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News

April 30, 2025

Summer traveling can good for your well-being, so do it

Traveling to new places is good for everyone. If you’re feeling stressed at work or from caregiving, a vacation can be the best solution. Traveling can improve your mental health by:

March 27, 2025

April is National Healthcare Decisions Month

April is National Healthcare Decisions Month with April 16 the designated day to bring awareness and encourage individuals of all ages to complete their advance directive for healthcare. Why April 16 you may ask? This date was intentionally selected as it is the day after the deadline to file tax returns.

February 26, 2025

Be aware of scams aimed at our older loved ones

National Slam the Scam Day is designated by the Social Security’s Office of the Inspector General to raise awareness of government imposter scams, which continue to spread across the United States. Slam the Scam Day is Thursday, March 6, 2025, as part of National Consumer Protection Week, which takes place this year from March 2-8.