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
Stress Awareness Month in April reminds us to manage stress for our overall well-being. Recognizing the presence of stress proactively helps us identify its causes and gives us a chance to use healthy ways to cope. One of the best ways to reduce the effects of stress is to engage in self-care. There is a 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
Lace up your comfortable shoes and step outside. Walking is one of the simplest ways to support your overall health, and the benefits add up quickly. A daily walk of 30 to 60 minutes can help reduce the risk of heart disease, Type II diabetes, certain cancers, and stroke. It supports healthy blood pressure, improves Read More
There are so many variations on the grilled cheese sandwich; your choices are only limited by your tastes and imagination. What you’ll need: butter, bread, and your choice of cheese! Try the following combinations for four new exciting ways to enjoy a grilled cheese. Feel free to mix and-match the add-ins and create your own! Read More
Large Print Books Make Reading Easy During Reading Month and Save Your Vision Month There really is nothing quite like curling up with a fascinating book! For some people, however, reading is a bit more challenging because of vision difficulties. Large print books offer a fantastic solution. They can be read comfortably without having to Read More