My Initiation to Coal Mining
In the mid 1960s as a young lawyer working in Charleston, West Virginia, I was assigned to a team representing the firm's coal mining clients. One of my first cases involved alleged violations of
My Mother Meets Cronkite
In 1979, while working for the Federal Aviation Administration, I was selected for the Education for Public Management program. It is a government-wide program that selects high potential personnel to study for a year
Grappling With The Finality of “The Last Move” to a Retirement Community
The decision to move to a retirement community marks a significant life transition, especially for older adults who struggle with their feelings about the finality of the last move. In many cases, this apprehension
Understanding the Differences Between Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing Care
As our loved ones age, ensuring they have the right level of care and support is crucial. While some seniors may thrive in environments that offer occasional help, others may require around-the-clock care due
What Does “Losing Independence” Mean To You?
In several recent blog posts, we discussed some of the common fears that people have around moving to a retirement community, including the fear of the unknown in senior living decisions. But at the
Navigating Medicare, Medicaid, and Private Insurance: A Guide for Seniors
As you approach retirement or enter your golden years, understanding your health care options becomes crucial. Medicare and Medicaid are two essential programs to know about and take advantage of, but they can be
Life in Dictatorship
Excerpted from Our Neighborhood, a new RWC quarterly publication) By Milena Van Sant I lived as a child and young teen under the iron fists of two dictatorships – the Nazis in Germany and
Embracing Uncertainty: Overcoming Fear of the Unknown in Senior Living Decisions
Trying to make a senior living decision – such as whether to remain in your home or move to a retirement community – can evoke many feelings and emotions, among them: fear. More specifically,
Tips for Starting the Dementia Conversation and Managing Memory Problems
Discovering that a loved one is or may be experiencing dementia symptoms due to Alzheimer’s disease or another condition can be one of the most challenging and emotional experiences you face. It’s natural to
Why Do Many Retirement Community Residents Say, ‘I Wish I’d Moved Sooner’?
We often discuss older adults’ reasons for delaying a senior living move. Some of the top justifications for putting off such a move include not wanting to deal with downsizing, not feeling “old enough”