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February 2016 - Volume 4 - Number 7

Boozman recognizes decorated WWII veteran
WASHINGTON – Sen. John Boozman released the third interview in a series recognizing the service and sacrifice of our veterans. This interview highlights the military service of World War II veteran and Bronze Star recipient Richard Parkins. [Full Text]

Couples speak of lifetime in love
By rick kron Arkansas Aging staff writer

It’s not about the length of the marriage as much as the amount of love packed into it. For Sandy Temple, 59, of Mt. Ida, her 12 years with husband Chuck, 65, has been a whirlwind. [Full Text]

Care coordinator welcomed

Trenisha Hendrix has been named care coordinator for the Paragould office of East Arkansas Area Agency on Aging. As coordinator, she will oversee the integration of social services and case management of programs delivered to the elderly, disabled adults, as well as veterans and their spouses who qualify for in home services. [Full Text]

Low-income housing for seniors

The WRAAA Housing group offers housing options for low-income elderly persons in five counties throughout the WRAAA service area. The agency manages 12 properties with a total of 188 single-bedroom apartments in Cleburne, Independence, Sharp, White and Woodruff counties. [Full Text]

Identifying and treating cataracts

Studies show that after cancer and heart attacks, Americans fear blindness more than any health problem. More than 20 million Americans age 40 and older have cataracts, making this the most common eye condition in the United States. Although one in seven people currently have a cataract, this is one of the most curable causes of vision loss. [Full Text]