This Monday, January 20th, is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. On the third Monday of every month, the federal government honors civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr. On this day, many government offices, banks, schools, and businesses will shut down for the holiday. But the Corporation for National and Community Service would like to … Read More
According to the American Red Cross, winter is “one of the most difficult times of year to collect enough blood products to meet patient needs.” That’s because of busy holiday schedules, bad weather which leads to canceled blood drives, and other things. Plus, seasonal illnesses such as the flu can cause regular donors miss a … Read More
The holiday season is an exciting time. While many look forward to spending time with family getting presents, many seniors don’t have family to spend time with, or may not get a present this year. In 2003, Home Instead Senior Care began Be a Santa to a Senior to help seniors in need. Be a … Read More
October is National Physical Therapy Month. This month-long event, designated by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), raises public awareness of the many benefits of physical therapy (PT). PT is useful in improving mobility, recovering from injury, managing pain and chronic conditions, and as a supplement or even alternative to pain management with opioids. Who … Read More
Maybe you call her Nana. Maybe you call her Granny. Maybe you call her when you’re in trouble because you know she’ll be there for you at the drop of a hat. Whatever the case may be, today is her day. But it’s not just Grandma Day—oh no. This July 23, we celebrate National Gorgeous Grandma Day. … Read More
National Simplicity Day, July 12, honors transcendentalist Henry David Thoreau, author, naturalist, philosopher, and historian. His book, Walden, is a reflection upon simple living in natural surroundings. The day advocates a life of simplicity. In our fast, ever-increasingly busy lifestyles, the observance encourages stepping back and looking at ways to simplify our lives. It’s an opportunity to … Read More
Living in the housing of your choice as you age requires planning. Too often, families are shocked to learn that Medicare does not pay for long-term Assisted Living or Nursing Care. Thankfully, many long-term care insurance plans can offer help. However, a study published last month by the journal Health Affairs projected that 54% of the … Read More
Where would we be without our parents and guardians? Their constant support and love has helped get us to where we are today. From cheering us on at sports events, helping us with school projects, watching us walk the stage at graduation, to seeing us grow and build our own family. They have shaped us … Read More
If you have a legal will, you’ve taken an important step to help your family know your wishes and make appropriate decisions. But a will does not address all the complicated matters of your financial life. You may have multiple bank, retirement, and investment accounts; insurance policies; a safe-deposit box; and more. You have bills … Read More
Nine Ways to Help Tune-Out Your Pain By Kaye House-Agar According to the article, Tuning Out Pain, in Brain & Life Magazine (August / September 2018), there are different types of pain and there isn’t a one size fits all pain reliever. The different types of pain fall under two main categories: chronic pain, which … Read More