QUESTION: I read your column and have a question about an item that appears under HAPPENINGS. Can you provide more information about the “AARP Smart Driver Course?” ANSWER: I certainly can. The AARP Smart Driver Course teaches driving strategies that help keep senior drivers safe. You might call it “Driver’s Ed for Grownups.” [...]
QUESTION: I am in the process of looking for a new doctor. Any suggestions on how I should do my research? ANSWER: There are many things to consider when selecting a new doctor. The first step is for you to make a list of what is important to you in this new relationship. [...]
QUESTION: I am a senior with time on my hands and a thirst for learning. I am looking for an activity where I am among others in my age group interested in learning about a variety of subjects. Is there such a program available? ANSWER: You have just described the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute [...]
QUESTION: Crime seems to be all we hear or read about. Any suggestions on steps to take to help with personal safety? ANSWER: Personal safety is something everyone should practice. There are steps we can take at home and when we are out and about that will help us avoid being a victim. [...]
QUESTION: In the past the Goebel Center has offered two Sunday afternoon events – the History Comes Alive Series and the Music Comes Alive Series. Do you know if these programs will be offered this coming season? ANSWER: Yes, both of these very popular programs will be available for the 2018-2019 calendar. History [...]
QUESTION: Recently I was involved in a discussion about having friends. The group was divided on how important friends are to us. Do you have any thoughts? ANSWER: We all meet and know many people during our lifetime – some are friends and some are acquaintances. Both have a place in our lives. [...]
QUESTION: I am a fairly healthy senior and hope to stay that way. What do you think seniors should concentrate on to remain healthy? ANSWER: I read a lot about keeping healthy and attend seminars about health and from what I have read and heard, I would say the advice given is to [...]
QUESTION: I work for a service company and part of my duties includes retrieving telephone messages from our answering machine. I am amazed at how many messages I can’t retrieve or process due to the way the message is left. Could you address this problem? ANSWER: I would be glad to address this situation [...]
QUESTION: I am concerned about falling. Do you have any thoughts about steps that can be taken to decrease one’s chances of having a fall? ANSWER: Falls can happen both inside and outside of your home. They can happen during the day and at night and the weather can be clear or stormy. [...]
QUESTION: I am a senior and have never given much thought about elder abuse. However, I am now hearing more about it. What is considered elder abuse and what steps can be taken to help prevent it? ANSWER: Elder abuse wears many faces. It can be actual physical abuse, emotional or psychological. It can [...]
