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Marjorie Lauderdale, an 80-year-old caregiver in Palm Springs, faces a daunting task caring for her 77-year-old wife, Deidre, who suffered multiple strokes. The Inland Empire region, facing a growing aging population, is working to address the needs of seniors, including transportation and caregiving support.
For many young people, peer support can be the first step to accessing effective mental health care.
Suspensions jump as teachers increasingly use discipline to deal with students’ mental health and behavioral issues.
Teen vaping is rising in Sacramento schools, driven by peer pressure and flavored products.
These practices focus on community building and dialogue as alternatives to traditional models of criminal justice and law enforcement. Part Two of a three-part Special Report.
As they cultivate gardens, seniors in Sacramento find a renewed sense of purpose. Sharon Chandler is one such senior who introduces the love of gardening to residents of the Delta Cove senior apartment complex in South Sacramento. The initiative fosters social interaction, encourages healthier eating habits and induces gardeners to incorporate home-grown produce into their diets.
The closure of El Centro's maternity ward strains Imperial County's lone hospital, forcing many to seek care far away, highlighting rural healthcare challenges and urgent need for more resources.
A survey of local at-risk youths finds that some feel villainized rather than supported. Part one of a three-part series.
Sevety-four-year-old Cha Seung-pyo volunteers at the LA Korean Community Center everyday from 9a.m. to 3 p.m. On average, he assists 20 individuals daily with their various needs. Volunteering has given Cha a sense of purpose and helps stave off loneliness and isolation.
