Tag Archives: seniors
Seniors on Election Day: Serving America and Helping to Facilitate Democracy – B’nai B’rith International
As a political junkie, I can recall every voting precinct I have cast a ballot. I’ve performed voter protection work as a lawyer, in 2008, at a precinct in Virginia. During these experiences, poll workers were the unsung heroes who facilitated democracy. Often, these public servants report before sunrise and stay past sunset. Read more » »
B’nai B’rith of Queens Celebrates Residents’ September birthdays – B’nai B’rith International
Staff at the B’nai B’rith of Queens senior housing building hosted a birthday party for residents with September birthdays. Eighty-five tenants attended the party to honor the 31 residents with September birthdays. State Sen. Read more » »
Becoming an Olympic Athlete: Age is Just a Number – B’nai B’rith International
Over the past couple of months, my house has been dominated by one thing: the Olympics and Paralympic Games. My wife has been glued to the television watching gymnastics, swimming and para swimming. Read more » »
U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Meets with Seniors at B’nai B’rith Apartments of Deerfield Beach – B’nai B’rith International
Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) visited the B’nai B’rith Apartments of Deerfield Beach, Florida, today, where she witnessed firsthand how vital affordable housing is for the wellbeing of seniors. “B’nai B’rith Apartments of Deerfield Beach is a great example of our community’s dedication to providing affordable housing for seniors. Read more » »
The Affordable Care Act 14: The Impact on Older Adults – B’nai B’rith International
Remember in 2010 when President Obama signed the Affordable Care Act (ACA) into law? Afterwards, discussions about the legislation monopolized our political discourse; people had strong opinions on both sides of the debate. Those conversations continued in earnest until the summer of 2017 when Congress’ effort failed to repeal and replace the ACA. Read more » »
Prescription Drugs for Seniors: A Trip Back in Time – B’nai B’rith International
Who remembers as a kid learning how a bill becomes a law? While I can’t remember the exact grade, I remember my teacher showing the video from School House Rock: “I’m Just a Bill.” When I was a kid, this short video was a staple of social studies classrooms. It’s a three-minute animated cartoon explaining how a bill becomes a law. Read more » »
U.S. Rep. Juan Ciscomani Engages With Seniors at B’nai B’rith Affordable Housing Building in Arizona – B’nai B’rith International
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B’nai B’rith Attends White House Event Marking Older Americans Month – B’nai B’rith International
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Seniors and High Interest Rates: An Uneven Result – B’nai B’rith International
Has anyone been able to read the news over the past couple of years without noticing articles about high interest rates? Everywhere you look there is a financial pundit predicting how the Federal Reserve will respond to the most recent economic news. Over the past several years, the Fed has raised interest rates to fight inflation. Read more » »
Imagine Life Without Internet. Some May Have To. – B’nai B’rith International
In my household, the internet might be the single most important utility. That’s saying a lot when you consider water and electricity. Whether it’s television, ordering food, buying stuff for the kids or a thousand other things, everything we do is through the web. I can’t imagine having to run out every time we need diapers. Read more » »
