by Kevin Banet | May 25, 2022 | Senior stories
The air was tense as Claudia stared at the open doorway through which a visitor had just walked. “She has the nerve to put that kind of pressure on us,” Claudia whispered to her co-worker Rebecca as she craned her neck, making sure that the woman was gone. “They do...
by Kevin Banet | Sep 20, 2021 | Senior stories
The story still haunts me. A sorrowful adult daughter of an aging mother related her real-life, sad story, of her struggle with her elderly mom’s constant needs. The daughter had to frequently take her of her mother’s needs while taking care of her own family. The...
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 This is where you will find outdated...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....
