Coping With Holiday Stress Christmas time is near…and with it comes all the typical stressors of the holidays: unannounced company, parties, meals with family, shopping, house cleaning, and a host of other chores that are added to our daily routines. All of it can...
Home Modification & Assistive Technology Assessments It can be a challenge to be disabled, but when you add the functional losses that come with aging, you may find yourself struggling to remain independent. There are some things you can do to make it easier on...
Keep Your Holidays Safe! Halloween is always the kick off of the holiday season for me, and this year is no exception. With the arrival of cold weather, we’re into the season, and this year I’m determined to keep it a safe holiday. Some of the tips suggested by FEMA...
The 2022 Pact Act The Pact Act was signed into law on August 10, 2022. Its’ purpose is to expand health benefits provided by the VA to veterans who were exposed to burn pits and toxic substances while serving in Vietnam, the Gulf War, and Post-9/11. The Pact Act...
Fall Autumn is one of my favorite times of year with the changing color of the woods and the crisp, cool air. However, this isn’t a discourse on the beauty of fall as a season, but rather a discussion on the danger of falling. Every second of every day, an adult...
Hidden Disabilities A disability is a physical or mental impairment that limits normal activities of daily living in a significant way. Estimates range from 65% to 90% of people with disabilities have what are called “hidden” disabilities – those that aren’t obvious....
