The Beacon is a free monthly publication for readers 50+, focusing on health and fitness, law and money, technology and innovation, housing options, travel and the arts.

Separate editions of The Beacon cover Howard County, Greater Baltimore and Greater Washington, and together reach more than 350,000 readers. We also have an interactive website with a new, searchable database (the Silver Pages) including housing, healthcare, home care, legal and financial service providers, and we produce annual 50+ Expos and Resource Guides.

For free copies or advertising information, or to become a Beacon distribution site, please contact us.

Are you looking for a reliable resource?  Our COGS Directory puts you in touch with the best individuals, private companies and public agencies that provide quality services to our older adult community.

COGS members are dedicated to their clients and offer a wide range of services from housing, in-home care, legal services, realtor and move support services, insurance and financial products, construction, transportation, medical supplies, hospital care and MORE!