Overcoming “re-entry anxiety”
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer Q: I have spent the last 15 months leaving home only for the most essential reasons. I occasionally saw close neighbors but always wore a face…
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Getting help with affordable internet
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer Q: My daughter and son-in-law both lost their jobs this past year due to the pandemic. They still haven’t found secure employment and decided it was…
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Finding ways to save on groceries, despite rising cost of food
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer Q: I live in an apartment in a small housing authority development. After paying my essential monthly expenses, I rarely have any money left. My…
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Celebrating Juneteenth
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer This weekend, communities around the country will recognize and celebrate Juneteenth, an important annual holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. Many…
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Dealing with grief after the death of a beloved pet
Joan Hatem-Roy holds her dog, Sadie Q: We recently lost our wonderful dachshund, Gretchen, who died at the age of 12. Our children have moved away, and some of our friends…
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‘Red flags’ for hoarding must be taken seriously
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer Q: I have a casual acquaintance I’ll call Sarah. Together, we go out to dinner or attend social events. When we pick Sarah up, I…
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For caregivers, balance isn’t optional
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer Q: For the past several years, I was the primary caregiver for my elderly parents before they died. Now my husband has become wholly reliant…
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“Forever Fit” TV Series Begins Tomorrow, Friday, July 16
Some days, cooking can seem like a time-consuming hassle and making time for exercise falls victim to our busy schedules. But, if we’re told “you are what you eat” and…
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On ADA anniversary, the impact is all around us
The Americans with Disabilities Act has made a world of difference for millions across our country since it was signed into law in 1990. Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer As…
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When dealing with credit card debt, make it a priority
Joan Hatem-Roy, Chief Executive Officer Question: I owe a sizable amount on several credit cards. This past year, I was hospitalized and had to charge my deductibles and some medications….