Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk 2019
Woman Newspapers invited participants of the 2019 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk to take a selfie and share why they came that day. Some walkers were battling breast cancer, some were …
We believe everyone should have the chance to make a difference
Giving your time or donation to a nonprofit is one of the many caring ways to celebrate the holidays.
Christmas traditions
This year, the Hubster and I will host a holiday open house, a new tradition inspired by Christmas memories from my childhood, when my Uncle Bob opened the door of our tidy workaday home to family, …
Gift ideas for people who help you throughout the year
Small tokens of appreciation during the holiday season can help caregivers, mail carriers, teachers, hairdressers, and others know …
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Support for caregivers is helpful
At some point in a son or daughter’s life, the role of caregiver may shift. Where parents once took care of their children, aging parents very frequently rely on their children to care for …
Regain hope and strength while caregiving
Caregivers are unpaid individuals, typically a spouse, child, neighbor, or friend, who assist with activities of daily living and medical tasks. These informal caregivers often fill in gaps between …
Preparing your family when an aging loved one is moving in
No man or woman, regardless of his or her age, wants to consider that a day may come when they need to rely on loved ones to help them perform everyday activities. But every day tens of millions of …
How to choose a dementia caregiver
When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, a family’s life can turn upside down. In such situations, families may not know much about the disease, including what to expect with treatment and …
Tips for dementia caregivers
A trip to the hospital can be stressful for people with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia and their caregivers. Being prepared for emergency and planned hospital visits can relieve some …
Traveling even if you have limited mobility
Many people dream of traveling the world in retirement. Such dreams come true every day. But many more retirees or people nearing retirement fear that their dreams of seeing the world won’t be …
Determine if downsizing is for you
As men and women retire or approach retirement age, many opt to downsize their homes. Such a decision can save older adults substantial amounts of money while also liberating them from the hassle of …
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Life's lessons and points to ponder
Life can sometimes be difficult - especiallyaround the holidays. For most of us, many life lessons are learned through pain, bizarre adventures and …
Share your love of food with others
Food is a connection that binds the human race. Sharing and enjoying food together offers immense benefits. Humans have broken bread together since ancient times. National Geographic …
Baking the PERFECT cookie
Bakers making cookies for the first time may be a little overwhelmed when perusing recipes. However, there are some tips that can help yield better, buttery bounties. Handle butter with …
A Christmas Wish
This past July, as many Pennsylvania families embarked on their annual summer vacations at crowded beaches up and down the coast, I found myself willingly delegated to serving cake at a deployment …
3 ways to give back to service members
Military service in the United States was once more common than it is today. According to the Council on Foreign Relations, the draft for military service was ended in 1973, a point in time when 2.2 …
Shop small businesses to enjoy your holiday experience
It’s the time of year when newspapers thicken with sales circulars and holiday advertisements. Consumers looking to beat the hustle and bustle and steer clear of the crowds this year may want …
Domestic Violence – Get Informed!
Domestic Violence Services of Cumberland and Perry counties (DVSCP) is teaming up with Bosler Memorial Library to put on a free educational presentation for anyone wishing to learn more about …