Edith experiences good and bad days as she shows moderate signs of dementia. Today, her words are just a jumble of sounds that seem to mock her. “Mom, what are you trying to say?” her daughter Lily asked. But the more Edith tried, the less Lily understood, and all Edith could do was scream in […]
May is Older Californians Month. This year’s theme is “Flip the Script on Aging.” It focuses on “transforming how society perceives, talks about, and approaches aging. It encourages individuals and communities to challenge stereotypes and dispel misconceptions” (ACL, 2025). The Growing Impact of an Aging Population According to the Administration for Community Living (ACL), approximately […]


