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5 Healthy Tips To Avoid Weight Gain During The Holidays

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The holidays are here and no one wants to be around a killjoy at a Christmas party or a family get-together because they’re trying to avoid the temptations of the season’s high-calorie bounty and dodge the gift of a few additional pounds this season. Whether it’s one, three, or seven pounds, experience says that most of us will gain weight between now and New Year’s Day because of those darn frosted cookies, eggnog, chocolate, candies and more lurking around the office, at the neighbors, and in your own home. To make the most of the season and keep the holiday...

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Embracing Old Man Winter

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The last few leaves on your tree are about to fall. Gray skies have taken over. Winter is approaching fast. Unless you plan on heading south for the next 5 months to avoid the cold, you need to get prepared. Winter can be a challenge, so you need to find the bright side. We’ve put together a list of things you can do to embrace old man winter and make the most of it. Make a bird/squirrel feeder. Snow, frozen ground, and lack of vegetation makes it hard for wildlife to find food. Make simple feeders out of peanut butter...

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How To Enjoy The Holidays

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For many, the holidays are stressful times. Parties, holiday shopping, family gatherings, too much food, over spending…too many obligations and no time for relaxation. This isn’t how you want it to be, but yet every year it is. This year make a declaration to yourself to make it different. Today is the day to get that plan in place and make it a season of peace, joy, and celebration. Define what is most important to you. If it means more time with family, great. If it means something spiritual, super. If it means something else, fantastic. It’s whatever you want...

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To Grandmother's House You Go! Are You Ready For Winter Driving?

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Driving during the winter months can be treacherous. Cold weather, ice, snow, and limited daylight hours can make a simple trip across town a long and exhausting journey. You need to be prepared. Here are some helpful tips to help you get your car ready for winter travel: Make your own or purchase a pre-made car weather safety kit. This kit should include: first-aid kit, jumper (booster) cables, tow ropes, cat litter (or something to gain traction under your tires if stuck somewhere slippery), a windshield scraper, candle, and matches. Check your tires well before the winter season begins. Be...

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Thanksgiving ~ StoryCorp and Google ~ Memories that Will Last a Lifetime

This Thanksgiving, as we gather around in the home, in Greensboro, Winston-Salem, High Point, Summerfield, Pleasant Garden, and everywhere else in America, what a Wonderful way to be present and to preserve memories with those that we love. Great Thanksgiving Listen from StoryCorps and Google. Memories that Will Last a Lifetime. Watch this short 1 minute and 10 seconds YouTube to get started on telling and preserving your story and their story on StoryCorp and Google

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~ Gratitude ~ Giving Thanks ~ November 2015~

We first posted this last November, but we think it is so good that it is worth posting again! This is from Michelle Bersell, Psychotherapist: Click here to watch and listen Michelle, thank you. We are grateful for you! Happy Thanksgiving, and Thanks for Sharing and Giving your insight and vision! [caption id="attachment_1384" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Gratitude [/caption]

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A Moment of Silence on Veteran's Day November 11 2015

[caption id="attachment_2947" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Veteran's Day November 11 2015[/caption] This Veteran’s Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2015, join us in honoring all veterans, and observe one full minute of silence and stillness at 11:11am EST. During that minute, no music, talking, texting, or movement. Image courtesy of Google.

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Advocating Home Care Home Health Hospice Month 2015 NC In-Home Care Greensboro

[caption id="attachment_2924" align="alignleft" width="400"] November is National Home and Hospice Care Month[/caption] Hello November 2015! November is National Home Care and Hospice Month As American As Apple Pie! Hats Off to Home Care, Home Health, and Hospice! Give Your Support to Association for Home Care Home Health and Hospice of NC today! Our In-Home Care Greensboro NC Best Friend!  Hello November! Thank you AHHCNC for advocacy and leadership and embracing freedom, liberty, and choice!  

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Living with Alzheimer’s and Dementia

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November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. If a family member has been diagnosed with dementia, it can come as a shock and create anxiety within the family as to what will happen next. For many adults and seniors diagnosed with this disease, they want to remain independent and in their own homes for as long as possible. To achieve this goal, there will need to be some changes to enable people with dementia to remain independent for longer or make it easier for others to give support.* Avoid falls: Falls are a common and potentially serious problem affecting older...

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National Family Caregivers Month

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There are hundreds of thousand families in the United States that are currently the primary caregiver to aging parents, adult children with disabilities, family members of wounded soldiers, or adult children caring for parents with Alzheimer’s disease. We know caring for a parent, family member or loved one day in and day out takes its toll on the caregiver. It’s a tough job and sometimes caregivers need a break and should take time for themselves to rejuvenate their own body, mind, and soul. November is National Family Caregivers Month and throughout the month we will be honoring and celebrating the...

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