Heart of Care: Emma With her adorable granddaughter by her side, a bag full of cards, and a full heart, Emma entered the room. Originally from Quebec, Canada, Emma came to the United States after marrying an American and settling here with her family. Today, she is the proud grandmother of two, the youngest, Abigail, […]
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ABC Answers Asking for Help
Why Is It So Hard to Ask for Help as We Age? What Is Aging, Really? To me, aging is a privilege—one denied to many—and not something I’m willing to take for granted. And yet, as we age, we often wrestle with the very changes that come with it. Take the classic misplaced […]
Dorothy Heart of Care
Wrapped in Gratitude: Dorothy Dorothy’s voice is an instant stress relief—soft, calm, and enveloping, the kind of sound that gently wraps around you like a warm, cozy blanket. Within moments of meeting her, you feel peace, gratitude, and a quiet kind of joy that lingers long after the conversation ends. The very first thing Dorothy […]
ABC Answers Aging Safely in Place
What steps can I take to make sure my home is safer and easier to live in as I age? For most older adults, aging in place—staying in the comfort of home—is the goal. But as we grow older, our homes don’t always keep up with our changing needs. A few thoughtful adjustments can […]
Caterina Heart of Care
Caterina – Heart of Care A neatly swept front step. A welcoming garden tucked in for winter — plants wrapped and tended to. The soft hum of a bustling kitchen that has never really stopped being used. Homemade cookies arranged on a plate, all of it gave way to Caterina Pannesse’s well-loved home of sixty-two […]
ABC Answers Aging
How can I tell the difference between normal forgetfulness and signs of Dementia? “Losing your keys is one thing — forgetting what the keys are for is a different story.” — Clare P., ABC Nurse A little forgetfulness can be a normal part of aging and usually doesn’t get in the way of daily […]