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SEPTEMBER 2025

Healthy Aging Month

We don’t stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.


-George Bernard Shaw

How can we feel good, stay strong, and live fully as the years add up? We’ve been thinking about what it really means to age well, and we’ve pulled together some simple, real-life ways to do just that. Whether you're caring for someone you love or just looking out for your own well-being, this one's for you. 


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Why Nutrition Matters

Supporting Healthy Aging—One Bite at a Time


As we age, staying strong isn’t just about exercise—it’s also about nourishment. But for many older adults, getting the right nutrition can quietly become a challenge. Changes in appetite, medications, mobility, or even loneliness can lead to malnutrition before anyone notices. In this article, we take a closer look at why this happens, how to recognize the early signs, and simple, caring ways we can support our loved ones in staying healthy, energized, and resilient.

According to American society for parental and enteral nutrition, the rate of malnutrition increases with age.


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Know the Signs - Start the Convesation


Sometimes, Just Being There is Everything


We all have heavy days. And sometimes, the people we care about carry more than they let on. This month, we’re opening up a real conversation about suicide prevention—not with fear, but with compassion and hope. Because knowing the signs, having the right words, and just being there can make all the difference. Let’s look out for each other.


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The Heart Of Care

ABC's Nurse Joy: 

More than a caregiver


She came to the U.S. with courage, compassion, and a calling to care. Nearly 19 years later, Joy is still making a difference every single day.



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ABC Community Initiatives

Anniversary Celebrations

SeniorCare Turns 53!


For over 5 decades, SeniorCare has provided dedicated service to our community. ABC is honored to be the presenting sponsor of this celebration at Floriana at the Hellenic Center in Ipswich, MA on September 17th.


Community heroes - Patricia "Patsy" & Paul Valcour of Ipswich, Fred Cowan of Gloucester, Barbara Sienkiewicz of Gloucester, George Nickless of Manchester-by-the-Sea, and Thomas Tanous of Wenhan will be honored.


This promises to be an enjoyable evening filled with networking, appetizers, cocktails, a silent auction and much more. Reserve your ticket or learn more

Action Inc. Celebrates 60 years!


For the past six years, Action Inc has provided support to individuals and families in need.


"This event is an opportunity to reflect on all that's been accomplished over the past 60 years - and to rally support for the work still ahead"

- Peggy Hegarty-Steck, CEO of Action Inc.


ABC Home Heathcare is proud to be part of their celebration.

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