Richard Shinkel, 79, still lives on the farm he was born on in Berrien Springs. “I was a farm kid, and my parents were immigrants from Poland and
Caregiver Resource Center is a good idea – Lynn Kellogg – May 27, 2023
There’s an incredibly good idea being considered in Lansing. It’s the creation and implementation of a statewide Caregiver Resource Center model for
Putting the spotlight on Michigan seniors – Christine Vanlandingham – May 20, 2023
Wednesday, on the state Capitol lawn, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer declared May as Older Michiganians Month. (Or is it Michiganders? The debate goes
How to avoid scams and what to do to help your neighbors – Sara Duris – May 14, 2023
Q. My friend told me you can’t laminate your Medicare card, is this true? A. Medicare advises beneficiaries to not laminate their
People want to hear your stories – Alexandra Newman – May 7, 2023
In this column, we often talk about stories. How important they are to pass down to your family and friends, how they can bring us together, and
Share the gift of nature – Lynn Kellogg – April 30, 2023
In a letter to his brother Theo in 1874, Vincent Van Gogh wrote, “If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere.” His love of nature
Journey with Dementia Minds was unforgettable – Christine Vanlandingham – April 23, 2023
Journey with Dementia Minds – an Unforgettable Hour “I may forget years of technical training, but I’ll remember this hour for the rest of my
Hunt for housing needs patience and planning – Sara Duris – 04/16/2023
Q. We are trying to find low-income housing for my mother. Every place has a wait list and I’ve heard you can’t even apply for a Section 8
A partner in independence – Alexandra Newman – April 9, 2023
Support can come in all shapes and sizes. It can look like a friendly phone call once a month. It can look like a friend bringing you medicine when