Formerly homeless man helps others find way
April 3, 2017
UXBRIDGE, Mass. — After Todd Smith’s mother died, he took care of other elders. After they died, he was left homeless. A piece of
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Retirement: An invitation for something more
March 1, 2017
There are also others who count their days toward retirement with detailed plans for relocation, coursework already selected at local colleges and new memberships in all sorts of volunteer, exercise and learning communities. For most people, including myself, it is probably a mix of both: joyful anticipation of the fruits from decades of hard work as well as a sense of scrambling when we lose our footing in familiar structures.
8 simple steps to better manage meds
March 1, 2017
Modern medicine can work wonders. However, in order to be effective, medicine needs to be taken safely, according to prescribing guidelines, and patients and health
‘Digital immigrants’ around the family table
November 4, 2016
Turns out I’m an immigrant in the 21st century. And so is my daughter.
Parenthood and the high cost of loving
August 4, 2016
Most new parents go through “baby sticker shock” when they start to realize the cost of raising that dear, sweet, precious little person – for
A friend to her diocese
June 1, 2016
Shortly after her husband was drafted into the military, Stella Garcia helped pack up their little family and move to Northern Virginia. They arrived from
‘Johnny Silk’ can spin a tale
April 6, 2016
Like many of the residents at Amerisist of Warrenton, John Sekelsky has lots of stories to tell. Visitors to the assisted living facility can hear
Being still with Mom
February 19, 2016
Last weekend, as my neighbors braved sub-zero temperatures and shoveled out from Northern Virginia’s latest snow storm, my husband and I flew to Florida. For
To grandmother’s house we go
February 4, 2016
It is no secret that grandparents play an important role in the lives of their grandchildren. From giving encouragement and life advice to helping out
Practicing works of mercy toward the elderly
January 11, 2016
Pope Francis has a “burning desire” during this special Jubilee year. He wants us to reflect on and practice the corporal and spiritual works of
