“Do you have a minute?” Shirley asked after receiving a brown bag lunch delivered to her door. After a pause, she continued, “I am almost out of food. Do you want to come in to see my pantry and refrigerator so I can show you?” We graciously declined her offer. She...
California’s Stay at Home order has been an inconvenience for people across the state, whether young or old. For students, parents and teachers, adjusting to online learning is a new experiment. Employees forced to work remotely in a small apartment shared with small...
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif. – Tom Kulinski is far too humble a man to see himself as a hero. He just loves his job – a job that’s never been quite as important as it is during this time of crisis. As a maintenance supervisor for National Community Renaissance (National...
Volunteers step up, build community The holiday season is upon us and the festivities have begun. Often hidden beneath the glow of Christmas lights and bustling shopping centers are organizations and volunteers stepping up to help those less fortunate in our...
Several recent studies are shedding light on the state of retirement for those who are nearing their post-working years. Today in America, everyday an average of 10,000 individuals are turning 65. And by 2030, the 50-and-over cohort is projected to expand by 20%,...
In May we were honored to mark Older Americans Month – a time to celebrate seniors and the rich contributions they have made to our nation, communities, businesses, and families during their lives. But year-round, we should take time to consider how we can build into...