The power of empowering

by Lori Davis and Megan Benner Senecal THE DUTY OF OUR OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM is to advocate for consumers of long-term-care supports and services. If the consumer can’t direct us, we rely on their representatives (family, friends, POA, guardian) to help direct our advocacy to ensure quality care.

Striking the right balance with kids’ screentime

THERE’SNOQUESTIONTHATKIDS TODAY spend a significant portion of each day with their eyes fixed on a screen—whether they’re using a smartphone, tablet, laptop, TV, or other device.

A WALK IN THE PARK – Lost without a Trace

SHIRLEY AND I TOOK ADVANTAGE OF AN EXCEPTIONALLY PLEASANT DAY by adjourning to the swing under our pergola. A neighbor stopped by to share an adult beverage. He is hoping to retire at the end of this year if his 401(k) slows its descent.

Time-management tips for overscheduled families

“TAKE TIME TO SMELL THE ROSES” would seem to be good advice, but many families today are so overscheduled, over-programmed, and overburdened with activities and commitments that they don’t have time to give the roses a second glance, let alone slow down long enough to appreciate their aroma.

SPIRITUALLY SPEAKING - Sacred memories from our elders

We inherit from our ancestors gifts so often taken for granted—our names, the color of our eyes and the texture of our hair, the unfolding of varied abilities and interests in different subjects… +Edward C.

NOBODY'S PERFECT Sounds like healing

by Sister Karen Zielinski, OSF Listening to a few of my favorite songs does more for my health than taking another pill! Well, almost. I know that medications are important in my wellness regime since they help my body heal, control pain, or manage symptoms.

NOBODY’S PERFECT

A story comes from the Mayo Clinic about a patient being cyberbullied: Roxanne Holloway is fighting an unimaginable battle—one for her daughter’s life. “I’m so overwhelmed with all of this, trying to get my daughter well, and it seems like we’re up against one roadblock after another,” she said.

Do our biases affect our financial choices?

INVESTORS ARE ROUTINELY WARNED about allowing their emotions to influence their decisions. However, they are not often cautioned about the preconceptions and biases that may color their financial choices. In a battle between the facts and biases, our biases may win.

Spiritually Speaking – Staycation wisdom

In many other cultures, it is commonplace to retreat from everyday life for a prescribed time and get in touch with the aspect of ourselves that is not goal-oriented and time-oriented, is not concerned with gaining or losing, but is boundless and infinite.