QUESTION: I recently met with a group of retired friends and we all spoke about having time on our hands. Someone suggested volunteering. Do you have any suggestions? ANSWER: Your question is not only a good one but also very timely as April is “Volunteer Appreciation Month.” Volunteering is a wonderful way to [...]
QUESTION: I am interested in taking a Tai Chi class. Can you tell me where I can get information about where and when these classes are offered? ANSWER: Tai Chi classes are very popular and offered at most senior centers. Since you didn’t say what city you lived in I checked with several [...]
QUESTION: Each spring the Goebel Center has had a Community Garage Sale. Do you know when it is scheduled for this year? ANSWER: You can mark your calendar for Sunday April 8th. As usual it will be from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Goebel Adult Community Center, 1385 E. Janss Road in [...]
QUESTION: I am about to retire and have mixed emotions about it. While I hope to enjoy some free time I’m concerned about missing intellectual stimulation and social interaction that you have while working. Do you have any suggestions for filling this gap? ANSWER: As we enter new phases in our lives there will [...]
QUESTION: I have never been one to exercise but I know that I should. I’ve attempted several times but always find some excuse to postpone it. Any suggestions on how I might get myself in the habit.” ANSWER: There are many reasons why some people find exercise a chore while others find it fun. [...]
QUESTION: I have never been one to exercise, but I know I should. I’ve attempted several times but always find some excuse to postpone it. Any suggestions on how I might get myself "in the habit?” ANSWER: There are many reasons why some people find exercise a chore while others find it fun. As we [...]
QUESTION: I am a believer in sharing and give to a number of charities. However, lately I am beginning to question how much of the donation, if any, is actually going to those that the charity claims they are helping. Any suggestions? ANSWER: My first thought is give to a charity that you are [...]
QUESTION: If I remember correctly about this time of year there has been a program recognizing those who serve as family caregivers. Do you know if such a program is on the schedule for this year? ANSWER: Yes it is. On Friday March 2nd Senior Concerns will host “Caregivers Matter . . . Conejo [...]
QUESTION: I have heard much said about probate and avoiding it if possible. I am not exactly sure what happens during probate. Can you enlighten me? ANSWER: Probate is a court procedure which starts with determining the validity of a will presented to the court and ends with the distribution of assets to the [...]
QUESTION: For a number of years I have attended a seminar series offered by Senior Concerns. Do you know if that series will be offered again this year? ANSWER: Yes the series for 2018 will again be titled “Path to Positive Aging”. The series started on January 9th with “Navigating Placement Choices.” The [...]
