Sherrie Dulworth, Journalist & Author

“Either write something worth reading or do things worth the writing.” ~ Benjamin Franklin

When I first heard this famous quote years ago, the words to “write something worth reading“ struck me as sage advice.

Whether it’s through hyperlocal coverage, national news, magazine features, or books, I believe that writing has the power to transform both the reader and the writer.

I report and write about the experiences of real people through the backdrop of medicine and healthcare, literature and literacy, careers, local news, and human-interest slice-of-life news. You can check out these stories by category in the dropdown menu on the Portfolio page or click on a featured image of recent publications on the sliding carousel below to link a story.

What is a good death?

Just as birth doulas coach, comfort, and offer companionship to the expectant mother, death doulas do the same for the dying and their loved ones at the opposite end of life’s journey. They also help caregivers cope with witnessing and tending to the dying process, and they help prepare caregivers and the dying mentally and emotionally for the end. They also fill a critical gap in end-of-life care.

The Bargain

Whenever my dad left our house for any reason other than for work, we never knew what he would bring home: a wood lathe, antique clocks, a live goat, colorful fishing tackle, a gigantic victrola horn—those are among the cornucopia that I recall from my childhood. On occasion, he would return with something truly spectacular like a running Model T Ford.

Why was it so hard to bear witness to my father’s final days?

In this Boston Globe essay, I explore how the seemingly simple act of being present, of bearing witness in the face of impending death may be the most meaningful — and most difficult — thing we can do.

Kindling Connections

In “The Lost Art of Connecting,” Susan McPherson, a superior “people connector” and CEO of McPherson Strategies, offers sage advice to help us avoid the “out of sight, out of mind” pitfall.

How to Make the Choice to Change Careers

Making a career change is a BIG decision. Making a major career pivot is an even bigger one. You can read my AARP story with insights from career professionals and a couple of people who made a successful transition.

Healing Harmonies

How Music Therapy Helps Children Heal at Westchester’s Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital History and culture are filled with stories about the soothing power of music. In Greek mythology, Orpheus calmed the seas with his lyre. In a biblical account, David played the harp to ease King Saul’s troubled mind. Today, music therapy is used to…

A Vital Community Ally

A local HIV treatment and prevention clinic combats both old myths and new complacency to drive down a persistent infection rate.

Were the Underhills of Yorktown Unrecognized Abolitionists?

Is there new light on old history in Yorktown?  This story includes original genealogical research of Yorktown’s Underhill family and their connections to abolitionists and possible involvement in the Underground Railroad.

Shall We Dance? (Re)discovering the art of ballroom dancing, one step at a time

Ballroom dance styles are centuries old, considered both an art and a sport, have been denounced by the Vatican, and can be elegant and graceful as well as sexy and steamy. Discover why ballroom is a passion for people of all ages and why no one truly has two left feet.

Socioeconomic Class Discussions into the Workplace: Five Questions for Author CJ Gross

“As I describe in the book, 97 percent of people from working-class backgrounds believe that their background affects their work experience, yet this is a subject that most consultants aren’t talking about.”