Friends of caregivers can provide needed help
December 7, 2006
In approximately one-quarter of American households, care is provided to one or more people age 50 and older. In most cases, no formal support services
Bibles provide continuing legacies of family members’ births, deaths, marriages
December 7, 2006
In a world where birth, marriage and death records are stored in computer databases, keeping handwritten records in a family Bible may seem antiquated and
‘Older Americans’ law strengthens services
December 7, 2006
Government-sponsored services for senior adults continue to benefit millions of older Americans, many of whom have limited income and resources. And with the Older Americans
Audio, large-print Bibles good gifts for older adults
December 7, 2006
As the Christmas season draws closer, buying gifts is on the minds of many. Bibles are a popular gift for older adults, said Christine Greiner,
Ministries growing for those facing holiday alone
November 2, 2006
Thanksgiving signals the start of the holiday season, but for many senior adults, it also can be a painful reminder of what they have lost
Adopt an Annuitant helps retired ministers, widows
October 5, 2006
Thank you for the financial assistance you provide for me. I am still able to do part-time work, which is not always steady. Some weeks
Churches should consider seniors in planning fire escape routes
October 5, 2006
Three years ago this month, the members of First Baptist Church, Fairhope, in Baldwin Baptist Association had an alarming experience during their Wednesday night fellowship
Blount County preacher Oden marks 104 years
September 28, 2006
Longtime Alabama Baptist pastor Andrew Oden celebrated his 104th birthday Sept. 16 in a fitting way — he preached. About 200 people attended a reception
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