The healing power of pet therapy: a heartwarming story from Franciscan Care Center

Franciscan Care Center recently welcomed a new resident-meet Brownie, our therapeutic canine companion. Brownie was introduced to us as a visitor when her father was admitted as a patient.Since Brownie couldn’t stay home alone, she came to visit us every day.

Coaching beyond the game: An Evening with Jim Tressel

The Genacross Lutheran Services Foundation presents a unique opportunity to engage with Jim Tressel, the esteemed former head football coach of The Ohio State University. This exclusive charity event, “An Evening with Jim Tressel,” will be held at 6 p.m.

UTMC integrates mental-health services into primary care

MENTAL HEALTH IS INCREASINGLY being seen as every bit as important as physical health. And often, experts say, the two go hand-in-hand.“Untreated mental illness can actually cause physical symptoms and can complicate physical ailments,” said Dr.

Office on Aging: helping the elderly and their caregivers, closing a longevity gap

TO THOSE AGED 60 AND OVER or those caring for an aging loved one, there’s an agency that stands ready to assist. It’s experienced—it’s taking care of more people now than ever, with a staff larger than ever.

Rehab client commends Gardens of St. Francis

Recovering function and mobility after an injury, illness, or prolonged hospital stay can be a challenging journey under the best of circumstances.

Advocating for excellence in grief care

by Lori Davis and Rachel HartshornTHE REASONS FOR ENTERING A NURSING HOME are unique from person to person but ultimately share a commonality: the care and monitoring that a person requires exceeds what can be provided at home.

No Greater Gift— Life Connection of Ohio volunteers gear up for Donate Life Transplant Games of America

SEVERAL LIFE CONNECTION OF OHIO VOLUNTEERS have joined Team Ohio and look forward to representing the power of organ donation at the Donate Life Transplant Games of America this summer!Team Ohio is comprised of transplant recipients, living donors, donor families, and supporters.

Toledo Clinic oncologist dispels common cancer misconceptions

IN THE FIGHT AGAINST CANCER, knowledge is power. However, sometimes what we think we know about cancer is based more on popular misconceptions than on verifiable facts. Lending credence to cancer myths can be problematic for several reasons.