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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

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

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

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

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

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

The Joy of Al Fresco Dining
Submitted by Kaleigh Newsome, Community Relations Director, Carriage Crossing of Bloomington June is the perfect time to take your meals outside. The bugs aren’t

Retirement The Busiest Time of Your Life
By Krista McBeath, McBeath Financial Group “If You Want to See a Busy Person, Look at a Retiree!” Retirement often carries the misconception

What You Need to Know About Dog Bites
Submitted by Kanoski Bresney Law Firm Approximately 65 percent of U.S. households own a dog, and that number is likely higher as pet ownership

Affordable Medical Imaging Without Compromising Care
Ft. Jesse Imaging and Gale Keeran Center for Women By Melissa Donovan Whether you have a torn ligament, the doctor suspects cancer or

Why Spring Is the Ideal Time to Make a Change
Submitted by Kaleigh Newsome, Community Relations Director, Carriage Crossing of Bloomington Spring is often associated with new beginnings, growth, and renewal. It’s a season

Green Top Grocery Celebrating 8 Years
By Melanie Shellito, Green Top Grocery Green Top Grocery is getting ready to celebrate its 8th birthday on May 3, and we thought it

How to Choose A Safe Bike Helmet
Submitted by Kanoski Bresney Law Firm If you or a loved one is a cyclist, safety should be one of your biggest concerns. Bicycle

Financial Foundations Built on Service
By Alexander Germanis with McBeath Financial Group As many cities grow, their skylines of beautiful, glistening towers of glass and steel stretch further upward.

Workers’ Compensation and Pre-Existing Conditions
Submitted by Kanoski Bresney Law Firm If you have been injured at work, you may be experiencing significant pain and discomfort, and need to

Spring Allergies and Your Eyes: How to Find Relief
By Mellissa Wahl, VisionPoint Eye Center As the days get warmer and flowers bloom, the beauty of spring calls us outdoors. But for many,

Retinol: The Ultimate Anti-aging Powerhouse
Submitted by Jennifer Solis, Bless These Brows When it comes to skincare, particularly anti-aging products, consumers are often bombarded with a wide variety of

Guarding the Body’s Guardian
By Alexander Germanis It has often been said: It’s what’s inside that matters. While this adage certainly applies to one’s character, it also tends