Nearly eight years ago, Watervliet resident, Terry Rose, was struggling. Her diagnosis of multiple sclerosis left her exhausted and unable to manage
Medicare won’t cover long-term home care – Sara Duris – January 22, 2023
Q. My mom had a nurse, physical therapist, and a bath aid coming to her home for several weeks after she was hospitalized from a stroke.
Making difficult decisions – Christine Vanlandingham – January 15, 2023
Independence and choice. Themes as central to the American way as the rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. The ability to make
Our natural world needs protection – Lynn Kellogg – January 10, 2023
Years ago following my second trip to Alaska, I wrote of lessons the “last frontier” provided. Alaska’s undeveloped frontier is predominant with
Learning to express kindness – Christine Vanlandingham – January 3, 2023
As we barrel head-long into 2023, I am carrying with me two lessons from the 1980s. 1) Growing pains are not fun, but they can be a good
Stay warm, but stay safe – Christine Vanlandingham – Dec. 24, 2022
Space heaters are a common appliance in many homes. They are also a common cause of fires. A recent fire in our neighborhood, caused by a space
Medicare vs. Marketplace – choose wisely – Sara Duris – December 18, 2022
Q. What are the Health Insurance Marketplaces and how are they different from Small Business Health Options Program (SHOP) plans? A.
Let’s destigmatize dementia – Lynn Kellogg – December 13, 2022
Blessed with friends of all ages, it’s surprising how often comments on memory function surface across generations. But, maybe it’s not too
Use holidays to connect generations – Christine Vanlandingham – December 5, 2022
I have a photograph in my office of an older man and a young teen, each wearing nearly identical t-shirts. The teen’s shirt says, “Talk to old people;