I love to take care of people to listen to people, says Carlini, gazing around her home from her wheelchair. I never thought I would be in this position. After dealing with severe leg problems and pain for five years and undergoing four failed surgeries to try and correct the situation Carlini had her left leg amputated in late 2024. The pain was gone, she remarks from the home she shares with two dogs, two birds and son Matteo.
Get into the holiday spirit at Kimochi Silver Bells, a festive community arts and crafts fair featuring more than 70 local vendors offering Asian themed and Asian inspired gifts, jewelry, art, and treats. Discover one-of-a-kind holiday finds, enjoy delicious food, and support seniors throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Every purchase helps fund Kimochi's programs and services for older adults in our community.
Still, seniors would likely encounter disruptions. While Social Security checks would continue, services at the Social Security Administration (SSA) such as issuing new cards, processing benefit applications and handling overpayment cases would be limited or halted. Medicare, Medicaid, and disability beneficiaries would continue to receive benefits, but a shutdown can cause administrative delays and longer call wait times for certain services.
"I have wanted to bring my dog to a blessing of the animals his entire life. I told him, 'I know you guys do a pantry for people here, but would you be interested in doing one about dogs, but for seniors?'"
