Entergy Gears Up For Hurricane Season

Living on the Gulf Coast comes with the bittersweet excitement of the Summer season every year. Bittersweet because it also welcomes the hurricane season. June 1, marks the beginning of hurricane season and forecasters are projecting 50 percent more activity for the 2013 season than during a normal season. The latest numbers have them projecting 18 named tropical storms (winds sustained... Read More

Social Security Board of Trustees Say No Change in Projected Year of Trust Fund Reserve Depletion

The Social Security Board of Trustees has released its annual report on the long-term financial status of the Social Security Trust Funds. The combined assets of the Old-Age and Survivors Insurance, and Disability Insurance (OASDI) Trust Funds are projected to become depleted in 2033, unchanged from last year, with 77 percent of benefits still payable at that time. The DI Trust... Read More

HEB and HealthSpring – Health Awareness Day

If you are turning 65 or on Original Medicare, and want to learn more about living a healthier lifestyle you are invited to attend a FREE educational event with no obligation. Seating is limited. For more information or to reserve a seat, please call 1- 888-466-3157. HEB and HealthSpring Health Awareness Day Health Awareness Day Friday, June 7, 2013 9 a.m. to 12 noon HEB 3025 North... Read More

All Aboard Amtrak!

Amtrak and the City of Beaumont worked hand-in-hand to improve on comfort, convenience and safety for passengers boarding a train out of Beaumont. … the Amtrak Depot, located at 2555 Cedar Street in Beaumont, now has a classy “old depot” look and there is no more standing out in the rain or sun! The new Amtrak Depot provides passengers a covered waiting area, a... Read More

Silver Sneakers Program at YMCA of Southeast Texas Port Arthur Branch

The SilverSneakers® Fitness Program is an innovative health, exercise and wellness program helping older adults live healthy, active lifestyles.  Health plans around the country offer this fitness program to people who are eligible for Medicare or to group retirees. SilverSneakers provides a fitness center membership to any participating location across the country. The benefits... Read More

May is Older Americans Month!

Every year since 1963, May has been the month to appreciate and celebrate the vitality and aspirations of older adults and their contributions and achievements. It is a proud tradition that shows our nation’s commitment to honor the value that elders continue to contribute to our communities. This year’s Older Americans Month theme—“Unleash the Power of Age!”—emphasizes... Read More

Allow us to Introduce you to Harbor Home Health

They say everything is bigger in Texas, they also say Texans pull up their boot straps and take care of what needs to be taken care of. And they would be right on both points. From birth until we hit our golden years, Texans are fiercely independent. We play hard,love hard and work hard and when it hits the point that we can’t do it all ourselves we don’t give it up that easily.... Read More

A Golf Round to Remember for Alzheimer’s

Get ready for the premier golf event of the season! The Alzheimer’s Association Round to Remember 2013 Southeast Texas Golf Classic will be held at the beautiful Iron Oaks Golf Club on May 17 in Beaumont. This event looks to raise awareness and funds to help support research, education, programs and advocacy for all those affected by Alzheimer’s disease.  The tournament... Read More

“Operation: Storm Ready” Comes to Ford Park May 29

Rita, Humberto, Ike. Familiar names to all of us in Southeast Texas, names recognized for the damage and destruction these hurricanes brought with them. Are we ready for what may come in 2013? Entergy Texas, Inc. says, “Yes!” and is ready to show you why at Operation: Storm Ready, a pre-hurricane season event set to take place from 9 a.m. until noon, Wednesday, May 29, at the... Read More

National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has scheduled another National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day which will take place on Saturday, April 27, 2013, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Rogers Park, 1455 Dowlen Rd in Beaumont. This is a great opportunity for those who missed the previous events, or who have subsequently accumulated unwanted, unused prescription drugs, to safely... Read More

Take a 3 Day Fiesta Trip with Best Years Senior Center!

San Antonio’s Famous Fiesta! Three Night Trip! an exclusive seniors mini vacation setup by The Best Years Seniors Center in Beaumont – Sign up for this trip that will have you departing on Thursday, April 25 and on Returning on Sunday, April 28. Take a trip with the Best Years Senior Center to enjoy the popular San Antonio River Walk, the Battle of the Flowers Parade... Read More