As the world population ages, the number of people living with dementia and other types of cognitive impairment continues to rise. Studies show the connection between hearing loss and dementia in older adults, and suggest that using hearing aids may help slow the development of cognitive problems. A research team from Johns Hopkins University, led by Dr. Frank Lin, enrolled nearly 1,000 adults

Meals on Wheels Orange County in partnership with the city of Seal Beach is hosting The Lunch Cafe at the North Seal Beach Center, 3333 St. Cloud Dr., Seal Beach, Monday-Friday, from 11 a.m.-noon. It is open to anyone 60 or older. Suggested contribution is $3. Guests under 60 can enjoy lunch for $5. Arrive 10 minutes before the start time as meals are served on a first-come, first-served basis.

Betty Lindley has been an Optum HCC volunteer for almost 20 years, on Thursdays and Fridays. She takes residents’ blood pressure in the lobby of Leisure World’s Health Care Center. She lost a few LW residents who helped her during the week, and is searching for one or two volunteers to assist at the Health Care Center. If interested, call Lindley at 562-431-8908.

Pathways provides a free grief support group for LW residents on Wednesdays from 2-3:30 p.m. in the Optum HCC Conference Room. Everyone is welcome. For a preliminary screening, call Tammie Ottenad at 562-5313031. For more information, call GRF Member Resources Liaison Robann Arshat at 562-431-6586, ext. 317.

Assemblywoman Diane Dixon and Senator Janet Nguyen will host a Senior Scam Stoppers presentation for Leisure World residents. Everyone is encouraged to come learn how to protect their personal information on Tuesday, Nov. 14, from 10-11:30 a.m. in Clubhouse 4. Jackie Wylie from the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation will share information on how to safeguard personal information.