When you are helping someone, gifting them food is a natural response. Treats and comfort food can add to the mental and physical healing of those who are going through pain. However, needs differ when you realize someone is unable to prepare regular everyday meals. If you need … [Read more...] about Prep Some Everyday Meals
Caregiver Resources
For Those Who Care: Q&A Regarding A Loved One Who Is Less Mobile
Question: My grandfather has recently become much less mobile. He cannot walk safely, and his wife can’t move him very well. The doctors act like this is normal for his situation. What should I do? Answer: There are several things that might help your grandfather move better … [Read more...] about For Those Who Care: Q&A Regarding A Loved One Who Is Less Mobile
Feeling Lonely? How To Take A Step Forward
I always talk to people on elevators. One day I was talking to a dear old lady who told me she was lonely. She had reared several children, but now they were scattered, her husband had died, and she lived alone. She said it wasn’t so bad until she sat down to eat: “Eating just by … [Read more...] about Feeling Lonely? How To Take A Step Forward
Relax! The summer issue is here
I love a lazy river.You are floating without doing anything at all.You are wet enough to be cool.You can see changing scenery along the way.You are unable to make things go faster or slower, so you accept where you are. To me, it’s the definition of relaxing. Accepting … [Read more...] about Relax! The summer issue is here
Sync Up Body Rhythms With A Touch Of Morning Sunshine
The sun and our body rhythms Our body’s circadian rhythm, or ability to sync our internal body clock to the environment, depends on the sun to help regulate several body functions. As we have evolved as a species, the sun has played a critical role in developing biological … [Read more...] about Sync Up Body Rhythms With A Touch Of Morning Sunshine