Sarah, 78, a retired sociology professor who was married for 42 years, became a widow a year ago when her husband, Jim, unexpectedly passed away. Their son lives far away and often travels for work. Sarah, who is shy and prefers to be alone, now finds herself struggling with her grief and is overwhelmed with… Read more »
Summer often brings more family visits, vacations, weddings, lunches and gatherings, and with them, a renewed awareness that an aging parent may need a few new outfits or seasonal clothing updates. As a geriatric care manager, I frequently hear versions of the same concern from families: “Mom needs clothes, but every time we buy something,… Read more »
You may not yet know Palm Springs’s Málmal Café. That’s because when you keep company with one of America’s top spas, you sometimes get overlooked. But this nourishing gem is a welcoming neighborhood eatery open to the public daily from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tucked inside The Spa at Séc-he, it has a dedicated… Read more »
Living in the Coachella Valley, our bodies work hard against the heat, dryness and long sunny days. This South Indian recipe was passed down from my grandmother and is a gentle, daily way to replenish what the desert takes out of us. Moringa leaves are among the most nutrient-dense greens on earth, high in calcium,… Read more »
The Miracle Hill Spa Association (MHSA) is proud to announce Wellness Weekend, taking place October 16-18 in the Spa Zone of Desert Hot Springs. The immersive, educational and one-of-a-kind event will take place at 14 member spas, including Miracle Manor, Azure Palm Hot Spring Resort, The Spring and Two Bunch Palms, to name a few. … Read more »
The Shops at Palm Desert is hosting its third annual Wellness Day at The Shops, August 8, from 3–6 p.m. The festive afternoon, dedicated to health, beauty, fitness and living well, presents the opportunity to meet local health and wellness practitioners, learn tips to thrive, try new modalities, take part in activities and win valuable… Read more »
Twenty-five years ago, Women Leaders Forum (WLF) founder Mary T. Roche had a vision: create a forum where women could gather, connect and grow as leaders. She believed empowering women empower women, and that simple, powerful truth has been the north star of this non-profit organization. WLF is where like-minded professional women work together to… Read more »
Planning for a summer vacation? Here are some financial tips to help keep your budget intact. It’s always best to plan early; research where you’d like to go, and then start a savings bucket specifically for that vacation. Ideally, big trips should be well thought out a year in advance. This will allow you to… Read more »