By Barbara Goll, Community Liaison Educator and Nutritionist Loneliness affects more than 42 million older Americans according to the American Psychological Association. While living alone does not inevitably lead to
By Lewis E. Silverman My father-in-law died three years ago in June. The final weeks leading up to his passing were particularly challenging in terms of providing for his needs.
Julia Marburger was always the woman whose home was open to everyone. “She raised five boys on her own, which is amazing,” says her daughter-in-law, Sharon Marburger. “Her home became
Among his countless accomplishments, Bob Poiesz of Mechanicsburg was a proud father and husband with a quick wit and contagious sense of humor. His belief in living each moment to its fullest created an atmosphere of love, laughter and hope
Care and compassion are central to families. Family members help nurse one another during times of illness, knowing the situation is temporary and their loved one will soon be “back on his/her feet.” For families caring for a loved one
Art had long been a part of Shelly Lipscomb’s life, but for a few years, it took a backseat to career and family. Then, on maternity leave with her second child, her preschool-aged daughter wanted to play with watercolors. “Why
Renee Ramper told her husband, Steve, that she didn’t need anything for Christmas. Their old plans to design an engagement ring had been scuttled back when they learned that she was pregnant. At that point, their wedding and the birth