A tragic twist of the pandemic opens a window to talk about how we pay for long-term supports and services (LTSS). LTSS refers to help with everyday
Reflecting on five surreal months – Pat Arter – August 9, 2020
The more things changeā¦the more things change. I am struggling just a bit with where I find myself right now. Itās been almost five months since we
Tips on how to develop a successful mentoring relationship – Christine Vanlandingham – August 2, 2020
A long time ago someone advised me, āIf you need a mentor, find a wing and crawl under it.ā Their advice was to identify the expertise you need, a
Gift giving can complicate Medicaid eligibility – Sara Duris – July 26, 2020
Why is it illegal to give my grandchild some money for their graduation to help pay for college if I want to apply for Medicaid? I thought you
Ageism must go – Lynn Kellogg – July 19, 2020
The World Health Organization (WHO) calls ageism āthe most socially acceptable prejudice in the worldā. Citing negative ripple effects across
We’re all components of community – Lynn Kellogg – July 12, 2020
I was fortunate to have long-lived parents. In their later years when physical decline had set upon them, time together was lived in the present. We
Embrace your interdependence – Pat Arter – July 4, 2020
Happy Independence Day! I donāt know about you, but just the word independence sends me in a lot of different directions of thought. Especially
Those with disabilities deserve a choice on where they want to live – Christine Vanlandingham – June 28, 2020
Twenty-one years after the U.S. Supreme Courtās landmark Olmstead v. L.C. decision -- which ruled that people with disabilities have the
Where to find food assistance – Sara Duris – June 2020
Region IV Area Agency on Aging receives many inquiries about food availability. Below are some resources for those needing food. For