It’s almost the holiday season once again. How you perceive the season depends much upon your history with it. Were your childhood holidays joyous and fun-filled? Or are they a reminder of family dysfunction and strife? Do you associate the holidays with loved ones around... Continue
In 2017 the Sonoma Valley Fund published a study called Hidden In Plain Sight, an “in-depth look at our community’s needs and its charitable resources: an integrated view of the demand and supply sides of the Valley’s philanthropy.” The findings were compelling and significant. Katherine... Continue
The last few years have finally seen women in responsible elected positions nationwide, moving toward a number that's more representative of their portion of the population. Nancy Pelosi, at 78, was re-elected Speaker of the House of Representatives and established her place in American history... Continue
Home for the holidays summons within many of us years of happy memories with family and friends and shared home-cooked meals. It summons heartfelt scenes and feelings from our childhood holidays and good times together. Now imagine not having a home. We immediately feel... Continue
I have written about a 90-year-old who consumed the last of her financial savings. I know this wasn't a story that anyone enjoyed reading. As we can't envision a solution, we tend to want to push our thoughts and feelings aside to avoid our discomfort.... Continue
Remember the 2017 Federal tax breaks? The ones that promised to return cash to taxpayers through a trickle-down process, and increase spending by consumers to boost the economy? Well, they’re here. Local Independent Mobility Options (LIMO) was launched eight years ago to address transportation needs... Continue
The image of “being older” and a being “a senior” has never been so relevant as when I finally accepted that I was one. Understand: I’ve been in the senior care industry for the past eight years and have been in my 60s even longer.... Continue