Studies show that Latinos are among those disproportionately affected by the COVID-19 economic shutdown. Yet, there are rights and resources laid off Latinos should know about; New healthcare study found Latinos have had something in particular happen to them…
By Loida Casares LatinaLista We are in the middle of the holiday season. Thanksgiving is behind us and Christmas and New Year’s will be here soon. Many of you will be gathering with your loved ones this season,…
By Judi Bonilla LatinoElders A wise teacher once told me, “The trick to life is to be a gracious giver and a gracious receiver.” Gracious acceptance is an art – an art which most never bother to cultivate. We…
By Judi Bonilla Latino Elders Everybody needs help. Finding that help and asking for it are two main challenges for any caregiver. The following tips are based on insider knowledge from nonprofit organizations and are designed to get you…
By Judi Bonilla Latino Elders Though February is National Senior Independence Month, and we celebrate all the gains that have been made to enable seniors to live on their own longer, the fact remains that many older adults rely…
By Judi Bonilla Latino Elders Several months ago, I had a conversation with a colleague on the perception of Latinos in our country. I listened intently as I heard about the portrayal of Latinos in American culture as takers,…
By Judi Bonilla Latino Elders If you’re a 40-something mujer, employed, and married you may also be a caregiver. You manage your career, children, family and also care for elderly parents and in-laws. It can be a stressful, daily,…
By Wayne Jebian CTLatinoNews.com As Latinos pass the age-65 mark, they face many of the same concerns as the general population — broadly, the loss of independence and the possibility of dementia. However, the ways that Latinos and Caucasians…
