As a senior, you have the time to travel and explore the world. You can visit new places and see amazing things. One overlooked area to explore is the country’s National Parks system. The National…
Category: Seniors Helping Seniors® Greater Richmond
6 Benefits of Seniors Volunteering in Schools
Historically, parents were student volunteers. A parent would volunteer to serve on the PTA or would help out in the classroom. It is a way for parents to be more connected to their child’s school….
4 Ways Seniors Can Be Prepared for Disaster
Disasters are reality in this day and age. According to recent data, the number of significant disasters, where at least 10 people were killed, has been rising steadily since the 1970s. For example, Hurricane Katrina…
Resources for Elder Care and Aging
Whether it’s you or a loved one, the aging process is daunting. Where do you turn for help? What legal resources are there? What if someone tries to take advantage of you or a loved…
BIG NEWS from Seniors Helping Seniors
We’ve had a lot going on in the background of Seniors Helping Seniors, and we’re ready to share our big news with you! Drumroll please… We are expanding! Seniors Helping Seniors Chesterfield is changing its…
Tom’s Story
Tom and his wife were in good health and doing well until a stroke changed everything for them. With a loss in Tom’s speech and mobility and no family in the area, his wife faced…
Roberta’s Story
Relationships are at the core of everything we do here at Seniors Helping Seniors. Here’s a story from Roberta, a family member of a gentleman we helped. In her own words: Roberta’s Dad My father,…
Elaine’s Story
Two and a half years ago, Elaine Todd knew that the Chesterfield area would be where she retired so she could be closer to her daughter, son-in-law, and grandchildren. A pleasant change from the small…
Michael’s Story
About Michael Michael Boykin, a native of Chesterfield County, went to school in Midlothian and college at Virginia Commonwealth University. He has worked in news journalism and human services. He joined Seniors Helping Seniors in…