I’ve recently discovered some programs that can help solve many of the challenges facing seniors. There are so many sources of help available today that it’s nearly impossible to have a handle on all of them at one time. Having a robust list by topic is very helpful. As with any rapidly growing market, there’s [...]
Imagine your longtime neighbor is an elderly gentleman who lives alone. He’s been in and out of the hospital over the last few months. He rarely sees his only child, a son who lives on the other side of the country. You pay your neighbor a social call upon his recent return from a hospital [...]
Westlake Girl Scout Lauryn Wang is in process of trying to earn her Gold Star Award, the highest rank a girl scout can earn. It is similar to a boy scout earning the rank of eagle scout. As part of her Gold Star Award project, Wang is organizing a charity golf tournament to raise money [...]
QUESTION: A family member has been diagnosed with a terminal illness and while not needed at this particular time, I am beginning to think about hospice services. When looking into this type of care, what should I consider when selecting a hospice provider? ANSWER: Most Americans know very little about hospice care. They aren’t aware [...]
QUESTION: I am in my mid-80s and my children are telling me I’m too old to drive. Can I be denied a license because of my age? ANSWER: No. There is no age limit for renewing a driver’s license. However, as we age physical changes do take a gradual toll on our abilities and can [...]
