Wednesday, 22 July, 2026
Standing before Vietnam Veterans Memorial, my hands trembled slightly as I traced the cold black granite with my fingers. Fifty-one years have passed since the war ended, yet in this silent place, time disappeared. The names carved into the Wall were no longer letters etched in stone—they became faces, voices, […]
In Part 2, HuuTri.org explored some of the most practical—and emotional—issues surrounding Healthcare Directives and Living Wills. We explained the differences between using a combined document versus multiple separate forms, the risks of conflicts between old and updated documents, and what may happen when a patient changes their wishes at […]
“Sometimes, a warm cup of tea is more than just a beverage — it is memory, peace, and shared stories.” Every year on May 21, the world celebrates International Tea Day, officially recognized by the United Nations as a day to honor the cultural, economic, and social significance of tea […]
In the first part of this series, HuuTri.org helped readers understand: What a Healthcare Directive is, how it differs from a Living Will, why each state in the U.S. has different forms, and why this is not merely a legal issue—but also a way to protect your personal wishes and […]
A Simple Guide for Vietnamese Families in California, Texas, Florida, Georgia, Arizona & Oregon Many Vietnamese American families spend years preparing financially for retirement—buying homes, saving money, enrolling in Medicare, purchasing insurance, and caring for children and grandchildren. Yet one of the most important subjects is often postponed because it […]
Light, Healthy, Affordable, and Comforting For many older Vietnamese adults, a warm bowl of chicken pho is more than just a meal—it is comfort, family, and a taste of home. As people enter retirement age, however, eating habits often change. Many seniors need meals that are lighter, lower in fat, […]
Who Pays—And What You Must Understand Throughout this series, we explored three deeply connected questions that many families eventually face—but few are fully prepared to answer: What kind of medical care would you want if you could no longer speak for yourself? Who would make decisions on your behalf? And […]
Who Will Speak for You When You No Longer Can? If a Living Will answers the question, “What do you want?” then a Medical Power of Attorney answers another equally important question: “Who will speak for you?” In reality, many medical decisions cannot be predicted in advance or fully written […]
At some point in life—especially after entering our mid-50s, 60s, and beyond—we begin facing difficult questions: If one day we are no longer mentally capable of expressing our wishes, who will make decisions on our behalf? And what will those decisions be based on? Many older adults in the United […]
Each second Sunday in May, the world slows down a little to say “Thank you, Mom.” We send flowers, write heartfelt notes, book brunches, and post sentimental tributes online. But beyond the chocolates and greeting cards lies a history rooted in grief, peace, and a daughter’s deep devotion to her […]