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.
Looking for and keeping a job at any age
Older workers need to understand and embrace a new language--the language of technology--to be successful in today’s job market. Oasis Connections can help.
Silver Screen Series
Maturity and Its Muse Executive Director Lynn Hamilton previews four films to be featured in the 2015 Silver Screen Series. These films explore the challenges and joys of aging.
Teaching is a Healthy Habit for Genetra
The idea of changing our exercise or eating habits can be overwhelming. Genetra Bowser enjoys helping others find motivation to get started by leading Healthy Habits for Adults classes.
Defining our legacy
In a world that revolves around technology, creating legacy that you can touch and feel can be a challenge. Thinking beyond silver and china, I want to pass on something of real value: what I know how to do.
A lasting impact on topics that matter
Oasis participant Louise Polcari was inspired by the White House Conference on Aging, and played a part in the Conference watch party held at the Washington Metro Oasis.
With technology and gratitude, Suzanne Tobin navigates life with disabilities
Writer Suzanne Tobin describes how technology and the Americans With Disabilities Act have shaped her “new normal.”
Developing computer skills: a bonding experience
For Oasis blogger Julie Blow, technology has turned into a great way to build a relationship with her grandchild. And it all started with Skype and a kiss.
Oasis and RSVP: a natural connection
May 18 - 22 is National Senior Corps Week, an opportunity to salute RSVP volunteers, like Phyllis Wuertz, who believes that children still treasure simple joy of hearing stories read to them.