It has now been 6 months since the first Stay at Home order for Ventura County and the marker upon which we consider the time all of our daily lives changed. This is a time to reflect on all that has happened in the last 6 months and where we are now. We sometimes forget [...]

Question:  I live alone, what will happen if I get sick with COVID-19? Who will care for me? The fear of getting COVID-19 or someone close to us getting the virus can almost be crippling these days. While we want to take every precaution to keep ourselves from getting the virus, we also want to [...]

One sentiment I hear a lot right now that I relate to is a general feeling of unease and fluctuating emotions. During this time of COVID-19, it is common to hear people talk about the roller coaster of emotions they are feeling. One minute we think we have a system, a way of navigating life [...]

Question:   My drivers license is about to expire, and I am worried about going to the DMV right now. What can I do? Many people share your worries right now. A trip to the DMV is usually dreaded even on a good day and now, with the COVID-19 pandemic, we want to avoid any crowded [...]

Living through the COVID-19 pandemic has been difficult in many ways. We have all had to make changes to our daily routine that may have caused us to exert extra effort, or impose new restrictions we are not used to. This can often lead to frustrations. However, some of these changes may have been for [...]

Question: The doctor has suggested my wife go on hospice. I am worried about having people in my home right now and am not sure if hospice is right for her. How do I know if I am making right decision? Deciding to enroll your wife on hospice care is no doubt a difficult decision. [...]

Question:   Now that I spend so much more time at home how can I make my home a nicer place to be? Many people are taking on home improvement projects while at home and, in some ways, this is the perfect time. We are staying home more to be safe and reduce our risk of [...]