Dear Crabby, Who can use Essential Oils?

Dear Crabby, I am new to this essential oil routine. Can anyone use them? Do they really work? If they have been around for thousands of years how come we are just now hearing of their benefits? Sincerely, Need Ann Oilchange Dear Need Ann Oilchange, It is a sad day when people are coming to me about advice for using essential oils! I am a cranky old curmudgeon that is old school when it comes to health care. However, I do have a daughter and a wife that love this stuff and have been … [Read more...]

Oakland County and Walsh College pair-up to help seniors

Registration is now open for Oakland County’s senior residents who want to empower themselves to make sound financial decisions. The Oakland County Senior Advisory Council and Walsh College will host two free financial seminars for seniors and their families in October. Topics will include: how to avoid scams; what are the “must have” legal documents when estate planning; how to determine whether a reverse mortgage is the right choice for an individual; and how to reconcile accounts, hidden fees … [Read more...]

Oakland County Commissioner Beth Nuccio Seeks a Citizen to Serve on the Oakland County Senior Advisory Council

Oakland County Commissioner Beth Nuccio seeks one senior citizen or a resident interested in senior issues to serve on the Oakland County Senior Advisory Council. The Senior Advisory Council focuses on issues specific to senior citizens in Oakland County. The Oakland County Senior Advisory Council’s primary purpose is to advise the County Executive on the needs and services required by the elderly and to point out gaps in the elderly network. The Council meets on the third Monday of each month. … [Read more...]

Dear Crabby, Are there only old people in Florida?

Dear Crabby, It seems like every time I go to Florida, it is packed with old people. Is it just me or is that the impression you get also? Sincerely, Henry Youngfella Dear Mr. Youngfella, I used to think the same thing, but that must be changing now because the last time I went everyone was about my age. I think many things in life are just relevant to your situation. I remember how we had an empty lot next to our home for years and one day a bulldozer came and cleared all our … [Read more...]