What we’ve been reading

Here is a round up of what we’ve been reading lately:

“ Never too late: Pandemic propels older shoppers online." The pandemic has motivated many older adults to start buying household necessities online, and some retailers and delivery services are banking on online shopping becoming the "new normal" for older consumers, the AP reports.

“ How to Protect Seniors From Online Fraud and Phone Scams." Social isolation during the pandemic has exacerbated the issue of scams targeting older adults. The Wall Street Journal offers some tips to safeguard older adults' assets and prevent scams.

"9 Enjoyable Activities for Seniors With Limited Mobility." Daily Caring rounds up some ways that older adults with limited mobility can have fun, boost their mood, and stay engaged with the world.

"How this 98-year-old woman has become the ‘Oprah’ of a Jewish community center in Florida." The Washington Post profiles Trudy Berlin, who has moderated the same weekly (and now virtual) discussion group for older women for more than 20 years.

 "COVID-19 Vaccinations Proceed Slowly among Older Latino, Black People": This informative article read delves into the racial disparities in vaccine access for older Latino and Black adults.

"Vaccinating Older Adults in the U.S. Against COVID-19: A Work in Progress": This analysis by the Kaiser Family Foundations reveals some fascinating insights into the vaccine rollout for older adults. Notably, no state has reported crossing the 50% vaccinated threshold for adults 60+.