Tag: aging in place
Aging in Place June 2026
When my mother was in her 80’s and we were both widowed, we made the big decision to leave our longtime homes and friends...
Aging in Place May 2026
As you’ve probably figured out, I’m always on the lookout for helpful resources for seniors. Recently, I came across one I hadn’t heard of...
Aging in Place April 2026
The Tualatin Senior Resource Fair was a hub of activity, filled with knowledgeable vendors and engaged attendees. When Susan Noack first invited me to...
Aging in Place: Connection Matters
Some folks, like my fellow columnist Susan Noack, are deeply woven into the fabric of the community. Susan leads the Aging Task Force and...
Aging in Place February 2026
My mother has been on her own since we lost Dad in 2010. With admiration, I’ve watched her navigate her senior years with wisdom...
Aging in Place: JOY
Why is there a title to this last column of 2025? Typically, over the 8 years of writing this column, the last one of...
Aging in Place November 2025
Fall is definitely here. The rain has come, daylight savings has ended, the gorgeous, colorful fall foliage has turned to fallen leaves and twigs...
Aging in Place: Senior Savings!
October is the scariest month with witches and goblins and ghosts, but that’s not the only thing that’s scary. Rising prices for just about...
Aging in Place: Asking for Help
A friend from the Tualatin Coffee and Conversation group at the Juanita Pohl Center mentioned that she had recently gone to a doctor’s appointment...
Aging in Place | Legacy Binder
At almost 94, my mom is a vibrant, interesting, well-prepared lady. Her whole life, she has been proactive–always thinking ahead and heading off problems...
















