Cancer Support

It Takes a Village: Facing Cancer Together  The words no one ever wants to hear — “You have cancer.” It doesn’t matter what type it is or where it’s located. Cancer is one of the most terrifying diagnoses a person can receive. And perhaps the most unsettling part of all — none of us are […]

Brain Health

Brain Health: Listen to Your Body  When it comes to our overall well-being, brain health is just as important as physical health—if not more so. As we age, subtle changes in memory and thinking are normal, but that doesn’t mean we’re powerless. Let’s face it: we all get a little forgetful now and then, but […]

UV Protection

Why Is UV Protection Important? There’s nothing quite like waking up to the sun skinning, except maybe feeling the warmth of its rays on your skin.  However, let’s not be hypnotized by its glow, the magnificent beams its casts aren’t all good for us.  July and August may represent feelings of nostalgia and endless summer […]

Aging Gracefully

Fighting Malnutrition and Thriving in Your Golden Years Talking about aging can feel taboo—but it shouldn’t be. After all, 60 is the new 50! With life expectancy steadily rising since 1950, many of us are living longer, more active lives. However, as we grow older, one critical but often overlooked concern is malnutrition hidden health […]

PTSD

PTSD: It knows No Boundaries PTSD comes in many forms, and it doesn’t discriminate. For me, it’s the shower door. When my son was sick, I rarely left his side—except for one time. My husband stayed with him at the hospital while I went home to shower and grab necessities. I thought I was holding […]

Aging with disabilities

Aging with disabilities – Do you see me? I had never been called to the principal’s office—never. My older son was the same. Quiet, thoughtful, and deeply sensitive to those around him, he had always flown under the radar, more focused on his studies than on drawing attention to himself. So when I received a […]