Identity It’s a Wonderful Life — Yours
Submitted by Christian Psychological Associates Each year at Christmastime, my family watches the Christmas classic, It’s a Wonderful Life. When George Bailey, (Jimmy Stewart) encounters hardship, from a place of despair he mutters, “I wish I’d never been born.” An undercover angel, Clarence, grants his wish, enabling him to see what life would have been […]
How Does Diabetes Affect the Eyes? Part 2
Decades ago, diabetes affected around 5 million Americans. Diabetic retinopathy was responsible for about 20 percent of new cases of blindness between the ages of 45 and 74. Half of all patients diagnosed with severe forms of diabetic retinopathy went blind within five years. At that time, researchers did not recognize the need for persistent […]
Navigating Unchartered Waters: How to Stay Financially Afloat in a Sea of Fiscal Uncertainty
Submitted by Carla Clark, Financial Professional Associate There’s no doubt about it, these are challenging times in which we live. If you’ve lost sleep in recent months due to stress about paying for college, having enough money for retirement, or even keeping the roof over your head, you are not alone. With so many components […]
Boost Your Immune System Naturally Before You Get Sick
By Bill Kalman, Pharmacist/Owner, Essential Wellness Pharmacy Cold and flu season is upon us. Flu season peaks annually around February. With children in school, colds and illnesses are passed more easily. Now is the time to boost your (and your children’s) immune system before you get sick. The best way to prepare is to incorporate […]
Patient Advocacy: What Is It? How Do I Use It?
By Steven Buttice, Living By Your Design, Inc. Are you a member of the sandwich generation with an active family of your own in addition to parents who need increasing levels of support and care? Has your spouse or one of your parents been recently diagnosed with a chronic illness, like dementia, heart disease, diabetes, […]
How Does Diabetes Affect the Eyes?
By Roger T. Adler, MD, Bond Eye Associates Many diabetics, particularly those with poor diabetic control, have damaged the blood vessels in the retina. The retina is the tissue lining the back of the eye that detects light and allows us to see with crisp, clear vision. This condition is called diabetic retinopathy and will […]
Health in All Seasons
By Alexander Germanis With what seemed like a particularly long summer season finally behind us, thoughts are automatically turning to the cooler months of fall and, for many at least, the dreaded onset of winter. Although the winter months house their own joys, they also bring with them an increased chance of sickness, so much […]
VA Benefits for Assisted Living
By Linda Snyder, Senior Care Advocate, Villas of Holly Brook Every day, people just like you are confronted with important decisions about the care of their elderly loved one while keeping in mind their comfort, safety, dignity, and wellbeing. You are not alone in this process. If your loved one needs assistance with daily activities, […]
Benefits of Essential Oils
By Jennie Pettett, Country Comfort Retirement Homes Essential oils have been used for generations for symptoms such as depression and anxiety. As research continues for a cure for Alzheimer’s, caregivers are now also using oils to ease anxiety, boost memory, and improve the mood of loved ones living with dementia. Essential oils are natural, aromatic […]
How to Help an Alzheimer’s Caregiver
Submitted by the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month and National Family Caregivers Month. Throughout the month, the Alzheimer’s Association recognizes the 588,000 people in Illinois who are currently providing unpaid care to a person living with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or other dementias is exceptionally […]