Gardening with Grandchildren
Playing in Dirt Isn’t Just Fun – It’s Healthy, Too! By Kimberly Blaker There’s no question, playing in the dirt tops the list of fun for kids, particularly young children, despite the protests of many well-intended grandparents. If you happen to be one of those worried grandparents, you can put your fears aside. […]
A Heritage of Community Spirit at Work
Everyone seems to be busy these days, but helping others in our community is something we should all consider to make a difference in other peoples’ lives. Many people came together at Heritage Health–Therapy & Senior Care in Normal and volunteered their time to make the gardens beautiful again for the residents and their families […]
A Hobby With Surprising Health Benefits
By Angela Kauffman, Snyder Village As the temperatures rise and the grass grows a deeper shade of green, nature seems to beckon us outdoors. A great way to spend time in the beauty of nature is to dig into nature itself—by gardening. Gardening can be a perfect activity for older adults and presents many benefits. […]
