Category Archives: holidays

Guest Blog: Christmas Ideas for Caregivers

Posted on December 17, 2012 by

Having trouble finding the perfect gift for your favorite caregiver? Don’t worry just yet. You don’t actually need to buy anything grand or spend a huge amount of money to show how much you care. Sometimes, simple acts of kindness … Continue reading →

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Coping with Loss during the Holidays

Posted on November 16, 2012 by

The Hallmark movies always conclude with some type of Christmas miracle and joy for the characters in the story, however; in real life many people are experiencing unimaginable grief and loss during this holiday season. The journey of grief seems … Continue reading →

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On the Edge: Part 1 Standing on the Sidelines

Posted on December 26, 2011 by

One of my favorite movies is “It’s a Wonderful Life”.   I love the scene where George Bailey (played by Jimmy Stewart) & Mary Hatch – later Bailey (played by Donna Reed) are at the high school dance caught up in … Continue reading →

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Helpful Tips for Medication Management

Posted on December 19, 2011 by

The Thanksgiving episode of the CBS drama Blue Bloods, involved the grandfather having a heart attack the day before Thanksgiving.  Though he lives with his widowed son, the New York Police Chief played by Tom Selek, when the family arrives … Continue reading →

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Look out for the Holiday Crazies!

Posted on September 5, 2011 by

Hey Folks! Hope you’re having a fabulous Labor Day holiday with friends and family or whatever you have chosen to do. If you’re not sure about the reason for this holiday, other than a day off of work, kids out … Continue reading →

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