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As Sonoma County Ages, Family Caregivers Face Hidden Health Toll

Selen Ozturk -
Nearly one in five adult Californians — over 7 million — care for someone with a complex medical condition or disability. 
Health

An Economic and Emotional Marathon: Dementia Caregiving in Today’s America

SweSwe Aye -
According to recent data from AARP, caregiving has transitioned from a temporary family duty into a multi-year "marathon."
Criminal Justice

Justice Denied for Late Grandpa Vicha?

Sunita Sohrabji -
Antoine Watson, convicted by a jury in the fatal attack on Vicha Ratanapakdee, received probation instead of prison time.
Immigration

‘My Nightmares in ICE Detention’ – Cambodian Grandmother Tearfully Tells Her Story

Sunita Sohrabji -
Sithy Yi was held at the Adelanto ICE processing center for nearly two months. She is at great risk for being re-detained though she has lived in the US for 44 years, says her attorney.
Environment

Walking Beside Her Father-in-Law Through Dementia

Nicole Chang -
For Yunjung Lee, walks with her father-in-law, who has dementia, are part of a daily routine of care that offer moments of clarity and connection.
Health

Flu Cases Rise Dramatically as New Virus Strain Emerges

Sunita Sohrabji -
Influenza targets people at both ends of the generational spectrum, including seniors and children.
Immigration

Cambodian Grandmother Faces Imminent Deportation After Four Decades in US

Sunita Sohrabji -
A survivor of child abuse, imprisonment and torture in Cambodia is now facing deportation, 44 years after she fled to the US.
Immigration

Elderly Bakersfield Couple Self Deports After 35 Years in the US

Alfonso Sierra -
Daniel and Alberta Herrera say with Trump's immigration crackdown "fear and insecurity" are all they have left after more than 35 years living in Bakersfield.
Health

The Power of a Click: Digital Literacy Is a Necessary Tool for Healthy Aging

SweSwe Aye -
With digital literacy a necessity for healthy aging, minority and low-income senior communities face a persistent digital divide.
Health

Older Adults Will Face Brunt of Cuts to Medicaid

Sunita Sohrabji -
Seniors stand to lose vision and dental care, home-based services and more with cuts to Medicaid.

Family Caregivers in California Can Tap Into a Wealth of State Resources

Sunita Sohrabji -
National Family Caregivers Month is observed every November to recognize and honor the contributions of family caregivers.
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