Q: I am no longer driving, and I am having trouble figuring out how to do my errands and get groceries. Do you have any suggestions? A: It is a challenge to figure out new ways to do things when you no longer can drive yourself. Especially in this area of California, we are used [...]
Q: How much water should I drink every day to stay healthy? A: Staying well hydrated is always important, but even more so as we age. One National Institute of Health study showed that those who drink enough fluids stay healthier and develop less chronic conditions than those who do not. And yet almost 40% [...]
My mother’s recent visit from New Hampshire was one of the highlights of my year thus far, but I can’t help but feel some guilt as I look back upon her stay. Before she came, I was committed to finding the perfect balance between making her visit enjoyable and special, while at the same [...]
Q: What is Social Work appreciation month? A: March is recognized as National Social Work month. It was first organized in March of 1963 by the National Association of Social Workers as a way to encourage public support for the profession. As a social worker, I love to recognize this month and all my colleagues for the [...]
Recently my father had emergency surgery in another state, and I had to find ways to support him and my mother from afar. I learned a few things from this experience that may be useful to others going through similar situations. When someone does not ask for help, it can be difficult to know how [...]
Q: I have not traveled since the pandemic, but I think I am ready to go on a trip. I am much older now and worried about the stamina needed to travel. How can I plan a trip that I will enjoy and will not exhaust me? A: Traveling can be an amazing experience. It [...]
