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What will you be doing at 3 p.m. this Memorial Day?

Apr 27, 2024 08:27AM ● By Nancy J. Schaaf, RN

Honor and reflect this Memorial Day: Celebrate with picnics and parades, but also pause at 3 p.m. for a moment of silence to remember those who sacrificed for our freedom.

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Spring into fun: 14 outdoor activities to enjoy with grandkids

Apr 26, 2024 05:46PM ● By Kimberly Blaker

Embrace spring with grandkids through gardening, park visits, kite flying and more. Enjoy fresh air and create lasting memories with fun, family-friendly activities.

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Lifelong partners: my parents' 65-year love story

Apr 26, 2024 04:30PM ● By Rhonda Wray

Sometimes, against the odds, marriages endure for the duration. I know one of these couples well because they raised me.

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Top apps and smart devices that make habits stick

Apr 03, 2024 02:24PM ● By Cloie Sandlin

Technology can help form lasting habits with apps and smart devices that use gamification to make self-improvement fun and rewarding.

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Effective strategies for managing obesity after 60

Apr 03, 2024 09:41AM ● By Courtesy of the National Council on Aging

Explore strategies for seniors to manage obesity and achieve a healthy weight. Learn about the impact of obesity on health and available treatments for older adults.

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Faith: The kingdom’s economy

Mar 15, 2024 02:48PM ● By John Vieths

Jesus encourages us to “Sell your possessions,” not as a demand to give up everything, but as an assurance that God empowers us to care for others.

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Paper towels: Soft on hands, hard on your health?

Mar 15, 2024 02:41PM ● By Suzy Cohen

Learn about the hidden ingredients lurking in your paper towels and how they could be affecting your health.

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How an ombudsman can advocate for loved ones in long-term care

Mar 15, 2024 02:29PM ● By Laird Landon, PhD

Discover how an ombudsman can advocate for you and your loved one in assisted living. Learn about their role in ensuring quality care and addressing concerns in long-term care facilities

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Family fun on the high seas

Mar 15, 2024 02:01PM ● By Victor Block

Explore the new wave of multi-generational activities aboard cruise ships.

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Sifting through the past

Feb 20, 2024 11:54AM ● By Rhonda Wray

When my parents moved, we sold the family home and started downsizing. Sorting through books and parting with sentimental items clarified essentials and emphasized what truly matters.

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How to find purpose after placing a loved one in professional care

Feb 20, 2024 11:37AM ● By Laird Landon, PhD

Transitioning a loved one to professional care is a tough decision for caregivers. However, this shift also opens up new opportunities to re-discover your purpose.

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Empowering the future – planned giving leaves a lasting legacy

Feb 20, 2024 10:35AM ● By Will Sanborn

With planned giving, learn how you can create a lasting impact for your favorite causes, both during your lifetime and long after you’re gone.

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