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04/29/2026

04/29/2026

National days on April 29, 2026 🎉

• Denim Day
• International Dance Day
• International Guide Dog Day
• International Noise Awareness Day
• International Wish Day
• National Peace Rose Day
• National Rugelach Day (Jewish pastry)
• National Shrimp Scampi Day
• National Supply Chain Day
• National Zipper Day
• Stop Food Waste Day
• Viral Video Day
• We Jump the World Day
• World Stationery Day

ℹ️ Today's observances with brief explanations: https://digitalhygge.com/april-29/

04/28/2026

Older adults who have served in the military may be eligible for additional benefits and services. The Eldercare Locator can connect veterans and their families to local resources that support health care, housing and more. Voice, videophone or text: 1-800-677-1116 | Email: eldercarelocator@usaging.org | Chat online: https://ow.ly/Kbaj50X7WWm.

04/28/2026

BenefitsCheckUp, a resource provided by The National Council on Aging, connects millions of older adults and people with disabilities with benefits programs that can help pay for health care, medicine, food, utilities, and more.

Use your zip code to connect with benefits in your area: benefitscheckup.org

04/28/2026

How to Properly Deal With Repetitive Questions in Dementia

04/28/2026

If someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia is repeating questions over and over, use these four ways to respond before you lose patience.

04/28/2026

🏠 When seniors have housing stability, the outcomes are tangible. It isn’t just about having a roof over their heads —it’s about creating an environment where seniors can thrive. Supporting seniors is an investment in their well-being—and in our communities.
Learn more at sssbc.ca

04/28/2026

Dysphagia causes difficulty swallowing and can cause aspiration pneumonia in seniors. Get 7 expert tips on managing dysphagia to keep seniors safe & healthy

04/28/2026

Remember, we rise by lifting others. 🤝🌟

04/28/2026

When responding to repetitive questions from someone with , try not to get frustrated.

"A person living with dementia is not giving us a hard time - they are having a hard time."

For more information, click here for an informative video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T0oyprE519k

04/27/2026

National days on April 27, 2026 🎉

• Autism Super Mom Day (Part of Autism Awareness Month)
• Babe Ruth Day
• International Crow and Raven Appreciation Day (ICRAD)
• International Design Day
• International Donor Conception Awareness Day
• Marine Mammal Rescue Day
• Morse Code Day
• National Devil Dog Day
• National Gummi Bear Day
• National Little Pampered Dog Day
• National Pneumatics Day
• National Prime Rib Day
• National Tell a Story Day
• World Tapir Day
• Woody Woodpecker Day

ℹ️ Today's observances with brief explanations: https://digitalhygge.com/april-27/

04/24/2026

💛 April is National Volunteer Month! 💛

Our volunteers make a real difference every day—especially at our Senior Community Centers. This past Friday, we had the joy of recognizing some of our amazing volunteers at our Hillside Center in Clarks Summit. 🎉

We are so grateful for everything you do to support our neighbors—you truly make UNC stronger! 💫

👉 Want to see what’s happening at our Senior Centers? Check out activities and programs at uncnepa.org under the News & Events tab.

All programs are funded, in part, through partnerships with Lackawanna County Area Agency on Aging and the Pennsylvania Department of Aging.