The Smartest Way to Cut Medical Costs
Submitted by Pam Deaton, PD benefits In the ever-increasing landscape of healthcare expenses, individuals and families are constantly seeking effective strategies to reduce medical costs. While there are multiple approaches—such as shopping for affordable insurance plans, using generic medications, or negotiating hospital bills—one of the most powerful and sustainable methods is often overlooked: simply […]
Carrying the Mental Load
The “Work” of Relationships By Sara Livengood, LCSW, The Mental Wellness Center Before moving in together, couples usually cover the big stuff—how to split finances, what their long-term goals are, and who’s taking care of which chores. It’s an exciting time, full of dreams and late-night talks about the future. It may even be […]
Keeping Healthcare in Common – Community Health Care Clinic
By Alexander Germanis Humanity is tremendously diverse in nearly every aspect. Appearance, height, environment, socioeconomic status, preferences, and the list goes on. But for all our differences, there are still a few things which we all hold in common. One commonality is the need for health services. Even the healthiest among us have still […]
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder & Treatment
By Luke Dalfiume, PhD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Christian Psychological Associates We have all experienced traumatic events. However, some experience highly traumatic events, and have difficulty recovering from them. Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (also known as PTSD) describes a variety of experiences following exposure to one or more traumatic events. As indicated in the Diagnostic and […]
Preventing Alzheimer’s Disease What Do We Know?
Submitted by The Village at Mercy Creek and Ancora Memory Care As they get older, many people worry about developing Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. As many as 5.5 million Americans age 65 and older live with Alzheimer’s. Many more are expected to develop the disease as the population ages—unless ways to prevent […]
Health Sharing Plans What You Need to Know
Submitted by Pam Deaton, PD Benefits In the face of rising healthcare costs and complex insurance options, many Americans are turning to health sharing plans as an alternative to traditional health insurance. Health sharing plans, often run by religious or non-profit organizations, allow members to contribute monthly dues into a collective pool, which is […]
Leave It to Us – The Carriages of Bloomington
By Alexander Germanis Most of life is spent taking care of things. We take care of our homes, our yards, and our neighborhoods. We take care of our obligations and jobs, our families, and our friends. And, as soon as we are capable, we are expected to take care of ourselves: our health, our […]
Smart Swaps and Budget-Friendly Ingredients
for Heart-Healthy Meals Rising food costs can make healthy eating a challenge for many families. In fact, a poll conducted by Research!America found about 60% of Americans cite the cost of healthy food as their single biggest barrier to achieving better nutrition. “Food is deeply rooted to family and community,” said Arlen Vanessa Marin, M.S., […]
How to Improve Your Dog’s Gut Health
When it comes to humans, gut health can be a great indicator of overall health. Often, when illnesses or conditions arise, symptoms are present in the gastrointestinal system. It makes sense that when you’re feeling bad or extra stressed, you can feel it in your stomach or your bowels — and the same is true […]
Elevate Summer Hosting With Refreshing Grape Recipes
Gearing up for outdoor entertaining this summer calls for seasonal decor, plenty of seating, yard games, and more, but just about everyone’s favorite element is the main attraction: the food. Make fresh, delicious Grapes from California the star of your summer show to elevate celebrations and get-togethers ranging from your nearest and dearest to entire […]