by Kevin Banet | May 31, 2021 | Senior stories
I met him next to the banana display at Walmart. He had driven his motorized wheelchair to the produce department, his veteran’s hat clearly visible. “Where is Pine Island?” I asked, looking at his clean-looking cap, which bore the words...
by Kevin Banet | Apr 22, 2021 | Senior services, Senior stories
Are you one of those people who worries about space junk? There is another problem of unwanted stuff, and it’s not up in space. It’s the pushed-aside and forgotten detritus of our lives in our basements, garages and empty bedrooms. This is where you will find outdated...
by Kevin Banet | Apr 22, 2021 | Senior services, Senior stories
Imagine a woman in her late 70’s who dons a sweater, another wrap and then a shawl. “Mom, you can’t wear all that – it’s 80 degrees outside!” her daughter complains as she steps into the room. “I can do this myself,” the mother protests sternly. “No you can’t....
by Kevin Banet | Feb 19, 2021 | Senior services, Uncategorized
As a teenager, Anastazja Varan found herself being asked for her help from her friends with relationships and the everyday struggles of life. That’s no surprise since from a young age she read mental wellness books and became fascinated with understanding others and...
by Kevin Banet | Feb 12, 2021 | Senior services
Many people would agree that the best hospitals in the world are in Chicago. But that doesn’t mean choosing health insurance is easy. Ask Lori Lewis, an independent insurance agent in the Chicago area who was inspired to take on the role of health insurance expert...
