Tax season has arrived and for some seniors and low-income adults, that means some anxiety in how they are going to complete those taxes without
Aging assistance available no matter income – Christine Vanlandingham – February 12, 2023
One of the challenges facing individuals trying to navigate their way through Medicaid estate recovery and income eligibility for aging and disability
Home care recipient pays it forward – Emily Marshall – February 1, 2023
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.