Rediscover the Lost Art of Letter Writing
By Lora Felger, Health Alliance How long has it been since you received an actual letter in the mail? You know what I mean, something from a friend or family member that is handwritten and addressed with a real stamp on it? Do you even keep stamps in the house? I usually keep a few […]
We Can Each Make a Difference
By Sandra Dempsey Post Somewhere along the way we’ve learned, or at least been told, that change is a significant part of life, and guarantees are never included. Pessimism is not the answer, but neither is dismay when unexpected and unwelcome challenges change our direction. Whatever our usual reaction to disappointment when plans go awry, […]
Laughter Is the Best Medicine
By Alexander Germanis A man walks into his doctor’s office and the doctor asks, “What seems to be the problem?” “Someone painted graffiti on my house last night,” replies the patient. The doctor is understandably confused and asks, “So, why are you telling me?”The patient responds, “I couldn’t make out any of the writing, so […]
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The Power of Pets
By Sherry Gordon-Harris, Health Alliance My mother received a puppy as a gift. My father-in-law found this little chocolate Labrador lost in the woods where they live in rural Mississippi. She named him Cocoa. She sent me a photo and called me with such joy and happiness. She was holding him all wrapped up in […]
Welbrook: Living Life Well
By Holly Hall, CDP, CMP, Executive Director Welbrook at Bloomington opened its doors as a new option for senior living in the Bloomington-Normal area nearly two years ago—and today, the community is thriving! At Welbrook, the happiness and well-being of residents are top priority. The community takes great care to provide the supportive services and […]
Turning 65 and Still Working?
What You Need to Know About Medicare By Steven A. Buttice Older adults are working longer. By 2018, 24 percent of men and about 16 percent of women ages 65 and older were in the labor force. These levels are projected to rise further by 2026, to 26 percent for men and 18 percent for women. […]
Help Yourself to Healthier Hummus
Whether you’re hosting a houseful of guests or simply keeping your family’s hunger at bay before dinner, appetizers can be a home chef’s best friend. Simple options like dips allow for personalization while keeping cook time to a minimum. The next time you’re looking for a quick fix, consider this Caramelized Sweet Onion Hummus recipe […]