by Hélène | May 17, 2016 | Next Act for Women
Lisa completed both a college degree and a graduate degree in Counseling Psychology in midlife. With her father’s passing, and his inspiration, she chose to use her gifts to launch a nonprofit helping the unsung heroes who care for the ill and the elderly. Tell us a...
by Hélène | Apr 25, 2016 | Next Act for Women
The realization that her and her friends’ daughters were not having children of their own prompted Debbie to delve deeper into the subject, eventually publishing UnPregnant Pause, based on dozens of interviews with health professionals and parents alike. Tell us a...
by Hélène | Mar 21, 2016 | Next Act for Women
Adopted by a white family as a black child, Catana struggled with issues of racial identity. With her late husband actor Fred Tully’s encouragement, she wrote a memoir about her experience, in the hopes it will help other multi-racial adoptive families. Tell us about...
by Hélène | Mar 14, 2016 | Next Act for Women
When both her parents were diagnosed with dementia, Vicki was thrust into a caregiving role and coped with the ups and downs of the disease by writing a journal. She would end up turning that into a memoir and speaking out to raise awareness of dementia. Tell us a...
by Hélène | Jan 14, 2016 | Next Act for Women
After establishing movement and music classes for preschoolers, Cara wanted to make a greater impact. She now works with mothers and fathers who want to become the best parents they can be, thereby transforming their family lives. Tell us a little about your...