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 This is where you will find outdated...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....
by Kevin Banet | Dec 26, 2020 | Senior stories
I had never known anyone with Alzheimer’s Disease until I talked with my friend Jerry. We had known each other for years, through volunteer work. He was old enough to be my father. We got along well. I was just touching base with him after not seeing him for a...
