June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. As we age, it’s important to take care of our mind and reduce the risk of cognitive decline. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth leading cause of death in the United Read More
Take time this Memorial Day to visit, call, text, or video chat with a loved one who served, or a loved one who may have lost someone special that served. Ask them to share their stories and reminisce. Listen and learn from their history. Be sure to let them know how much they are valued Read More
Creative Beginnings Month is the perfect time to tap into your creativity and try something new, whether you’re revisiting a past hobby or exploring fresh ideas. Creativity isn’t about being “artsy” or creating a perfect masterpiece. It’s about expressing yourself in ways that feel good and bring joy. This month, enjoy simple activities on your Read More
This historical accuracy of barbecue ranges between Texas, Memphis, and the Carolinas. The actual history of barbecue (BBQ) began when Christopher Columbus witnessed native Hispaniola island tribes cooking meat over indirect flame with green wood. Spanish explorer named this style of cooking “barbacoa” and eventually the technique came to the U.S. Eastern-most colonies also used Read More
National Heat Awareness Day is observed annually on the third Friday in May, which is just about when the weather begins to get warm and people start to plan and attend outdoor events. To protect yourself from the heat, try these tips: Never leave children, pets, or people in a parked car for any length Read More
The 2026 theme for National Skilled Nursing Care Week (NSNCW), Moments in Bloom, celebrates how small, meaningful interactions grow into lasting experiences. Each act of kindness, every shared smile, and the spirit of teamwork between residents, families, and staff helps relationships blossom, creating a vibrant and supportive community. These moments, both big and small, nurture Read More
Be sure to celebrate your mom, grandmother, aunt, or special mother-figure in your life by showering her with overflowing attention and love this year! Whether it’s sharing a meal, greeting card, a grandchild’s drawing, a beautiful flower arrangement, new book by her favorite author, an afternoon mani-pedi appointment, or simply spending time in each other’s Read More
What scents make you smile? Which ones instantly send you the other way? Our sense of smell is powerful. It quietly shapes how we experience each day, influencing taste, memory, mood, emotion, and even our ability to detect danger. Sense of Smell Day is celebrated on April 30, offering the perfect opportunity to pause and Read More
Occupational therapists enable people of all ages to live life to its fullest by helping them promote health, and prevent—or live better with—injury, illness, or disability: Source: www.aota.org Read More
Pickleball is taking off across the country, attracting players of all ages, from teens to adults, and especially seniors. It combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, played on a smaller court with solid paddles and a lightweight plastic ball. Its mix of fun, fitness, and social interaction makes it easy to see why Read More