Published: October 24, 2022
The woman was a grandmother but young by today’s standards – 64. She had been divorced for years but was hard working and self sufficient until the cancer diagnosis. Reluctantly following her physician’s advice, she had to quit work and file for disability. As the disease gained a further hold, she went on SSI and… Read More
Published: August 3, 2022
Rebecca is a full-time working mother of 3 teens. Trying to juggle it all, Rebecca is traveling three hours, one way, to assist her aging parents who adamantly want to remain in their home. However, she is exhausted. Rebecca feels that she is under performing at work and is not fully present with her children.… Read More
Published: April 18, 2022
As an only child, I grew up among an adult population. Now, I am a member of the “Baby Boomer” generation. My grandfathers died before I was born, my paternal grandmother I did not know well, and my maternal grandmother was loving during her short life. I was able to meet my maternal great-grandparents, but… Read More
Published: February 23, 2022
Betty Lynn was diagnosed with arthritis ten years ago. She didn’t believe in diets, and ate pretty much whatever she felt like. Betty enjoyed cereal with sugar, the Sunday doughnut after church, Chinese food on Friday nights and even the occasional frozen pizza. Betty wasn’t overweight, and by first glance she appeared to be in… Read More
Published: January 15, 2022
Donna and her husband David live independently in their own home. Two years ago, Donna was diagnosed with dementia. David became her primary caregiver; however, as her condition progressed, he needed help. He was no longer able to assist his wife with bathing, as she would become agitated and downright angry when he tried to… Read More
Published: April 27, 2021
Isn’t it interesting when you hear an older person strongly say, “I think the government needs to mind their own business and leave us alone. We don’t need them.” My inside voice says, “Wait a minute. Looking at you, I would bet you are receiving some type of government assistance. It’s the government that put… Read More
Published: March 11, 2021
I’ve been thinking about the future. “Funny,” you may think, “when I’m sure she’s well over 65.” You’re right but there are days when I wonder how I’ll age. I feel fortunate that I can do what I’m able, but certainly recognize (although very reluctantly) that there are limitations on my abilities. So… it only… Read More
Published: February 17, 2021
As parents, we feel the pressure of when to allow our children to have cell phones and if/when they can have access to social media. Having 2 girls, let me tell you….the struggle is real and I eventually caved under the pressure. So, now that some of our children have these tools how can they… Read More
Published: December 23, 2020
The cookies are long gone. The hugs are sadly a thing of the past too. A New Year is upon us and I, for one, am hopeful. First, the cookies. Long a tradition children and then grandchildren would take a day or two to come to Grandma’s house to make and bake holiday cookies. Recipes… Read More
Published: November 2, 2020
It’s open enrollment time for health insurance. Offered once a year, open enrollment means individuals can choose a health insurance plan or opt out of the one they have and move to another plan. Open enrollment means it is “open” to everyone in contrast to other times in the year when only a specific life… Read More