1 Big Thing: The Power of Your Hands The single most effective set of muscles you can work to extend your life is your hands. Why it matters: This shocked us, too. But many health and fitness experts argue that since falling is the leading cause of injury-related death once we cross 65 years old,...Read More

Generation X Volunteers Want to Help You, and One Day Themselves, Age at Home The Village to Village Network assists older people with the services they need to remain in their homes. A younger generation is getting involved. By Tammy La Gorce Published March 13, 2022Updated March 14, 2022 At 88, Susan McWhinney-Morse is a...Read More

Marie Johnson, Executive Director of SPRYE, the local organization that helps older adults age in place, recently completed all requirements to become a Certified Senior Advisor. The 6-month course, Working with Older Adults, focuses on the health, social, and financial issues of aging. It is offered by the Society of Certified Senior Advisors, whose members...Read More

Flu vs. Coronavirus: What’s the Difference? 8 frequently asked questions about flu, COVID-19 and vaccines The flu season is here. And once again, it’s happening during the COVID-19 pandemic. The biggest difference is that this time vaccines for both are widely available. Health care providers strongly encourage people to be fully vaccinated against both diseases...Read More

Socially isolated older adults who enter intensive care units (ICUs) are more likely to die and are at increased risk of disability after discharge compared with those who are more connected to family and friends, a new Yale University study shows. The study, published Sept. 7 in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine, “illustrates the need...Read More

SPRYE is pleased to announce Rye Brook resident Lauren Miscimarra as its new board president. SPRYE is a not-for-profit that helps adults 60 years old and up age in place in their homes and the communities they love. It serves Harrison, Port Chester, Rye, and Rye Brook. Lauren takes over the position from Osborn Home...Read More

SPRYE announces an exciting initiative for new and existing members who wish to stay connected to their friends, family and doctors. TotalAccess Now: Leave No One Unconnected is a pilot program that offers personal training and support from SPRYE staff to assist members who wish to improve their knowledge and usage of their smart devices...Read More

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Community Living is releasing $1.4 billion in funding from the American Rescue Plan for Older Americans Act programs, including programs to support vaccine outreach and coordination, address social isolation, provide family caregiver support, and offer nutrition support. It will also fund justice programs to ensure the...Read More

Click below for the most current information we have regarding how and where to obtain a vaccine in the immediate area. stopandshop.com wphospital.org am.i.eligible.covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov walgreens.com cvs.com/immunizations westchestermedicalcenter.org Phone numbers to call in New York The Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services 914-813-6100 To make appointments at the county sites call 833-697-7829 or the...Read More

[gdlr_video url=”Yhttps://youtu.be/POMhN-PXfMs” ] SPRYE thanks all our wonderful sponsors who supported the organization and the many members who received assistance from loyal and caring volunteers. Hilary & Charles Garland Greenwich Hospital Connie & Bruce Macleod Amber & Owen Nee Dan O’Day The Osborn & Osborn HomeCare Rye Interfaith Housing Corporation Vienna Senior Housing Lynn & Jules...Read More