How to Help Kids Who Are Grieving
Losing a loved one can be painful for anyone, but it is especially difficult for children and teens. While it may be tough to figure out the best ways to comfort an adult who has lost a loved one, it
Read MoreFive Fun Things to Do with Grandchildren in the Summer
It’s summertime! The days are long; the nights are warm; and the grandkids are out of school. Take advantage of this special time of year to create summer memories with your grandchildren that will l
Read MorePlant.Grow.Share.: FREE Gardening Workshops and Seedlings for Garden Enthusiasts
Plant.Grow.Share., formerly known as Harvest Helpers, encourages backyard gardeners to grow more food locally with the hope that they will share their bounty with others in need. Local residents can
Read MoreNot Too Young or Too Old to Benefit from a Senior Center
While the main membership of most senior centers is sixty and over, today’s senior centers offer programs for all ages. From intergenerational programing to dementia awareness and other educational i
Read MoreWhat’s All This About Bucket Lists?
Is there something you’ve always wanted to try but never had time or someplace you’ve always wanted to travel but couldn’t afford? Those are perfect items for your personal “bucket list.” But what is
Read MoreLessons in Grief from the Animal Kingdom
Many animals are social creatures and like humans they create close bonds with others. We can’t know for sure what an animal thinks and feels, but many animals appear to experience grief when they lo
Read MoreSaying Goodbye: Celebrity Deaths in 2017
The world has mourned the loss of many of its talented stars this past year. We remember celebrities from the world of music, entertainment and television who have passed away in 2017 and take a look
Read More5 Tips for a Stress-Free Holiday Season
Sure, the holidays are joyful, but the stresses of the holiday season can be overwhelming at times. Between shopping for presents; decorating the house; cooking and baking; and all the holiday partie
Read MoreSenior Centers Help Older Adults Stay Active, Healthy and Connected
Senior centers aren’t just for playing cards and bingo anymore. Today’s senior centers are hubs of activity offering fitness classes, tasty meals, fun trips, health information and more. Studies have
Read MoreDocumentary Provides Insightful Look into the Art of Writing Obituaries
Obits used to be dry, dull reports but not anymore. Today’s obituaries strive to educate and entertain readers. The job of an obituary writer is a quest to discover as much as possible about the life
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