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Staying physically active throughout the year

October 9, 2026

Exercise is one recommended way to improve physical and mental health. Experts suggest that adults work toward obtaining 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity per week. Make those efforts work with your schedule and spread out the exercise throughout the week. Smaller amounts of time...

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Coping with loss in caregiving

June 23, 2026

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There are 59 million people caring for someone aged 18+ years of age in the US.Researchers agree that caring for a disabled adult is one of the most stressful and challenging events families can face. This stress is often overwhelming and may have a negative impact on our emotional health and well-...

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Holiday stress: Tips for a healthier, happier season

November 26, 2025

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Each year during the winter holidays, watching It’s a Wonderful Life by Frank Capra is a tradition for me. The holidays are a natural time to reflect on one’s life. For some, the season feels exciting, fun, and refreshing. However, for others, it can be one of the most difficult times of...

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This September: Start a conversation. Be the difference.

September 22, 2025

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Each September is national Suicide Prevention Month. In 2023, 12.8 people seriously thought about suicide and 1.5 million people attempted it. Over 49,000 people died by suicide in 2023. That is one death every 11 seconds. Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. The...

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Don’t let the heat drive you away from attending the Illinois State Fair

July 30, 2025

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The Illinois State Fair is just around the corner—happening from August 8–18—and while the National Weather Service is predicting a Heat Advisory, that shouldn’t stop you from enjoying all the fun, food, and festivities the fair has to offer.Yes, it’ll be hot. But with a little planning and a few...

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Siblings working together as caregivers

July 16, 2025

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Many things affect sibling relationships when caring for a parent:Do all the siblings want the same thing for the parent?What do past relationships look like?How should care be divided?What kind of care is needed?Who provides amount/type of care among siblings?Where will the parent live if they...

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Celebrate Brain Awareness Week all year long

February 24, 2025

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Brain Awareness Week (BAW) is the global campaign to foster public enthusiasm and support for brain science. BAW was founded by the Dana Alliance for Brain Initiatives (DABI) and the European Dana Alliance for the...

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Do you know your purpose?

October 28, 2024

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Do you know what gets you up in the morning (besides the kids, the dog, the alarm clock)? Your purpose! According to a recent webinar that I attended called “Purpose Across the Lifespan” hosted by the Greater Good Science Center, purpose was described...

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Tips to boost your health as you age

July 5, 2024

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Unfortunately, as a person ages, their risk of having a chronic illness increases. According to research by the National Council on Aging, around 90% of people over the age of 60 have at least one...

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Celebrating Older American's Month: Powered by Connection

May 3, 2024

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Established in 1963, Older Americans Month (OAM) is celebrated every May. Led by a federal agency, the Administration for Community Living (ACL), OAM is a time to recognize older Americans' contributions, highlight aging trends, and reaffirm commitments to serving the older adults in our...

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