By: Craig Alford Surprise! Congratulations! Those are two amazing words that pack so much meaning into them. I’ve never been too big on celebrating my birthday, and I’m definitely not good with surprises. I do, however, love to celebrate others and surprise them. “Surprise” for a birthday party or maybe a hearty “congrats” on an …
By: Carol Timms Happy Father’s Day to all our male role-models. Fathers have a tremendous impact on a child’s overall healthy development. Having a father or significant male role-model results in a more confident and socially comfortable young adult. There are all types of fathers. I was lucky enough to have George. He was adventurous, …
By: Tanya Hamel June marks the beginning of summer. The days are growing longer, the spring cleaning has been completed and the kids will be out of school very soon. Many of us start feeling the urge to answer the call of the wild and get outside! With that being said, it makes perfect sense …
Oh, pets! Many have or have had a pet. They’re like caring for another human. Aren’t they the best … sometimes? The impact of pets on our health is astounding. Talk about paw therapy. Growing up, I had many animals – from farm animals like goats to house animals like dogs. No matter where we …
As May blooms into full splendor, it’s time for a heartfelt nod to those who play pivotal roles in our lives – whether as moms, mother figures or even those navigating life without them. Yes, let’s raise a toast to the caregivers, the unconventional heroes who sprinkle love and wisdom into our days like confetti. …
May is more than just blooming flowers and sunny days; it’s also Older Adults Month – a time to honor the wisdom, experiences and joy that our active and vibrant retirees bring to our lives. In the spirit of Older Adults Month, we’re not just celebrating; we’re actively supporting the well-being of our dynamic retirees. …
By: Olga Hernandez Recently, I’ve been on a nostalgia trip, flipping through the dusty pages of old photo albums filled with questionable fashion choices and hairstyles that could only be justified by the era. Yes, my siblings and I proudly declare ourselves as bona fide ‘80-‘90s kids, raised in a world where landlines were a …
(Pictured: Left, Terra Mullins – Community Outreach Director. Right, Lora Felger – Community Outreach/Medicare adviser) By Lora Felger The job title “community outreach” really isn’t something that immediately tells you what that person actually does. If I say I’m a truck driver, that is self-explanatory. A nurse is a profession universally understood as well. But …
March has rolled in, and you know what that means – it’s Caffeine Awareness Month! Time to put down the coffee cup for a moment, take a deep breath (without inhaling coffee fumes) and ponder the mysteries of life beyond the coffee shop. Whoa! Whoa! Whoa! Stop right there! Surely there isn’t a life beyond …
By Tanya Hamel February marks the time of year when winter is coming to an end, and for some, it may have been a very long winter. Depending on where you live and just how much the weather plays a part in your outdoor activities, or lack thereof, you may have a caregiver to thank …
By Sherry Gordon-Harris At least twice a month, I do my family’s household grocery shopping. The grocery store parking lot has multiple differently designated parking spaces. The most common that I’ve always seen is the disability-accessible parking spaces. Nowadays, I also see spaces for expecting mothers and even veterans. They all are worthy of closer …
By Craig Alford Here we go again – winter is in full effect, cold weather is the norm and love is in the air. February is a time when we’re comfortably settling into the new year. You finally stop writing last year every time you sign something. Holiday decorations have come down completely, and the …