“The best way that I can express my gratitude to my parents is by showing how much I care for them, expressing how much I love them, and showing them how they influenced me as a son to be successful in all that I’m going to do in the future.” – INNO MARTIN, stage actor …
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“It will be celebrated with pomp and parade, bonfires and illuminations from one end of this continent to the other.” – John Adams, 2nd President of the United States. Why do we Celebrate the 4th of July? 4th of July has a long and celebrated history and for 243 years, we have come together to …
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Blood circulation helps keep our bodies running smoothly and is responsible for nearly every function we need. It’s important to understand blood circulation because poor blood circulation can cause a host of other problems. This quiz will test your knowledge about your body’s circulatory system and provide tips and tricks to improve blood circulation. From …
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It’s that time of year again! April 15th came and went and hopefully we all got our taxes done in time. While paying Uncle Sam is probably no one’s idea of fun, it is exciting when you get your tax return back. But what should you spend this cash on? There are lots of ways …
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“Old age may have its limitations and challenges, but in spite of them, our latter years can be some of the most rewarding and fulfilling of our lives.” Bill Graham, American Icon What is Older Americans Month? In 1963, President John F. Kennedy and the National Council of Senior Citizens created a month-long theme dedicated …
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The National Safety Council stated that in 2017, 47.2 million people sought medical attention due to a preventable injury, making preventable injuries the third leading cause of death behind heart disease, cancer and chronic lower respiratory disease. Keep up to date on new ways to keep safe, whether it’s through old school methods and tools …
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If you have aches and pains throughout your body and nothing has been helpful in relieving the pain, it might be beneficial to turn toward hydrotherapy. Whether you’re experiencing fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) or another form of body pain, low-impact exercise might be helpful. Learn more about the history and definition of hydrotherapy, understand exactly what …
There’s much more to creating the perfect hydrotherapy bath than just pouring some warm water. You might be surprised at the science behind the perfect bath temperature, aromatherapy, and other wellness benefits of baths. Let’s look at some benefits of hydrotherapy and how to craft the perfect soak. What is a Hydrotherapy Bath? Hydrotherapy is …
Retirement is a time to enjoy all that you’ve worked hard to accumulate, but that doesn’t mean budgeting is easy. In fact, this period of life requires diligent planning and responsible spending to ensure that your retirement income lasts. Saving for large purchases on a fixed income is possible with careful planning and budgeting, and …
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The weather is slowly warming and the sun is shining, and it’s the perfect time to get outside and enjoy some springtime activities. Whether you have grandchildren visiting or want to get outside solo, these activities will help you enjoy this beautiful season. Springtime Activities with Kids There’s nothing more magical than enjoying that first …
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Exercise is important at any age, but especially as we get older. Exercise helps increase your metabolism, improves flexibility, and many other benefits. But one of the most important benefits of exercise is that it can improve your balance, which means you should be safer in everyday activities like getting in and out of the …
According to the CDC, an estimated 234,094 nonfatal bathroom injuries were treated in the U.S in 2008, making the bathroom one of the most dangerous areas in the home. To help reduce this issue, manufacturers created the walk-in tub. Generally, there are two types of walk-in tubs – ones with inward opening doors and ones …
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