For Martha Felix, 84, the Santa Elizabeth church in the San Fernando valley offers sanctuary and community.
As Latino immigrants age, those without families face loneliness and those with families worry about being a burden and hesitate to ask for help. Psychotherapist Gabriel Romero explains that "we feel pleasure in helping others, but we also limit those who want to help us."
Family caregivers like Camilla Bradford face aging-related challenges while caring for loved ones. Despite physical and emotional strain, their dedication highlights resilience and the need for stronger support systems.
Cambodian genocide survivors face PTSD, nightmares, and trauma, worsened by limited culturally responsive care. It was after Santa Clara County hired Cambodian genocide survivor Bophal Phen that culturally responsive care and practices were implemented to aid trauma healing.
Genocide survivor Robert Chau and his daughter share healing stories on their podcast, preserving Khmer Rouge survivor narratives and fostering intergenerational healing.
Zongjin Wu, 76, dedicates himself to caring for his wife Alice, who has advanced Alzheimer’s, despite financial strain and physical challenges, reflecting deep love and cultural values of filial piety.
Despite Medi-Cal expansion to allow all immigrants, regardless of immigration status, to qualify for health care coverage, some undocumented Koreans are leery of signing up and those who do face long wait times.
Tony Francis (97) argues that the “powers that be” don’t pay enough attention to the health needs of Black seniors. He and his three nonagenarian siblings credit their longevity to close family ties.
Angela Khang's father’s disappearance highlights stigma, misconceptions, and cultural barriers around dementia in Chinese communities, delaying diagnosis, care, and support access.
Santa Clara County addresses food insecurity among Asian seniors with culturally tailored meals, boosting health and community through programs like Yu-Ai Kai, India Community Center, and vendor partnerships like Moonstar.