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The Office on Aging is Here to Help
The Main Role of the Office on Aging – to Serve and Help Those Over 55 in Knoxville and Knox County
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The Value of Intergenerational Relationships
There is an unfortunate gap between people over 60 and younger ones.
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Getting Around Knoxville and Knox County
You may have never noticed your transportation options.
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Major Storms Adversely Affect People 65 and Older
Older people were hit the hardest by Harvey and Irma
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Grief and Older People
Serious harm can occur to those who have lost a loved one.
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Independence vs. Safety
Older people value their freedom. Their children fear for their safety.
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The Local Effort to Make the Public Aware of Elder Abuse
Knoxville and Knox County are not exempt from elder abuse.
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Don’t Let This Summer Slip by Without Enjoying It
There are plenty of fun — and free — things to do in downtown Knoxville.
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Strokes and BE FAST
We and our families need to learn about strokes and their warning signs.
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That Concern You Have Right Now is Not Unique to You
Regardless of where we’re at in life each of us has some concerns. Those things we worry about and can lose sleep over.
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The Main Health Concern for Older People and a Great Way to Take Care of It
18% of Americans over 65 live alone. 43% of those say they are lonely.
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A Severe Problem Affecting Many Older People
Although elder abuse is getting more attention, most don’t know how critical it is.
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Don’t Overlook This Very Important Meeting
Julie never discussed what would happen when her parents became incapacitated or died.
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Your Age Has Advantages. Don’t Overlook Them
We all love a bargain, that little extra incentive when we are buying something.
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The Impact of a Brief Conversation
Stop by and visit your elderly neighbors to see how they’re doing.
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Valuable Information on the Verge of Being Lost Forever
Did you ever ask an older person about their lives and how it was growing up?
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Lifelong Learner? College in Your Future?
In Tennessee, there are two special incentives for people 60 and older to take college classes.
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Hidden Gems for You Right Here in Knox County
There are eight senior centers in the Knoxville and Knox County, open to residents age 50+.
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Valuable Information on Social Security Benefits
You can choose to start receiving those benefits at different ages depending on your circumstances.
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You Can Even Work After Retiring
There is no mandatory retirement age in most professions, so there are many options.
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Now I’m Retired. What Do I Do?
Imagine what you can accomplish for the rest of your life. What will you achieve next?
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The Graying of Tennessee
The fastest growing segment of the population here in Tennessee is those over 65 years.
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Elder Abuse Community Outreach Program
Identifies and fill gaps in the criminal justice and social services systems.
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Knox County CAC Transit
Provides access to community resources by providing safe, comfortable transportation for local residents.
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Senior Care Calls
A program to reduce senior isolation.
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Knowledgeable staff available to speak on a variety of topics.
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We Serve All Seniors
We believe in diversity and inclusion.