular basis or think they will need to in the future. Consult the Montgomery County SHIP website, plus you can request a price comparison from SHIP. Refer to this article from …

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When Family Caregivers Need Help, Too

JCA Blog, KC Blog, News / By JCA / October 3, 2022

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from the Beacon, by Ana Prager Hart In the United States, families are the primary source of support for older adults and people with disabilities. According to the National Alliance for Caregiving (NAC), more than 65 million people — 29% of Americans — provide care for a chronically ill, disabled, or aged family member or …

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