Best Wishes--Edith and Henry

Tough decisions are faced when Edith can no longer drive and Henry experiences a health crisis.  Viewers look at the impact of decisions on all family members and explore different approaches to resolving concerns.

260 Primrose Lane

Through the lives of Ethyl, Clair, Sara, and Norman, viewers learn about the impact a change in living arrangements can have on an older person.  Discussion focuses on living arrangement options and factors to consider in making housing choices.

The Second Story

Following the death of his wife, William Sanders, 70, tried to "be strong" and did not talk about his feelings.  Six months later, when he experiences additional losses, his pent-up grief explodes.  Through Bill's story, viewers learn about the grief process, the impact multiple losses can have on an older person, and ways to support the bereaved.

The Dollmaker

The caregiver's health is at stake when Alyce provides 24-hour care for Ernie and refuses help and respite.  Alyce becomes isolated and loses her health, relationships, and interest in life.  Guidelines are suggested for making caregiving decisions and reducing stress for the caregiver.

Due Upon Receipt

Addresses the financial concerns of the elderly by looking at three families.  Through Isabel, viewers learn about problems low-income elderly face and the resources available to them.  Carlos has duplicate health insurance coverage and is a prime target for sales agents.  Eventually, Carlos' children must get a conservatorship and face nursing home costs.  Fred and Maggie have a sizeable estate.  When Fred dies, Maggie knows nothing about their finances.  Guidelines are presented for making financial decisions.

The Final Course

Mrs. Murphy, 72, took great pride in her roles as wife and mother and her ability to make elegant desserts.  When a mild stroke limits the use of her left arm, she is devastated and becomes depressed.  Viewers learn how to recognize and respond to the depressed person and how to prevent potential suicide.

Winter Comforts

After her retirement, Phyllis' one glass of wine a day extends to several glasses to "drive away the loneliness."  Her behavior changes.  She becomes forgetful, develops unexplained bruises, and calls her children at odd hours.  Eventually her family recognizes that Phyllis has an alcohol problem and intervenes.  Through Phyllis' story, viewers learn about alcohol abuse in later life, the signs of an alcohol problem, available helping resources, and how to intervene.

Dilemmas & Decisions

An interactive board game about issues that call for decision-making.

Who Gets Grandma's Yellow Pie Plate?

An interactive program about transfer of non-titled property.

Walking in Old Moccasins

This program offers experiences that simulate age-related changes in eye sight, hearing, and other senses.