Archive By Author - Michelle Sathe
Help for the homebound
For years, Helen Silver attended the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center. It was convenient to her home in Castaic and she enjoyed the classes, camaraderie and travel. "It was my whole social life," Silver said. After almost a quarter century in Castaic, Silver and her husband moved to Thousand Oaks. Shortly thereafter, Sidney Silver died, leaving Helen Silver alone in a senior living apartment complex. "I'm only out of my house one or two days ...
Time behind the boxing bell
Ding. Ding. It's a sound familiar to any boxing fan. For Michael North, of Canyon Country, it's a livelihood of sorts, a way to stay close to the sport he loves so much. North, a professional timekeeper for the California State Athletic Commission and secretary for the California Boxing Officials Association, is the man behind the bell at many of the state's amateur fights. "I like the fact that I get the best seat in ...
Many gifts of Single Mothers Outreach
Hurricane Katrina took more than Lanette Hights' home; it broke up her marriage. Divorced and devastated, Hights moved west with her children Ayah, 10, and Tristan, 4, seeking a new start, often staying with family and friends.
Feeding a faraway flock
Though they're thousands of miles away, the residents of the village of Kabetemere in Uganda are always on the minds of St. Clare's Mission Circle #274.
Hounds need homes fast
Over the last decade, Dawn Smith of Basset Rescue Network at Daphneyland has rescued thousands of basset hounds.
A prevalence of prediabetes
It started with excessive thirst, followed by a sudden drop in energy and weight. Bala Balakumar, of Canyon Country, knew the signs all too well, coming from a family with diabetes.
‘Issues in Aging’ series scheduled
With the baby boomer generation hitting its senior stride, addressing issues such as finances, legal affairs and medical directives becomes of paramount importance.
Tapping into transportation
Otto Werner, of Valencia, depends on mass transit. At 90, he uses the city of Santa Clarita bus system to go to doctor appointments and grocery shopping.
Class makes canine citizens
They move in unison, a tan pack of wagging tails and smiling faces. "Forward. About turn. Left turn. Halt. Sit." The commands come quick, and the dogs respond appropriately, much to the delight of their owners, who gather in Central Park in Saugus each Thursday morning. The four canine classmates - Jack, Norman, Kara and Red - are training for American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen certification. Started in 1989, the Canine Good Citizen Program ...
Device knows where the dog goes
Pets may not be able to speak, but thanks to a new collar on the market, they can alert owners when they get lost.
Michelle Sathe: My week taking care of Lois
According to the National Alliance for Caregiving, more than 65 million people in America provide care for a chronically ill, disabled or aged family member or friend during any given year. Most average 20 hours a week or more.
How to do Halloween safely
Halloween might be the most fun holiday of the year, but it can also be the most dangerous. Between trick-or-treating, complicated costumes and fire hazards, it's always important to think safety first.
Navigating breast cancer
Breast cancer can strike any woman, but seniors are particularly prone. According to the American Cancer Society, 1 in 8 women is likely to develop breast cancer in her lifetime, and risk increases with age; about 2 of 3 invasive breast cancers are found in women age 55 or older. That's why early detection is key and, after a diagnosis, knowing the available treatment options and resources is crucial. Mindy Burgess, a breast health navigator ...
Lost in Kostko finds its groove
Take a little jazz, add a bit of Blink 182, a dash of Green Day and a helping of harmony, and you get Lost in Kostko, a four-member Valencia teen band that's starting to make a splash in the music industry. Composed of: guitarist and vocalist Tyler Posey, 19; guitarist and vocalist Freddy Ramirez, 19; bassist Jeremy Bauer, 17; and drummer Alex Gertsch, 18; Lost in Kostko is playing in support of its self-titled EP ...
Bow-Wows & Meows Pet Fair
Seeking free family fun or looking for that perfect pet? The 11th annual Bow-Wows & Meows Pet Fair will feature an exciting lineup of entertainment, pet-related vendors, and adoptable dogs and cats from Los Angeles County shelters at Newhall's William S. Hart Park on Sunday. The festivities kick off at 11 a.m. with a delicious array of food, including vegetarian options, demonstrations from Ventura County Sheriff K-9 Search and Rescue and an educational seminar on ...
Articles By Author - Michelle Sathe
Looking for love in all the right places
Maverick has spent several months at Advanced Care Animal Care Center in Canyon Country, but the senior cat is far from sick. He's looking for a new home and veterinarian/owner Amanda Gillen felt her office was a good place to start.
Spring allergies and your pets
Blooming flowers and blossoming plants signal the start of spring across the Santa Clarita Valley. The season has been known to trigger environmental allergies not just in people, but for their pets, as well.
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