Monterey, CA Feeling Depressed? Try A Senior Geropsychologist

A senior woman sitting and looking out from the window

If you are feeling down and depressed, you should see a counselor and, in particular, one that specializes in treating seniors.  Called a Geropsychologist, this specialty first arose in 2010, according to the American Psychological Association.  There are few of them around, unfortunately, with only 3% of licensed psychologists cite this as their primary or secondary specialty.  The nearest one is in Santa Cruz, Lily Rich, although she does do both in-home visits and video calls.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/elderly-persons-disorders/california/246342?sid=6002314487532&ref=10&tr=ResultsProfileBtn

Centenarian Kane Tanaka Turns 118 On Saturday

The world’s oldest person, Kane Tanaka, will turn 118 on Saturday.  She was born on January 2, 1903 and lives in a nursing home in Japan.  She wakes up at 6:00 a.m. and plays board games to keep busy.  She says that her key to longevity is eating good food and practicing math.

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/oldest-person-world-turns-117-180973930/