Villages of Kensington

11/21/2025

Vok had a wonderful pre-Thanksgiving gathering at
Stella Pointe Grille in Kensington. 22 members and volunteers had a great time. The Stella Pointe team members were so welcoming and made sure we had a fabulous time! We will definitely return.

Stella Point Grille serves a variety of sports bar dishes and an over-the-top experience from the moment you walk in. Located in Kensington, MD.

06/27/2025

Watch a new documentary about the national crisis for caregivers

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Chances are that you are or will be a caregiver for a loved one and you will someday benefit from family caregiving. Where will the support you need connection come from when you need it?

💙 Tonight, witness the story of America’s caregivers. From Executive Producer and Director , explores the emotional, physical, and financial realities faced by those who care for others. This documentary highlights the resilience of the human spirit. 📺

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12/24/2024

Scammers never take a holiday. That's why we need to be mindful of what the latest scams look like. The article below can help improve your ability to know what a scam looks like and be better able to avoid being a victim.

Cloned websites, improved grammar and offers of free credit monitoring are making even careful internet users vulnerable to fraud

12/17/2024

This may be more than you want to know about the scope of scams in the US. There is useful information and advice about how to avoid being a victim of a scam.

Since the Better Business Bureau® (BBB®) International Investigations Initiative issued the 2021 study, Theft on a Massive Scale: Online Shopping Fraud and the Role of Social Media , fraudsters continue to trick consumers into buying from fake or misleading online advertisements. Reports are up ov...

11/16/2024

Can brain-training games and exercises help strengthen cognitive function as we age? Read on to learn about the research in this area.

Brain-training games may have cognitive benefits, but other challenging activities are proven to help our brains function at their best.

11/13/2024

What's your long term care IQ? There is so much to know if you or family members need services in later life. This article from US News is a useful primer offering facts, figues and resources about long term care.

Nursing home care is costly, but there are ways to manage without going broke.

11/12/2024

Fascinating article about an important segment of the older adults cohort...solo agers.

Elder villages can be an element of a plan for how to age as a solo ager when there's no partner or family to help when support is needed.

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More Americans are entering their later years without people they can automatically turn to for assistance with their health and finances. Here’s how to start.

10/07/2024

So many factors contribute to changes in how food tastes as we age. Read about why food might taste differently and what we can do to create flavorful meals that appeal to all of our senses.

What we know about the biology of smell and taste senses and tips to reawaken the palate

09/18/2024

Learn about fall risks for yourself, family and friends. Are you, or do you know someone who is at risk for a fall? This fall assessment from the National Council on Aging can help you understand fall risk and how to protect against it.

08/12/2024

Consider factors that may contribute to cognitive disabilities. There are some we can control by managing health practices and dietary choices.

We previously discussed findings from the 2020 Lancet Commission on Dementia Prevention, Intervention and Care, suggesting that fully addressing 12 lifestyle risk factors may prevent up to 40% of  dementia cases. In July 2024, the Lancet Commission added two new risk factors and reported that 45% o...

07/10/2024

Things to think about if you are considering a move for your next stage of life.

Unsurprisingly, older people often disagree about what makes an ideal neighborhood when deciding where to live. Here are things that many consider when making their decision.

06/28/2024

Are you or family members thinking about how to remain in your home to age in place? This article will help you think about the challenges.