At William Paterson University there is a program that offers a unique volunteer resource to the campus, especially students. This program is called the Students of Life. (SOL) Dorris Ricciardi is a member of this volunteer program. Dorris grew up in the Bronx, of New York. Growing up she always had a job. She would work to be independent and buy things for herself and others. Being in a close family, she learned that family …showed first 75 words of 994 total…

…showed last 75 words of 994 total…is not a bad thing. In fact getting older is a part of everyone's life, it is all about learning how to accept it. If you plan ahead and get information as you go along, the process is much easier. Older adults grow up just like younger adults and that's not such a bad thing. Be happy to grow up...it gives you the chance to laugh, love, learn and look up at the stars.