Christopher Duque, Online Security Advisor | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Wisdoms
If you want to make a donation, first go online and research the charity. Check the Better Business Bureau or the Federal Trade Commission for any scams or complaints connected to the organization. Scammers attempt to fool you into thinking they are a legitimate, so before donating, verify that the URL and email address are correct.
Scott Spallina, Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Wisdoms
I was a guest on “Generations Radio,” AM 690, on Nov. 22, 2019 with Lt. John McCarthy of the Financial Crimes Unit of the Honolulu Police Department. The 39-year department veteran is nationally recognized as an expert in financial crimes and elder abuse. On the show, we discussed how scams go undetected because victims don’t recognize the warning signs of abuse. What follows are danger signals that should prompt further investigation…
Stephen B. Yim, Attorney at Law | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Wisdoms
We have been receiving an increased number of phone calls from our clients’ children, notifying us about the imminent death of one of their parents. The children usually call in a panic, asking if anything needs to be done before their parent passes. We do our best to assist them; however, sometimes it is just too late.
Scott A. Makuakane, Counselor at Law, Est8Planning Counsel LLLC | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Wisdoms
The people of Hawai‘i are generous with public charities. On the other hand, most of us do not have money to burn. Here are some good ideas about choosing where and how to give…
Michael W. K. Yee, Financial Advisor and Certified Financial Planner | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Wisdoms
The Federal Reserve, our nation’s central bank, has a fair degree of independence, but it is directly accountable to Congress. Among its primary duties, is to oversee U.S. banking and financial services industries and establish U.S. monetary policy. Here are five ways the Fed impacts us…
Jane Burigsay, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Hawai‘i | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Programs & Services
Social Security is an earned benefit. SS keeps track of your earnings so you can be payed the benefits you’ve earned over your lifetime. This is why reviewing your SS earnings record is so important. You can do much of your business with SS online.
Audrey Suga-Nakagawa, MPH, Asst. Executive Director, Ka¯hala Nui | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Giving Care
Often, families don’t know where to turn when a loved one suddenly needs constant care. Insurance and Medicare plans may cover very few long-term care expenses — or none at all. In the past, nursing homes were the only option for care outside of the family home. However, now there are many home- and community-based services that help support aging in place.
Mapuana Taamu, Resident Care Manager, Kina‘ole Estate, Certified PAC Trainer & Dementia Educator | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Giving Care
There are many types of dementia; Alzheimer’s disease is the most prevalent. Dementia is ultimately brain failure. As the brain changes, a person’s skills and abilities regress. The following are four changes you can expect as dementia progresses…
Amy Rhine, MD, Medical Director, MDX Hawai‘i | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Health
Most people only visit the doctor a few times a year, so it’s important to make the most of your appointment. The more information you share with your physician, the better he or she can take care of you.
Kelika Ishol, Director of Community Relations, ISNR | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Health
We now know that vaping kills. And it can kill faster than tobacco.
Jason Dacumos, Owner, Physical Therapist, Makai Mobile Rehab | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Health
If you have developed a fear of falling as you have aged, you may want to consider using an assistive device . A physical therapist can test and fit you with the proper type — or you may be able to decide what is best for you by reading these tips and recognizing signs:
Jen Angeli, Brain Education Instructor, Kaimuki | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Health
Tai chi is a great way to incorporate strength, movement and breathing, aligning your mind, body and spirit while helping the body heal itself.
Lance Teramoto, DDS | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Health
About 50 to 70 million people in the U.S. are chronic sleep apnea sufferers; more than 85 percent of them are undiagnosed. The Mayo Clinic defines sleep apnea as a potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts. Sleep apnea sufferers may snore loudly and feel tired, even after a full night’s sleep.
Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Health
The majority of patients who come into my office do not realize they lock or hyper-extend their knees while standing or walking. They often do this out of habit or because of weakness. Generally, locking your knees transfers stress from supporting muscles to the knee joint, compressing it. The result is decreased mobility and blood flow and increased friction that can lead to pain or wearing away of the joint.
Kathy K. Sato, Licensed Acupuncturist | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Health
Ancients 3,000 years ago implicitly understood how stimulating acupuncture points with very thin needles could affect both our central and peripheral nervous systems. The central nervous system is made up of our brain and spinal cord, while the peripheral nervous system is the system of nerves outside the brain and spinal cord.
Generations Magazine Staff | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Living Life
The year 2006 was a difficult time for Sandi Yorong and her family. Her father started the year undergoing treatment for low-grade prostate cancer. The mild radiation treatment made him tired, but there were no other complications. By mid-year, however, he began experiencing upper back pain. In November, he was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer.
Cortney Gusick, Founder of Pāhiki Eco-Caskets | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Living Life
Each year in Hawai‘i, we bury an average of 3,400 imported caskets constructed from non-biodegradable materials such as metal, polyester, lacquer, caustic glue, rubber and formaldehyde. We additionally inter hundreds of gallons of hyper-toxic embalming fluid. These are materials we would never bury on any other day of the year in our backyards. So how have we arrived at a place where our lifestyle choices for the environment look markedly different from our end-of-life choices?
Dan & Julie Ihara, (RA), The Ihara Team — The Complete Solution™ of Keller Williams Honolulu | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Living Life
One of the biggest decisions we face as we age is what to do with our most valuable asset — our real estate. Our home is a precious place of comfort… well, most of the time. But perhaps a flight of stairs is becoming a struggle to climb. Maybe the house is now just too big to maintain. Where to go when it’s time to downsize is a question select real estate professionals can answer.
Jenn Chan, Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)® and Caregiving Consultant | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Living Life
Family caregivers give love and should receive love, too. A greeting card that acknowledges family caregivers for their important role, recognizes their devotion, honors their work, expresses gratitude and celebrates caregiving can go a long way to shine a bright light on a deserving longtime or new caregiver.
Nont Panayanggool, Owner, Me Myself ’n Thai Restaurant and Meal Plan | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Living Life
Today, innovation is changing our way of life for the better. Technology evolves to eliminate painstaking tasks and make our lives easier. Improving methods also applies to the food business, where the combination of technology and innovation enables hungry islanders to obtain their favorite meals from local restaurants with delivery to their doorsteps within minutes of ordering. We can choose snacks, meal plates or fine dining from the comfort of our home using our smartphone or laptop.
Katherine Kama‘ema‘e Smith | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Living Life
This satisfyingly sweet and moist cake makes up in 10 minutes and a small piece turns morning coffee or afternoon tea into a special occasion. At my home, the women sat down for tea before starting to cook the evening meal or when “the people” came to visit. Funny how a sweet treat triggers fond memories.
Ann Ahlbrecht, Volunteer, Maui Plein Air Painting Invitational | Dec 7, 2019 | Column, Dec 2019 - Jan 2020
I am a retired preschool teacher from Bemidji, Minnesota, and I live in Kā‘anapali, Maui, all winter. I am an active volunteer in both communities and my huge appetite for travel has taken me to many of the world’s countries. My method of solo travel affords me opportunities to explore each destination and its culture at my leisure. Often that means viewing and appreciating its art.
Carleen MacKay | Dec 7, 2019 | Column, Dec 2019 - Jan 2020
In my 2005 book Boom or Bust, I made the case that if you are prepared, it is never too late to do the work you are meant to do throughout the bonus years of your lengthening life. But if you’re not prepared, watch out for the storm clouds ahead.
Generations Magazine Staff | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Senior News
Hawai‘i is generally a retirement-friendly state. Taxation of retirement income is relatively benign. Our warm climate and surrounding ocean allow ample opportunities for year-round outdoor exercise and connecting with nature. Our culture is generally inclusive and promotes venues for social interaction. All of these factors form a foundation for a thriving senior population that can enjoy fulfillment and longevity. The key is recognizing the treasure trove and taking full advantage of it.
Sherry Goya, Generations Magazine Staff | Dec 7, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Senior News
To better serve Hawai‘i’s senior community, Generations Magazine held a networking event for its partners on Sept. 17 at 15 Craigside, where a delicious breakfast was provided, thanks to Kind2Kūpuna and Margaret Wong of Copeland Insurance Group. Generations Magazine partners met, greeted and learned about each other, making contacts with those who support and serve kūpuna and their families.
Katherine Kama‘ema‘e Smith | Dec 5, 2019 | Cover Story, Dec 2019 - Jan 2020
We know how food gets distributed at the market to people who can afford to buy it. For those who can’t, every day, a network of Hawai‘i nonprofits work together to collect food donations and deliver them to the hungry. They serve seniors on a fixed income, low-income families, disabled persons and homeless persons who may not be getting enough food to sustain health or the energy to work.
Generations Magazine Staff | Dec 5, 2019 | Dec 2019 - Jan 2020, Issue
The October-November 2019 Issue features Anona and Joseph “Nappy” Napoleon and their love of the sea, “Kō ā Moana: Those of the Ocean.” Youʻll also see stories about our long journey on Earth, a local prostate cancer support group, how to handle your aging parentsʻ finances and much, much more.